Donald E. Brown, 77, of Canastota, died Tuesday at University Hospital. Don retired from Crouse Hinds in 1997. He was a member of the open Door Baptist Church in New Woodstock. Don is predeceased by his wife, Phyllis and his sons John and Jamie. Surviving are his children, Donna Jean Kellogg of Syracuse, Theodore P. of Illinois, David M. of Chittenango, Daniel of Canastota and Stephanie Brown of Chittenango; 11 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. Funeral services will be held at 11 am on Monday, December 3rd at the Tait Funeral Home, Inc, 2333 Fenner Road Cazenovia. Burial will be in Perryville Cemetery. Calling hours will be from 4-7 Sunday at the funeral home.