of Little rock, AR

January 15, 1946 - February 17, 2022

Kelton R. Brown, Jr. was born January 15, 1946, in Little Rock, the first-born son of Kelton Brown, Sr., and Mary Louise Keller. After graduating from Catholic High School, he entered the US Air Force. He served his country for 10 years, rising to the rank of Staff Sergeant as a Personnel Specialist. He became a residential land developer and builder, creating numerous housing developments around Little Rock. Later in life, he acquired and managed dozens of apartments.

Kelton met his wife Valerie Jo (nee Colaianni) in 1977, and they married the following year. He was a thoughtfully generous husband and father, dedicated to his family. Kelton greatly enjoyed traveling with his wife and family, touring many countries throughout Europe and the Americas. But his "happy place" was always on Lake Hamilton, entertaining family and guests with his boundless hospitality. Whether filling your plate with his signature home-made breakfasts, refilling your coffee cup or wine glass, or driving you on his boat around the nooks and crannies of the lake, Kelton was at his happiest hosting a houseful of guests.

Survived by his wife Valerie J. Brown; siblings Mary Carroll Jordan (spouse Joe), Barbara Drews, Joseph Brown, Virginia Brown, Howell Brown (spouse Mary) and Monte Brown; children Tamara Adkins, Slade Brown, Kristen Brown, and Scott Brown; grandchildren Abby Adkins and Brady Adkins; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his parents, Kelton Brown, Sr., and Mary Louise Keller.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Easterseals Arkansas, Center for Training and Wellness.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Chenal Funeral Home
13801 Chenal Parkway
Little Rock, AR  72211
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com