Irene Brown Obituary
She retired as secretary of Hyannis West Elementary School, having worked there for more than 21 years.
She is survived by a son, David G. Brown, Jr. and his wife, AnnMarie,of Charlotte, N.C. She had been predeceased by her husband, David G. Brown, for more than 28 years. She is also survived by two sisters, Kathleen M. Bradley of Osterville, and Ann P. Carlisle and her husband, Dale, of Centerville; and a brother, Robert L. O'Brien and his wife, Rose, of Naples, Fla. Three brothers, Thomas, James and Edward O'Brien, predeceased her many years ago. She was the grandmother of Abigail and Matthew of Charlotte, N.C. She was the favorite aunt of many nieces and nephews: aunt of the late Capt. Richard J. Bradley Jr., USN, aunt of Thomas K. Bradley, LPGA hall of famer Pat Bradley, Mark S., Christopher P., John F. K. Bradley, Sharon P., Michael, Cathleen, Thomas Carlisle, Mary Ellen Lahiff, Rosemary Kellam, Thomas O'Brien, Kathleen Dickson, Ann Hayes, Marybeth Boisvert, Robert, James, Thomas, Monique, John T. and Robert M. O'Brien, and first cousins, Thomas and Mary O'Brien of Ballycotton, Ireland. She was also survived by many grand nieces and nephews on her husband's side, Thomas James, Robbie Catchings and Candace Lowe of Cape Cod.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated in Our Lady of Victory Church, 230 South Main St., Centerville, on Friday, Sept. 26, at 1 p.m. Visiting hours are omitted. Burial will be private.
Memorials in her name may be made to the Hospice & Palliative Care of Cape Cod, 765 Attucks Lane, Hyannis, MA 02601.
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Linda Griggs-Therrien
September 26, 2008
Irene ran Hywest. She ruled with an iron hand and a warm heart, and we all loved and respected her. We will always be gratefull that she let us into her world and we are better people for it. Our thoughts are with you her family. We will always miss her as we have since the day she retired. God Bless.
Karen Belcher
September 25, 2008
Mrs. Brown was the secretary at Hy West when my children started there in 1986. She was such a lovely lady, she made me feel at home and was so kind to my preschoolers Abigail and Andrew. I think of her fondly and hope that the kind thoughts she left with others will be of comfort to you.
Kathy Doherty
September 25, 2008
Dear Family:
My sincere condolenences on your loss. As a sister of Mrs. Brown's daughter-in-law, AnnMarie, I'd met Mrs. Brown early in David and my sister's relationship. She joined the Doherty family for some Thanksgivings and St. Patrick's Day celebrations and she brought great energy and fun to those parties. In her own words, "it was a circus". Having seen her recently in Charlotte for the first time in a few years, she held the same passion for her family and for life as always. David, your mom's love for you was evident in every word she spoke. She was enormously proud of you and she took such great joy in being with Abigail and Matthew and watching as they become such wonderful young adults. May all your memories bring great happiness and comfort during this difficult time and in all the years ahead.
J S
September 25, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, ""I welcome you.""
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......""My day was not in vain.""
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
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September 24, 2008
Dear family,
I am sorry for your loss. I remember Mrs Brown from the days of Hyannis West when she started there as an aide. She was so kind.She gave my friend and I some toys that she knew we liked. She was a special lady,indeed
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