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Sona Brown Obituary
Fort Mohave, AZ formerly of Des Moines
Sona "Sue" Brown, 74, of Fort Mohave, AZ died at home on July 11, 2015. Memorial services will be 7 p.m. next Monday, August 17 at Iles Funeral Homes-Grandview Park Chapel. The family will begin to receive friends at 6:30 p.m. prior to the service. Urn burial will be at a later date at Rose Hill Cemetery in Whittier, CA.
Sue was born November 22, 1940 in Charleston, SC to Douglas and Bernita (Jones) Rutledge. She and Daniel Martin Brown were married October 8, 1960 in Bethany, MO. They made their home in Downey, CA for 35 years until their retirement to Arizona. She was a retired Teamster and an artist who enjoyed theater and art museums.
Sue was preceded in death by her parents and son, Donald Leigh Brown. She is survived by her husband, Daniel; two sons, Timothy Brown of Mitchellville and James (Shelly) Brown of Altoona; eight grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the American Lung Association.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sona Brown
paula guarino
August 15, 2015
I will always miss u I love u like a sister I never had be at peace we will be together again. Paula
August 15, 2015
I feel like I lost my sister of my heart. You will be in my thoughts forever. I love you. Jane
July 21, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with family and friend may God word comfort you at this difficult time. Isa25:8.
Jody Piper
July 20, 2015
I will miss you, my best friend. When we meet again, I will bring chocolate malts and we will talk the night away. Till then, rest in peace.
July 20, 2015
My sincerest condolences to the Brown Family. May the Hearer of Prayer be of comfort to you at this time. (Psalms 83:18)
Laura Denny
July 20, 2015
My dear Aunt Sue became another of God's Angels. Condolences to all the family and her friends.
Sarah Stewart
July 19, 2015
Thank you for saving my life in Jr. High
July 19, 2015
Sorry to hear of Sue's passing. She was always smiling. Connie (snow bird friend)
July 18, 2015
sue my best friend ever. betty
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