Farrell Blenn Brown, Professor Emeritus of Chemistry and Associate Dean of the Graduate School, passed away on July 23, 2023, at the age of 88.
Farrell graduated from Lenoir-Rhyne College with a Bachelor’s in Chemistry followed by a Master’s and Doctorate in Physical Chemistry from the University of Tennessee in 1962. He was then awarded a Welch postdoctoral Fellowship at Texas A&M. In the fall of 1963, Farrell began a 34 year career at Clemson University, beginning as assistant professor of chemistry. While a faculty member, he was promoted to full professor and granted tenure. He was later promoted to Associate Dean of the Graduate School and remained there until his retirement in 1997. Brown developed several important relationships that promoted enrollment of international students and served the Emeritus College in his retirement as a member of the Advisory Board, Policy and Curriculum Committees. In addition, Brown was a mentor for the Conversations with International Students program, assisting numerous international students enrolled at Clemson.
A private graveside service will be held at Woodland Cemetery at Clemson University at a later date. A celebration of Farrell’s life will be held at The Inn at Patrick Square on Sunday, August 6, from 3-5 p.m. All are welcome. In lieu of flowers and as a friend to all dogs, especially his beloved Dachshunds, memorials can be made to the local Humane Society, ASPCA and Clemson Paw Partners.
