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In the summer of 2024 he became the joint manager of Corsham Town FC, who also paid tribute to Brown as an “instant favourite” among supporters and staff – winning 10 games in a row after joining at a “very difficult time” for the club.
“[He] would always stay behind after the game to chat about life and football even towards the end of his time with the club when he was ill,” they added.
“He will be sorely missed and we send our thoughts and condolences to his young family at this time.”
Having previously suffered with a number of serious health concerns throughout his life, including being diagnosed with colon cancer in 2022, Brown was unable to secure life insurance.
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