Mr. Lawrence Andrew “Andy” Brown, age 48, of Vevay, Indiana, entered this life on January 20, 1978 in Mooresville, Indiana. He was the son of the late Lawrence “Doc” Nelson Brown and Evelina Coker-Brown. Andy was raised in Switzerland County, Indiana, and was a 1996 graduate of Switzerland County High School. He continued his education at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, where he graduated in 2001. With a passion for learning and a desire to further his education, Andy later earned degrees in teaching and political science from Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) in 2012. He went on to pursue his interest in law, attending the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law in Indianapolis, Indiana, from 2013 to 2016. Andy was united in marriage on May 14, 2005 to Michele Elizabeth Lofthouse at Murat Shrine in Indianapolis, Indiana. Andy resided in Indianapolis before moving back to the Switzerland County community in 2020. Andy was a former teacher for South Ripley School Corporation for a few years. He later worked as a slot supervisor and slot attendant for Belterra Casino & Resort in Florence, Indiana, for a few years. Andy began his employment with Rising Star Casino in Rising Sun, Indiana, where he was currently serving as a slot supervisor since May 2024. Andy was also a member of the Florence Masonic Lodge #27 F&AM. Andy will be fondly remembered for his outgoing personality, quick wit, and wonderful sense of humor. He had a special way of bringing laughter and happiness to those around him, and there was truly never a dull moment when Andy was in the room. He was loyal, supportive, understanding, and always willing to lend a listening ear or offer a word of encouragement. Whether he was sharing a funny story, cracking a joke, or simply enjoying the company of those he loved, Andy had a gift for making ordinary moments memorable. Andy had a deep appreciation for music and especially enjoyed listening to his vinyl record collection and playing his guitar. He also had a fascination with history and loved watching documentaries.Andy treasured the simple pleasures in life, especially gathering around to play games with his family, sharing laughter, and creating lasting memories together. Andy was also an enthusiastic sports fan, and particularly enjoyed cheering on his beloved Indiana University Hoosiers basketball team. Those who knew Andy knew he could always be counted on for a good laugh, an entertaining conversation, and a little friendly competition. Andy unexpectedly passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at his residence.
Andy is survived by his aunts and uncles, Phyllis and John Stafford of Canal Winchester, Ohio, and Linda Sue Pettit of Noblesville, Indiana; and his several cousins.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Evelina Coker-Brown, died May 21, 2017; his father, Lawrence “Doc” Nelson Brown, died October 7, 2026; his paternal grandparents, Harold A. Brown and Etta Lena (Lothridge) Brown-Webster; his maternal-grandparents, Dale F. Coker and Grace E. (McFarland) Coker-Carpenter; and his aunts and uncles, Carroll “Doug” Douglas Brown, Lloyd “Bud” and Susan Brown, Lelia and James “Jim” Bladen, Joan (Coker) Cross, Clarence Alford, and Harold and Nancy Brown.
Masonic Services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m., Monday, October 26, 2026, at the Indiana Veterans Memorial Cemetery Chapel, Madison, Indiana.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Florence Masonic Lodge #27 F&AM. Cards are available at the funeral home or online at www.haskellandmorrison.com