Martin A. Brown - better known as Marty, and one of the founders of Quick Fuel Technology, lost his courageous battle with cancer this past weekend.

A devoted family man, a fierce competitor on the drag strip, and savvy businessman, Brown will be greatly missed by his loving family, friends, and colleagues. Martin A. Brown - better known as Marty, and one of the founders of Quick Fuel Technology, lost his courageous battle with cancer this past weekend.

A devoted family man, a fierce competitor on the drag strip, and savvy businessman, Brown will be greatly missed by his loving family, friends, and colleagues.

He left his mark on the performance automotive aftermarket industry thanks to his many years of service. Marty’s ardent attention to detail, keen insight, and great sense of humor are attributes he used to guide both his personal and business lives. Marty left distinctive foot prints that will be easy for all of us to follow …

Funeral is at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Holy Spirit Catholic Church. Visitation is from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday at J.C. Kirby & Son Funeral Home, Lovers Lane chapel. A prayer service is at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 941 E. 86th St., Ste. 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240; or Hospice of Southern Kentucky, 5872 Scottsville Road, Bowling Green, KY 42104. His daughter, Lyndsay is raising money to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society by competing in the Nation’s Triathlon in Washington, D.C., in September. Please note “In Memory of Marty Brown” on donations made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

Online condolences may be made at www.jckirbyandson.com .