Photo courtesy of Brown-Forward Funeral Home - Shaker Heights
Shaker Heights, Ohio
1923 - 2016 (Age 92)
Henry G. Brownell, II, passed on peacefully January 25, 2016 at the age of 92. Son of Anna (Manuel) and Brenton Brownell, ‘Hank’ is survived by his devoted wife, Patricia Brownell (Cooney); his three loving children Anne Brownell Ames (Richard), Brenton Grinnell Brownell, II (Kazuko), Henry...
Read MoreI always admired my Godfather, your father, and remember our skiing trips. I have missed him and your family. My heart aches for y'all.
Adam Cashin
July 04, 2025
Dear Pat and Famly,
My husband Bob worked with Hank at The Higbee Company, during, what we like to call, the golden age of retailing. Hank was a wonderful man, one of the classiest we had ever met! He was a great President of, arguably, the finest retail store ever! We just found out about the passing of Henry G. today, and we mourn his loss. Our thougths, prayers and love are with Pat...she and Hank were a very special couple. With much love and treasured memories always,
Lynda...
Lynda Frechette
February 15, 2019 | Key West, FL | Friend
My love and prayers to Pat and family.
Virginia Sauerbrei-Baron
May 26, 2016 | Rocky River, OH
Mr. Brownell ... My time so Higbee was short and I fondly remember our relationship. You sent me off to serve my country with a silver cigarette lighter, firm handshake, and pat on the back. Rest in peace.
Don Shearer
May 22, 2016 | Bay Village
From the first day we moved next door to Hank and Pat on Sherbrooke, they took us in as New Neighbors like we were family. Could never thank them for all they did in helping our family settle in to a new city. Pat was such a huge help and good friend to my mother. So funny to think back on young Brent running around with one shoe, and young Henry coming over to see my old 68 Shelby.... Anne always racing off on a date. My Lord, how proud Pat and Hank are with how those three have grown...
Bart Williams
February 07, 2016 | Shaker Heights, OH | Neighbor
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Muriel and David Nachman
February 15, 2016 | Shaker Heights, OH
From the first day we moved next door to Hank and Pat on Sherbrooke, they took us in as New Neighbors like we were family. Could never thank them for all they did in helping our family settle in to a new city.
Pat was such a huge help and good friend to my mother. So funny to think back on young Brent running around with one shoe, and young Henry coming over to see my old 68 Shelby.... Anne always racing off on a date. My Lord, how proud Pat and Hank are with how those three have grown up...
Bart & Martha Williams
February 07, 2016 | Shaker Heights, OH
Pat: So very sorry to hear of Hank's passing. His warm smile and happy greeting will long be missed.
Bob Cutler
February 05, 2016 | Shaker Heights, OH
Please accept my condolences on the loss of Henry. May his memory comfort your heart; and God help your family during this time of sorrow. Isa.41:13
C L
February 03, 2016
