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ALMA HALES BROWN

Alma Hales Brown, 98, of Wilmington, passed away Wednesday, January 30, 2013, at Britt Haven North Chase, Wilmington, NC.

She was born May 18, 1914, in Wadesboro, NC, the daughter of the late William Vann and Mary Eason Hales. Alma was the widow of Alan L. Brown.

She is survived by son, Forrest Brown (Paulette), of Columbia, SC. Brother-in-Law, Tom Brown (Betty),of Wilmington, granddaughter Wendi Roderick (Brad), great grand children Evey and Dallas King, Holly Springs NC, nieces Dorothy Tyson and Linda Bagwell of Wilmington, NC.

A private service will be held at a later date.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com

Memorials may be sent to Winter Park Presbyterian Church, Wilmington, NC.

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Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com

Published by Wilmington Star-News from Jan. 31 to Feb. 1, 2013.
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Forrest, I wanted you to know that my thoughts are with you during this sad time. I will always remember your Mom, Dad and you with fond affection.

Mary Dowless

February 1, 2013

Dear Forrest,
Larry & I are so sorry to hear about you mom, I know from experience that it can be bittersweet saying good-buy to the women who rocked you to sleep and kissed your skinned knees....May God give you a sweet peace and grace during this time. Know that you and Paulette are loved. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. Love, Belinda and Larry

February 1, 2013

The Sweet Spirit Sunday School Class of Trinity Baptist Church in Cayce, SC sends our thoughts prayers to the family. Forrest and Paulette Brown are members of the Sweet Spirit class.

Betty Platt

February 1, 2013

Sorry to hear about your mom praying for you and your family be safe.

larry jordan

February 1, 2013

Just having lost my companion, I know the pain of losing a loved one. My heart goes out to the Brown family. The consolation is that Alma is in the "ultimate" place with her Maker.

diana farace

February 1, 2013

My sympathy to Forest, Tom and Betty, and the family on the loss of Alma. I feel as if I knew her through Tom and Betty. My she rest in peace.

Kenneth Whipkey

January 31, 2013

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