Robert Michael "Spike" Brownell

SALEM - Robert Michael Brownell, of Salem, passed away on November 13, 2015 at the age of 74. He was born March 14, 1941 in Salem, Oregon to Robert M. and Gertrud M. Brownell. After graduating from South Salem High in 1959, Robert attended the University of Oregon and Willamette Law School. He worked as a mediator and arbitrator until his retirement in 2010. He attended the Salem First Methodist Church, and served on the Committee for Salem Transit and Marion County Courts Mediation. Robert married Carolyn J. Foster on February 1970 in Salem, Oregon. He enjoyed reading and research and took delight in learning, and always wanted to learn new things. His passion was family values. Robert will always be remembered for his love for his family. Preceding Robert in death are his parents, Robert and Gertrude Brownell. Surviving him are his wife Carolyn Brownell of Salem; sons Keith Brownell of Stayton; son Brent Brownell of Phoenix, Arizona; daughter of Rebecca Saleen of Salem; and 13 grandchildren. Visitation will be November 19, 11 am followed by a funeral service at 1 pm, both at Restlawn Funeral Home, 201 Oak Grove Rd NW, Salem. Memories and condolences at RestlawnFH.com.