Jane Vanderipe Brown Jane Vanderipe Brown, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and a lifelong resident of Bradenton, Florida, passed away peacefully in her home on January 19, 2020. On that day she went to see her Lord and Savior and her love continues to shine down on us today. Jane was born April 3, 1940 in Bradenton, Florida to John and Dorthea (Zoller) Vanderipe. She met her future husband, Thomas B. Brown, Sr., in grade school and including their courtship and marriage they were together for 64 years. Jane graduated from Manatee High School in 1958 and attended Florida State University. While there she became a member of the Phi Mu Fraternity (Sorority). She was very proud of her relationship with Phi Mu since her mother, daughter and granddaughter all became Phi Mu's, with the granddaughter being a recent President of the FSU Chapter. After returning to Bradenton to raise her family, Jane became very active in local service organizations and her church. Jane was a member of Entre Nous Club in 1970 and was a member for life. She was active in all areas of the club, serving a term as secretary and was chairman of the then popular Attic Sale. She was also a member and sustaining member of Service Club of Manatee County and served as chairman of the annual Antiques Show (a fundraiser for the children of Manatee County). Jane was a very active and lifetime member of Christ Episcopal Church in Bradenton. She was a valuable member for many years of the church's Altar Guild, serving as Directress of the Guild for several years. Jane Vanderipe Brown is survived by her husband, Tom Sr.; daughter, Debbie Veldkamp and son-in-law, Tony Veldkamp; son, Tom Brown, Jr.; plus the loves of her life, her nine grandchildren (some now with spouses) and two great-grandchildren. She took enormous joy and delight in following and supporting the children and grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00AM, Saturday, February 1, 2020 at Christ Episcopal Church, Bradenton with a Celebration of Life immediately following at the Bradenton Country Club. Inurnment will be private. Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory 43rd Street Chapel is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Christ Episcopal Church, Bradenton or Tidewell Hospice, Inc. in Manatee County. Condolences may be made to www.brownandsonsfuneral.com.

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Published by Bradenton Herald on Jan. 24, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Jane Brown

16 Entries

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Kaye Butler

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Saundra Rahn

January 30, 2020

Gene and I send our sympathy to your family in the loss of Jane.....She was a very good woman and she will be missed by many people.

Warmest regards, Gene and Saundra Rahn

Jon VANDER SCHOUW

January 25, 2020

Jane was always just ahead of me at Ballard , Bradenton Jr High, and MHS. She was the first Hurricane I met when we arrived at FSU. Always a friendly smile and hello. A great lady who we are all better for having known her. God bless Tom in his loss. My most sincere condolences.

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Roger B. Broderick

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Sheila Hartman

January 25, 2020

Tom - We are so sorry for your loss. There just are no words to give comfort at this time. But know that you will continue to be in our prayers. Alan and Sheila Hartman, Tidy Island

Carissa Hogan

January 24, 2020

Mrs. Brown was an amazing woman who adored her family but made sure they knew the important things in life: faith, family, and service. My deepest condolences for her family and prayers for peace and healing from your grief. Celebrate that she is with her Savior through your tears.

Patti Knowles

January 24, 2020

Tom and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. I was shocked and saddened by the news. I've known Jane pretty much my whole life and I know she will be missed by all who knew her. Sending love and prayers as you all navigate the difficult days ahead.

Debbie Veldkamp

January 24, 2020

Please note that my mother's funeral is scheduled for February 1st at 10:00 a.m.

January 24, 2020

Sending thoughts and prayers from my family (Including my parents, Bill & Pat Whitfield in Heaven) to your family.
Love,
Darri (Whitfield) Hoffman

Tracie Dill

January 23, 2020

May the love of friends and family carry you through with strength, deepest condolences to all she touched.

Gloria Dillinger

January 23, 2020

Tom, my thoughts & prayers are with you and the family on the passing of Jane. She was a great lady and will be in your heart forever.

Ronald Whichel

January 23, 2020

While I was not close friends with Jane in High School,
I did know her and she was always very nice to me.
I would especially like to send my condolences to Tom Brown Sr. who I consider a close High School friend. Tommy, you have my thoughts and prayers.

Fred and Dee Kermode

January 23, 2020

Tom, we are so sorry to hear about Jane. We would come to the memorial except we have previous paid plans out of town. As you may know we sold our house on Snead Island in 2017 and have moved to Leesburg, FL. God Bless you, your children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Sherry Roithmayr

January 23, 2020

Morgan,
We are so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful grandmother! She sounds like such an amazing woman. Even though we did not know her, we are sure her many wonderful qualities were passed down to you! You are an amazing woman filled with God, Love and caring for others and we know she is so very proud of you. Our love and prayers are being sent to you and your family!
Sherry and Michael Roithmayr

Paul & Bonnie Thomasson

January 23, 2020

Our deepest sympathy to Morgan Brownlee and the whole family in the loss of such a wonderful mother and grandmother. May Jane be at peace always.

January 22, 2020

Our sincere condolences to family and friends of our Class of 1958 Alumna.

Manatee High School Alumni Association

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