Queens District Attorney Richard Brown's funeral was held at the Reform Temple of Forest Hills on May 7 following a procession from Queens Supreme Court. He passed away on May 4 after a long battle with Parkinson's disease. Brown served as DA for nearly three decades, after being appointed by Gov. Mario Cuomo in 1991. He is survived by his wife Rhoda, their three children and their families. Related stories: Admirers and Adversaries Recall the '24/7' DA Richard Brown
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