Bernie Joe Brown, 85

McMinnville resident and Warren County native Bernie Joe Brown, 85, was born March 14, 1941 and died Nov. 7, 2026 at his residence following an extended illness. 

Retired from the U.S. Army, Mr. Brown served three tours in Vietnam and received a Bronze Star. He was the son of the late Joseph W. and Constance Leach Brown. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by wife, Kathy Brown and brothers, Jerry and Clayton Brown. 

Mr. Brown is survived by brothers, Pat (Jackie) Brown and Connie Mac Brown, all of McMinnville; sister-in-law, Malinda Brown, as well as several nieces and nephews. 

Graveside service and interment will be noon Monday, Nov. 9, 2026 at Mt. View Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. and Monday from 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at High's. 

Online condolences may be made at www.highfuneralhome.com.

High Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. 

Main Street Journal

Nov. 9, 2026