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Cappy Brown Obituary

Cappy (Captola M.) Brown
Born December 31, 1926 in Leadwood, Missouri. She was a longtime resident of San Pedro, Ca. Cappy passed away on January 19, 2014. She will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by her husband of 68 years Bud (Edward M.) Brown. Her family; Julie Brown, Randy Brown, Larry(Jane)Brown, Debi(Milan)Bocarski, Louis(Francine)Brown, grandchildren, great grandchildren and many relatives and friends. Her love for life was contagious. She will be remembered as an amazing woman. She opened her heart and home to all making them feel like family. Her unbound energy, spirit and love got her family and friends through the best and worst of times. Services are private. However, friends wishing to celebrate Cappy's life are welcome to join the family at the San Pedro Elks Lodge on Saturday, January 25, 2014 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. In lieu of flowers please donate to the United States Veterans...
As Cappy always said.... "Let The Good Times Roll"

Published by Daily Breeze from Jan. 22 to Jan. 24, 2014.
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Even today, after these years, as I pass 1st & Summerland I remember Buds Gas Station and. Bud & Cappys Grocery Store and/or passing Santa Cruz home - I'm filled with warm happy memories of all the Brown Family xoxo

Lynda (Cason) Maleta

Friend

January 16, 2022

I will always remember Cappy. She was a second Mom to me and most of Randy's friends when in High School and on. So considerate, caring and helpful with her tough guidance on what we should be doing. Cappy and Bud could team up to show us all the way to go.

Richard Murdock

Friend

January 17, 2020

Cappy will always be missed..I saw her last when Bud sold my Moms home..and I came to their home to bring a gift for selling the house..Hope they enjoyed the dinner..I was at their home during Grammar School a lot..as a friend of Julie..I know all of the family's kids will miss her forever..loving thoughts Linda Quinlivan Uribe

Linda Quinlivan Uribe

Friend

May 20, 2018

Dear Randy and Brown family. I am sorry for your loss. Your mom really brightened up a room and once you met her you never forgot her. May God grant you much strength at this time.

Donna Pericich Luciene

February 21, 2014

Growing up next to the Brown family was warm and fuzzy. Cappy was always there when you needed her. Fast,fun and full of life. She will be missed dearly.Hugs to Cappy's family.

Megan Boos

February 3, 2014

For Bud and the entire Brown family our deepest sympathy goes out to you, I will miss going to your moms wonderful home it was so full of fun and happiness. She will truly be missed by all of San Pedro and the Elks Lodge with her contagious laughter.
Our Love and Prayers go out to you all
Bill And Elevia Hallet

January 28, 2014

Brown family, God bless you all during this very sad & difficult time. My prayers, sympathy & condolences to you all.My heart is with you.

Larry Hebert

January 27, 2014

What a beautiful celebration you had Saturday, at the Elks club. It was like you were there smiling and helping us all. ( Like you often did) To the Browns, such a sadness for the loss of Cappy. We know what a very special lady she is. Heaven is lucky, for now, let the good times roll. Love and God Bless to you all.

January 26, 2014

Dear Uncle Bud, Julie, Debbie, Randy, Larry, Louie and family's. My heart is with you all. I loved & admired Aunt Cappy so much, she was so special to all that knew her.

Lorie Farmer

January 26, 2014

Please accept our heartfelt sympathy for your sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Wishing you peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and precious memories to forever hold lovingly in your hearts.
Sincerely,
June and Dominic Gregorio

January 25, 2014

Dear Brown Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with your families during this difficult time of the passing of your beloved Mom. Always keep your memories of your Mom close to your heart and she will always be with you.

Georgine Hebert

January 25, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we are so very sorry for your loss. Your mom is with the Lord and she will continue to always keep a close eye on all of you.

Laura & Ron Lopez

January 24, 2014

Such a sad loss for you all and myself. Cappy was my other motherand loved her so much. She was always there for everyone and many times for me as I faced difficult times. Much love to you all and the memories of your Mom.

Patti Hancock

January 24, 2014

My deepest sympathy to all the Brown family. I will always remember your Mom's smile and love of life. She always treated me like family and I share your sorrow. God bless you all and God bless Cappy.

Dean Andrews

January 24, 2014

My heart is with all of you. I loved and admired Aunt Cappy so much. She will be up there keeping the good times Rollin with Aunt Tot until we all meet again. Love to you all.

Lorie Farmer {Benicia, CA}

Lorie Farmer

January 24, 2014

To Bud, Julie, Randy, Larry, Debbie and Louie,

Pat and I send extend our condolences to all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at the passing and mourning of your wonderful mom. I will always have fond memories of her. She was a part of my life growing up. I will miss her.

Larkin York

January 24, 2014

To Bud, Julie, Randy, Larry, Debbie and Louie,

Pat and I would like to extend our condolences to all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn the passing of your mother wonderful mother. I will always have fond memories of her.

January 24, 2014

We are sorry to hear of your mother's passing.

Joe & Sandy Teora

January 24, 2014

You and your family are in our prayers. Sorry for the loss of your mom.
Craig Skerston & Lynda Patalano

Lynda Patalano

January 24, 2014

I love you Aunt Cappy. My memories with you start when I was a small child, and got to visit with my 'california family' at nanny Brown's house. You were one of a kind, and the most precious person. Rest in peace. Uncle Bud, Randy, Debbie, Louis M, Larry, and Julie: my love and prayers are with you all.

Carma Shumake

January 24, 2014

Dear Randy, Larry, Debi, and Brown Family,

My sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved mom.
May God bless you at this most difficult time.

Debbie DeMartino

January 23, 2014

The coffee pot is still, the ash tray empty- a spark has gone from San Pedro. Love to the Browns from Sean Flynn and family

January 23, 2014

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to Bud, the children and grandchildren for their loss. Cappy was a wonderful person and we will always remember her spunky personality and her great ability to do a good dance routine. We will surely miss her.

Cal Canedy and Nora Lucero

January 23, 2014

My deepest condolences,

Truly a lovely lady,

Pati Lockett

January 23, 2014

My prayers go out to the Brown family, she was a wonderful lady, May she rest in peace.

Sandra Gensemer Esparza

January 23, 2014

Uncle Bud and my cousins,
I'm so sorry to hear of Aunt Cappy's passing. What a wonderful person she was. Jeremy and I will be out of town this weekend so we will miss the celebration of her life. Sending love, prayers for comfort & strength, and hugs to all of you. xoxo

Lynn (Norsworthy) Fischer

January 22, 2014

Sending sympathy prayers to the Brown Family. Cappy was a GREAT LADY and she will truly be missed by all that knew her. May she rest in peace!!!

The Joe Utovac Family

January 22, 2014

Cappy helped us all growing up and was really a second mother to many of us. Our condolences go out to her entire family. We will all miss her.

Richard Murdock

January 22, 2014

Uncle Bud and family it is with a heavy heart that we celebrate Aunt Cappy's going home.She was a loving,caring,heart of gold,happy person.Her rewards will be great in heaven.I will miss her and she will always be in my heart.

Mary cunningham

January 22, 2014

Dear Julie, Debbie, Louie, Larry, Randy and Bud, I am happy I have great, loving memories of Cappy and the Brown home! :) Sending love filled (((hugs))) and prayers.

Lynda (Bobo) (Cason) Maleta

January 22, 2014

Our deepest sympathy and prayers for the Brown family. so sorry to hear this sad news..what great memories i have of her and the rest of the family..i love you debrajean. cynthia and david larriva

January 22, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Bud and the rest of your family. Cappy was such a great lady. We will miss her.
Maury and Carol Edney

January 22, 2014

Sorry for your loss. Our condolences to the Brown family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Chris Andries

January 22, 2014

Dear Bud and wonerful Brown Family, I am so very sorry to hear about your lovely wife, Mom, Grandma... She will be truly missed, My deepest sympathy to the entire famil. Much Love

Claudia Thomas

January 22, 2014

Bud and family; It is with a heavy heart that we celebrate Cappy's going home. She was such a wonderful, loving and caring person. We will miss her and she will always be in our hearts.
Love, Rodney and Gina

Rodney Tanaka Gina Ayers

January 22, 2014

Our prayers are with you all. You have a special guardian angel to watch over you!

The Wolf Family

January 22, 2014

We are so sorry to hear of Cappy's passing. Many memories will fill your hearts. We have know your family for years. She will be missed.

Robert Price

January 22, 2014

sincere sympathy and prayers to the entire family.

Manuel Luna

January 22, 2014

Goodbye for now darlin, be seeing you soon. Hold down the fort til I get there. love, Sophie oxoxox

Sophie Baker

January 21, 2014

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