MARGARET ANN BROWN

BROWN, MARGARET ANN Dec. 3, 1929 to March 18, 2012 Maggie peacefully passed away at home with her four children by her side. Maggie was born in Detroit, MI, and graduated from the University of Michigan in 1952. She was one of the first women stockbrokers (later partner) in the Detroit area. After retiring, she moved to Carlsbad in 1998. Maggie was known for her adventurous spirit and love of life. She traveled to every corner of the globe, sailed, skied, hiked and biked, and made friends wherever she went. At home, Maggie devoted herself to family and friends; to such groups as the AAUW, Carlsbad Singles, Sailing Singles (MI); and to her beautiful garden. She loved the outdoors, traveling across the country in her motor home, visiting America's great natural areas. She was an inspiration to everyone, especially as she faced her illness over the last six years with courage and optimism. She is survived by sons Roger and wife, Denise Carty, of Portland, OR; Tom and partner Rodney White, of New York, NY; and Robert and wife Marcia Ryan, of Larkspur, CA; and daughter Mary Ann and husband Martin Stone, of Cardiff; and by five grandchildren, Cameron, Haverty, and Keirsten Brown, of Portland, and Erin and Garrett Stone of Cardiff. A celebration of her life is planned for April 21 at 10 a.m. at the San Diego Botanic Garden. Please wear something cheerful as we celebrate Maggie's full and vibrant life. Donations may be made to the Aplastic Anemia & MDS Int'l Foundation.