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1970
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2016
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Tannis Brown Obituary
Tannis joined Park Cedar Dentistry in 2000 and practiced for 10 years. She was diagnosed with a rare cancer known as Pheochromocytoma in 2003. She was a loving wife, mother, daughter, and sister. She was a devout Christian, whose faith and strength in the face of great adversity, is an example to us all.
Tannis is survived by her husband, Jason Brown, to whom she was married for14 years and their daughters, Drew Brown (age 13) and Megan Brown (age 10); mother, Lynn Ellis of London, Canada; sister, Nancy Ellis Scott-Thomas and her husband John of Ottawa, Canada; brother, David Ellis and wife Jen of Hamilton, Canada.
The Memorial Service will be held Monday, June 20th at the Forest Hill Church, 7224 Park Rd, Charlotte at 11AM.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pheo Para Alliance, 9721 Whitley Park Place, Bethesda, MD 20814, to honor Tannis' legacy and fulfill her desire to find a cure for this cancer.
Robertson Funeral and Cremation Service is serving the family, www.throbertson.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Tannis Brown
Bryan Sherrel
July 28, 2016
Tannis Brown was an amazing person here on earth, and now certainly an incredible heavenly angel with her Lord and Savior.
My wife Jennifer Sherrel was a dear friend and together they were tireless warriors battling long term illness, my wife as a 15 year breast cancer survivor.
The last picture I have of my wife Jennifer is at Presbyterian Hospital with Tannis, where they were both patients in nearby rooms during the final stages of their lives. What I find amazing is that both of them still had a smile on their face in spite of the tremendous pain and suffering they were undoubtedly enduring.
Tannis lived with Peace, Hope and Joy because she knew the Truth that is Jesus. Prayers go to Jason, Megan and Drew in this time of their great loss.
Mark Tripp
June 23, 2016
My sincerest regards to everyone in Tannis's family. I had the privilege of going through undergrad and dental school at Western with Tannis and then mentored her during residency in Charlotte. She was a phenomenal human being, amazing student and wonderful dentist. My heart goes out to Jason and her daughters and they need to know that Tannis inspired and touched many people in her life.
We can all strive to be a friend, parent, spouse and colleague like Tannis.
You will be missed always and I am thankful to have spent so many years with you.
Jeff Hooks
June 21, 2016
Tannis, Jason and the girls were wonderful neighbors for 6 years. I do not have the words to communicate how brave and courageous Tannis was battling her disease. Her trust and faith in Jesus Christ and her love of family was so evident and inspiring. My thoughts and prayers are with Jason and the entire family during this difficult time.
Charla Clark
June 20, 2016
It was a privilege & a blessing to have met Tannis Brown. She will always be an inspiration to so many. Sending love and prayers to her family & friends. God bless
Victoria Linder
June 20, 2016
Your contagious smile will forever live in our hearts!♡♡♡
F. Taylor
June 20, 2016
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Laurie Rosenthal
June 20, 2016
Having met her during her residency and then again as my dentist when she joined Dr. Strum, Dr. Brown was a warm and caring woman. Sending my prayer for peace and healing to her family and friends, and my love to her colleagues at Park Cedar Dentistry who loved her so well.
Karel and Michaela Pacak
June 19, 2016
Tannis was an extraordinary and exceptional person, a flower that is always around, smiles, warms, touches and heels. We will always love her and she will never leaves our hearts. We miss her a lot.
Sending you our very deep love and wishing you peace.
Karel and Michaela
Sue Stakiw
June 18, 2016
Tannis has always had a special place in our family's heart- we have loved her and will miss her, as will so many others. Our love to the Ellis and Brown families
Arlene Sleno
June 17, 2016
My sincere condolences to the Brown/Ellis families. Tannis lived her short life with love, caring for others, selflessness, courage and strength. May her family and friends find strength in their many wonderful memories.
neil sheehan
June 17, 2016
i miss you. i want you to text me back....
Pauline Jibb-Pacheco
June 17, 2016
My sincere condolences to the Ellis-Brown family. Tannis will never truly be gone she will always be here with us in spirit. She has taught me that life is fragile! Despite any struggle or pain - you need to be brave, be strong, be focused, love selflessly, live in the moment and create memories.
Julie Weinstein
June 17, 2016
Forever in our hearts my beautiful friend
julie Weinstein
June 17, 2016
A beautiful heart...regardless of how she felt she would never think twice about helping another....loved and admired for her tenacity,strength and beautiful spirit. My love and prayers are with Jason,drew and Megan,mom,dad and sister and everyone else that loved and knew her...❤
Cathy Sleno Buchanan
June 17, 2016
Tannis was a lifelong friend and the bravest person I have ever known. She lives in our hearts and memories forever.
Stuart Cox
June 17, 2016
Tannis was a wonderful friend and woman who will be greatly missed. I have many positive memories from my younger years that I will always remember. My thoughts and condolences are with the Brown and Ellis family.
Joyce Chan
June 16, 2016
May we remember to live every day as intensely as Tannis lived. My sincere, sincere condolences to the Ellis-Brown family.
Scott Young, DDS
June 16, 2016
To the Brown family :
Our prayers for peace and understanding
and God's love as you greve the loss of your Tannis .
My family on my wife's side (Slater) share the
Same "Pheo" gene that Tannis had.
God bless you all May you feel God's presence .
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