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Dorothy Brown Obituary
Dorothy Carol Brown
Feb. 10, 1935 - Sept. 24, 2020
DECATUR - Dorothy passed peacefully on Sept. 24, 2020 with her husband of 68 years, David Wright Brown, by her bedside. She was born at home in Clinton, KY on Feb. 10, 1935.
She had an active life beginning in her early years as a wonderful mother to her son, David and daughter, Robin. In her later years she was Dir. of the Candy Stripe Group at St. Mary's Hospital. She acquired her Real Estate license and worked for a few years for Jan Brown. She received her Assoc. degree from Richland Community College. She was co-owner of Summer Haven Swim Club, Decatur, IL and co-owner of joint real estate owned by David and Dorothy Brown.
She is survived by her husband, David W.; son, David Wayne (Christine); daughter, Robin; grandchildren: Courtney (Alfred), Steven (deceased), Gentry (Amy), and Marlana; and four great-grandchildren: Caleb, Carter, Hannah Kate and Hailey.
Memories and Condolences
for Dorothy Brown
Gordon Roberts
September 21, 2025
David--Are you okay? I´m okay for being 91. I´d like to hear from you.
Gordon Roberts
October 23, 2020
David--so sorry to learn of Dorothy Carol´s passing. We three go so very far back!! The last time we connected was on a Calif highway in 1958. Sorry to have lost contact during all of these many years. I retired from the Navy in 81. For 22 years I lived in Cadiz Ky. Wife and I moved to North Branch MI a year ago to be close to her kids in our old age. I´m still healthy and active--hope you also are. My email is [email protected] if you would like to connect.
David Brown
October 6, 2020
They are doing a live broadcast of the funeral online this Friday, October 9th at 1:50. You can go to https://www.mossfeaster.com/obituaries/Dorothy-Brown-104/ There is a link here and will be up for 90 days. Thank you.
Rick Cox
October 3, 2020
All of The Cox Family; Many wonderfull memories. You are in our prayers,Mr Brown, Dave,Robin and your familys. Mike, Jeff,Jim,Janet,Rick Scott & Julie
Susan Reed Testa
September 29, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers go to you, Mr. Brown and your family. Dorothy was a kind woman who always had time for a teenager. Her laughter at the pool, always keeping everyone's favorite candy bar frozen for those hot summer days. Please know you are in the Reed family's thoughts.
Marcia (Cooper) Johnson
September 29, 2020
Dear Mr. Brown, Dave, Chris, Robin and family,
My heartfelt condolences to each of you. May your heart be full of wonderful memories of Mrs. Brown. You all hold a special place in my heart and my prayers go with you as you mourn her passing.
Love and prayers to your family.
Marcy & Glen Johnson
Amy Greer Savoie
September 28, 2020
So sorry to hear of my sweet aunt Dorothy's passing. I have so many fond memories of her and our family when I was a little girl. Thoughts and prayers to uncle David, Dave, Chris, Robin and all her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Carolyn Neal
September 28, 2020
Dear David & family,
Dorothy & I we're in bible studies for lots of years when I lived in Forsyth. I'm not sure when I last saw her. We had a great group of sisters-in-Christ! I know she'll be greatly missed. She loved you and your family dearly and was so proud of you all. I pray the Lord is surrounding you all with his comforting arms. Blessings & love, Carolyn Neal
Nancy Greer Pruitt
September 28, 2020
David Brown, So sorry to hear of Dorothy's passing. My sincere condolences for you Dave, Robin and families. I have precious memories of our years past. Never will forget our times with Mamaw and Papaw Greer. d
Amy Fisher
September 28, 2020
Dave (and family)-
My heart goes out to you all. I'm incredibly sorry to have read about this. Dave, my summers with you two were some of the best memories! I'm so glad I had the chance to work for you. I've been in FL now for 16 yrs and I always think about her "Florida room" at your house.
All my best....
Katrina Freemon
September 28, 2020
My condolences to the entire family for your precious loss. Dede will truly be missed. Especially all the prayer chains she had on me to make sure I stayed out of trouble. Fly high in the sky pain free. =–
Eddie and Judy Black
September 28, 2020
So sorry to hear about Dorothy, David. Our sincere sympathy goes out to you, David, and Robin and their families. May God grant you comfort and peace at this difficult time.
Kathie Ward
September 28, 2020
David....we are so sorry to hear of Dorothy's passing. She will be missed so very much. She was like a sister to my mother. I had tried without success to let you know of Mama's passing in 2016 but could not find any contact information. I have the most wonderful memories of times spent at MaePell and Waymon's when your family would come to visit and the times you and Dorothy would come stay with Mama here in Clinton. I'm afraid those are times we will never see again in this life. Prayers for you and your family in the days ahead. =O<û
With Love,
Kathie
Sabrina Moss and Family
September 28, 2020
I give my condolences to David Brown and family!! We're Praying that u and the family get through this time of loss.Dorothy was like part of my family, my grandkids and I will truly miss
her calling , talking and laughing together!!
Greg Bradley
September 28, 2020
Dave
So sorry to hear of the loss of your lovely Dorothy!
You are in my thoughts & prayers.
Greg
Debbie & Allan Eaton
September 28, 2020
David and family, we were so sorry to hear of Dorothy's passing. Our prayers are with you.
Denise King Lanter
September 28, 2020
So sorry for your loss, Mr. Brown.
Sharon Austen, Heather's mom
September 27, 2020
It was a pleasure to get to meet and pray with Miss Dorothy.
Karen Anderson
September 27, 2020
So sorry, David and family.
Nancy Stanley
September 27, 2020
So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
John Freeland
September 27, 2020
Sorry for your loss Mr Brown. I have lots of good memories of you and Dorothy
Tom Disbrow
September 27, 2020
I am very sorry to hear about Mrs. Brown's passing. She was a big part of my adolescent years. My deepest sympathy and love goes out to the family.
JONI kelty
September 27, 2020
My deepest condolences d
Brian Britton
September 27, 2020
So sorry David.
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