Timber Ray Brown, 58, of Boothbay, passed away peacefully at Maine Medical Center on Aug. 12, 2026, following a heart attack. 
 
Timber was the son of Raymond L. Brown and Louise “Pye” Brown and was a lifelong resident of Boothbay. He attended Boothbay schools and Bath Vocational School, graduating from Boothbay Region High School with the Class of 1985. 
 
During high school and following graduation, Timber worked for Dickie Giles and Leavitt’s Garage. He later started his own automotive business on Route 27, which he continued to operate until his passing. Timber strongly believed in old-fashioned work values and a strong work ethic, which he carried throughout his life. 
 
Timber was a Past Master of Bayview Lodge No. 196 in East Boothbay. He was also a member of Kora Temple Shrine, Scottish Rite, and York Rite. 
 
Timber proudly served as a captain of the Boothbay Fire Department for more than 30 years. Timber was a Board of Director Member of the Boothbay Region Fish and Game Club. He enjoyed working on his property, riding motorcycles, hunting and shooting, and spending time with family and friends at lobster bakes, cookouts, and Halloween parties. He was well known for his helpful nature and his willingness to lend a hand to anyone who needed it. 
 
Timber is survived by his loving partner of 17 years, Michelle Bryer, and his beloved dog, Adele. 
 
He will be greatly missed by Michelle’s son, Michael Ciarfella, his wife, Marissa, and their daughter, Vanessa; his cousin, Amanda Taylor, and her partner, Bill, of Sandwich, New Hampshire; Sharon Verbanis-Smith and her husband, Mike, of Bonita Springs, Florida; as well as his large circle of friends and the many people whose lives he touched. 
 
A celebration of Timber’s life will be held at the Boothbay American Legion, 25 Industrial Park Road, Boothbay, on Oct. 17 from 1 to 4 p.m., with a Masonic service beginning at 3:30. 
 
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Bayview Lodge Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships for students attending trade schools, or to the Boothbay Region Fishing & Game Club Scholarship Fund. 

Arrangements are under the care of Hall Funeral Home and Cremation Services. To share condolences, visit www.hallfuneralhomes.com.