Paul Arthur Brown, 45, of Prudence Island, previously of Bristol, died unexpectedly, Wednesday, Dec. 5, at home. Born in Providence, he was a son of Antoinette (Benoit) Brown of West Warwick and the late Robert E. Brown. He was the husband of Lucinda (Ramsey) Brown.

Mr. Brown was a mechanic for both boats and autos. He was a car enthusiast, a stunt bicyclist and enjoyed making models. He was very close to his German Shepard, Diesel.

Besides his wife and mother, he leaves two children, Zackary Brown and Faith Eliza Brown, both of Bristol; two brothers, Robert Brown of Nevada and Douglas Brown of Warren.

Family and friends are invited to visitation on Thursday, Dec. 13, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Smith Funeral & Memorial Services, 8 Schoolhouse Road, Warren, RI 02885. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, Dec. 14, at 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Church, Wood Street, Bristol, R.I. Visit familyschoicecremation.com for condolences.