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Elizabeth Louise Stevens Brown obituary, Roanoke Valley, VA

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Elizabeth Louise Stevens Elizabeth Louise Stevens Brown, 87, of Vinton, Va., passed away on Monday, August 24, 2009. She was born on December 2, 1921, to the Rev. Sam and Annie Stevens. She was a longtime member of Vinton Church of the Brethren. She was preceded in death by her husband, George W. Brown; infant son, George Stevens Brown; and sons-in-law, Wayne (Silo) Saunders and Donnie Hartsel. Surviving are a son, Gerald W. and Patty Brown; daughters, JoAnn Hartsel, Jean and Bobby Morgan, Betty and Kenneth Bowles, and Bonnie and Milton Dowdy; grandchildren, Donna (Eric) Witt, Don (Jeanette) Hartsel, Craig (Robin) Hartsel, Allan (Sandy) Saunders, Eric (Jenny) Saunders, Dana (Rusty) Dishman, Teri Bowles, Todd (Casey) Bowles, Aaron (Faith) Dowdy, Chris (Emily) Dowdy, Katie Brown and Emily Brown; and 15 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are brothers and sisters, Berkley Stevens, Duane Stevens, Kenny Stevens, Versal Stevens, Deedie Crawford, Hilda Bowyer and Carlie Woods; and a special friend, Emma Holdren. Special thanks to Good Samaritan Hospice. Flowers are appreciated or donations may be made to Good Samaritan Hospice, 2408 Electric Road, Roanoke, Va. 24018 or to the Alzheimer's Association of Virginia, Blue Ridge Chapter, 2728 Colonial Avenue, Roanoke, Va. 24015. The family will receive family and friends on Thursday, August 27, 2009, at Lotz Funeral Home, Vinton, Va., from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 9 p.m. Funeral will be held 1 p.m. on Friday, August 28, 2009, at Lotz Vinton Chapel with the Rev. Chris Foster and the Rev. Paris Bain officiating. Burial to follow in Stevens Family Cemetery. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.lotzfuneralhome.com.
Published by Roanoke Times from Aug. 26 to Aug. 27, 2009.

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Susan Green

September 9, 2009

Sorry that we could not be there for your Mom's funeral, but my parents were not up to that long drive.
She was a very special person to our family. A wonderful neighbor. I have so many wonderful childhood memories of her and being at her home, sneaking off from my house to go over to the Browns... I can still remember hearing her singing as she was hanging clothes on the clothes line to dry. I know you will miss her a lot but I know she is singing in heaven.
You are in our thoughts and prayers
Susan DeLancey Green
Paul & Della DeLancey

Ruby Thornton

August 28, 2009

Louise was my first cousin, and as I was growing up in Saunders Grove Church,we cousins alway had the luck of
being able to see each other often, which in my later years reminds me of the distance between each of us now.
Uncle Sam and Aunt Annie's children were aways so very cheerful and always
ready to give you a warm hello, and
"how are you today?". Louise you will
be missed, and knowing you will see your Daddy and Moma, makes all of us feel so good. I will pray for the comfort of your family, do hope they will find comfort soon.
Our Blessings to all, sisters, Brothers
and your children.
Ruby and Roger Thornton

Sarah Beach

August 28, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am sorry I can not be there for you but please know you are being remembered. A cousin of your moms. Daughter of Amos and Alice Lipscomb.

Bonnie (Beckner) Wellons

August 27, 2009

I was so sorry to learn of your loved one's passing this week. She was a very special lady, one that I remember very fondly from my years of growing up in our Vinton Church. I used to love to hear her tell a story and Mom would tell me how she "took my warts away" when I was a little girl. Be comforted in knowing that she is now with her beloved husband once again and they will continue to watch over their family together now, in love and in spirit they will always be with you.
You're in my prayers.

Ronald & Bonnie Stevens

August 27, 2009

Betty and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Deborah Lavender

August 27, 2009

GERALD,
I'm sorry to hear of your mom passing, may God's hands touch each one of you in the Brown Family,in your time of grief, My thought's and prayers are with your family at this time

sarah brant

August 27, 2009

So sorry for your loss. I hope in time you pain will ease and you will remember all the good memories that you have. Thoughts and prayer are with the family
Mike, Sarah Brant & Family

Dianne Fuqua

August 27, 2009

May each of you have wonderful memories of your loved one and know that she is now in a better place with her sweetheart. My sincere thoughts and prayers are with each of you and trust that as time passes the heartache with ease. Thinking of you always.

Teressa Dooley

August 26, 2009

Gerald,

So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Kevin & Teressa Dooley

Nina Wright

August 26, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Bill & Gwen McClammer

August 26, 2009

Betty, Kenneth and family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Mrs. Brown. She was a very special lady and we will always remember her beautiful smile. She always had a good word for all who knew her and we know she will be sorely missed. She is with her Heavenly Father now and her dear husband. You will take comfort in that in the days, weeks, months and years to come. May God bless you all, in this time of grief yet celebration of her homecoming into the arms of her Lord.

Joyce West

August 26, 2009

She was a very dear and sweet lady. Our prayers and thoughts are with her family.
The West Family

Linda Witt

August 26, 2009

Gerald and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May God give you strength and comfort in the days to come.
The Witt Family

Karen Boothe

August 26, 2009

So many memories - so little space. Aunt Lou was a "cut up". She loved to make us laugh. Her word for silly was green. If she told you that you were acting green it meant you were acting silly. She would give you a penny for every wart you had and they would go away! She loved to tell stories and use sound effects. I remember the chocolate ice cream cone song. I'm sitting here smiling - just remembering. She loved all those grandchildren who called her EZZIE. I won't say goodbye - but "I'll see you later." Love and prayers to everyone in the family. May God comfort you along with your memories.

Jo Anne Hutchens

August 26, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Eric, Jenny, Elizabeth, & Bobby Saunders

August 26, 2009

She was such a beautiful lady, inside and out...so full of the spirit of Christ. Although we will all miss her terribly, we rejoice in the fact that she is finally at peace and has been reunited with her beloved husband. We love you Coco Lou.

Angella Haranzo

August 26, 2009

One of my favorite memories of Aunt Lou is the felt board stories in Sunday School. She would do each voice. Her excitment in the Lord was contagious! I also loved it when she would teach us songs. She loved singing with the children. She is very special to me and always will be. Love to all of you. Angella Karnes Haranzo

Mary Jane Spickard

August 26, 2009

Gerald, we are so sorry to hear of your mom passing. I enjoyed fixing her hair years ago. We loved the cakes she use to bake & decorate.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mary Jane & Teddy

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