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Walburga Brownell Obituary
Brownell
January 25, 2019
Morristown, TN- Walburga "Wally" Ehrhardt Brownell, 80, of Morristown, TN passed away surrounded by family at home on January 25, 2019.
The Funeral Mass will be held at St. Patrick Catholic Church on Monday, January 28th at 11:00 a.m. with family receiving friends from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. The church is located at 2518 W. Andrew Johnson Hwy, Morristown, TN. Rev. Patrick Brownell will be officiating.
Graveside interment will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Chattanooga, Tennessee Monday at approx. 4:00 p.m.
Mrs. Brownell was born July 27, 1938 in Bad Bergzabern, Germany to the late Jakob and Maria Wien Ehrhardt. She married Paul Brownell of Newbury – Berkshire, England on December 27, 1959 in Bad Bergzabern, Germany. Paul and Wally have spent over 59 years devoted to each other. Together they have 3 children. Rev. Patrick Brownell (Morristown, TN), Michelle (Brian) Thompson (Alpharetta, GA), Christina (Shane) Barron of Auburn, Alabama. She had four grandchildren, Bruce Thompson, Brian Thompson (Alpharetta, GA), Alexandra Barron, Austin Barron (Auburn, AL).
Mrs. Brownell was an exemplary homemaker and a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was ever devoted to her Catholic faith her entire life. She served on the Holy Family Church Altar Guild and as a Pink Lady Volunteer at St. Francis Hospital in Columbus, GA.
Mr. and Mrs. Brownell retired to Columbus, Georgia in 1976 after 21 years as an Army family. It is here that they raided their children before retiring to Morristown, Tennessee in 2016, where they were warmly welcomed at Saint Patrick Catholic Church.
Survivors include, loving husband, Paul, their three children and four grandchildren; her sister, Gertrude Ehrhardt Zedler (Jurgen) Bad Bergzabern, Germany; niece, Bettina Klesen-Zedler (Mattias); Erika Zander Henzmann (Bad Bergzabern); nephew, Hardy Zander (Bad Bergzabern); sisters-in-laws, Dawn Crable Brownell (Ellerslie, GA), Judy Kay Newton, (Willets, CA); brother-in-law, Jesse (Sherry) Maynard (Olympia, Washington).
Mrs. Brownell is preceded in death by her parents, brother, Hermann Ehrhardt; sisters, Elisabeth "Liesel" Ehrhardt and Helene Ehrhardt – Zander; mother-in-law, Phyllis Maynard; brothers-in-laws, Roland Maynard, Carl Brownell, Jason Maynard; sisters-in-laws, Pearl Maynard, Lucy Brownell.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests making a donation to: St. Patrick Catholic Church Maintenance Fund (Morristown, TN) and/or to the Hamblen County Humane Society.
The family would like to express gratitude to Mrs. Brownell's numerous caregivers, Dr. Peter Sutherland of Morristown and UT Hospital (CVICU) of Knoxville.
Arrangements by Stetzer-Bales Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sponsored by Columbus Ledger-Enquirer.
J. Taylor
July 21, 2019
Christina, Brownell Family, & Barron Family,
We were sad to hear of your mothers passing. We were in town visiting family and ran into Matthew at Epic. We did not know how to get in touch with you. Your folks were good people and I know they were respected. I have the highest regards for your family. So sorry for this painful loss. You are in our prayers and thoughts.
February 3, 2019
May God's love cover your entire family through this difficult time. God Bless
February 2, 2019
My condolences to the Brownell family.
January 31, 2019
My dad worked with Christina years ago and spoke so highly of her. He would be saddened to know her mother passed. He passed 10 years ago. Please know our family is praying for you all in this time of need.
Heather
January 31, 2019
Expressing condolences to the entire Brownell family. Prayers be with you to comfort your sadness.
H. Owens
January 31, 2019
Sorry to see this. I attended Holy Family and knew the family growing up. Enjoyed when Fr Patrick would fill in on occasions. They were very proud of their children. Losing a mother is very difficult. Ms Brownell will not be forgotten. God Bless.
January 31, 2019
Sorry to hear Mrs Brownells passing. Want to pass my deepest condolences and sympathies to their families. God Bless you all.
K O'Brien
January 30, 2019
To the Brownell family,
Please know your mother was loved and very well thought of. She was always a pleasure to be around and talked about her children and grandchildren. Sorry for your loss.
January 30, 2019
Prayers, thoughts, love for this family. Sending our condolences and sympathies.
Jennifer Smith
January 30, 2019
Christina,
I saw the paper about your mom. I am so sorry. I see you have two children. I know your parents must love them to pieces. Praying for you my friend.
Dr Eric Berg
January 30, 2019
Christina-Heard from my folks your mother passed. Please accept my deepest condolences. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Dr Eric Berg
January 30, 2019
Paul and family,
Please know many are praying for you all. Words cannot express how very sorry we are to hear about Ms Wally's passing.
January 30, 2019
Sorry to see about Ms Brownell. I've enjoyed watching their children grow up at Holy Family through the years. Their family has been there for years. Truly good people. A very sad day for their family. God Bless.
Jenkins family
January 30, 2019
Mr Paul and Ms Wally were the best neighbors you could ask for. Mrs Wally always offered a meal or Mr Paul a helping hand. Hated to see this sad news. May God cover their children in prayer.
January 30, 2019
Paul, Patrick, Michelle and Christina May God be with you during this time of sorrow. We enjoyed seeing your family at Holy Family in Columbus.
Nances Creek Hunting Club Jim Daniels
January 30, 2019
Miss Christine and family,Sorry to see your Mama passed on. Just wanted to let you know me and our hunting club want to expresses our sympathies to you and your family. Nances Creek Hunting ClubJim Daniels
Carol Hessler
January 30, 2019
I knew Christina from St Anne's RCIA group many years ago. We went to meetings together. So sorry to hear the loss of your mother. Praying for your family in this time of need. Carol M. Hessler
January 30, 2019
Prayers for your entire family. I know your mother loved each one of you. God Bless you all.
John and Catherine
January 30, 2019
Praying for Paul, Patrick, Michelle and Christina
January 30, 2019
Christina,Saw the news about your mom. It's been many years since we've seen you. We still remember you babysitting our children through the years. We were always grateful for you. I see you are married with your own children. I know you are a wonderful mother. I'm sure your family is very proud of you. We are sorry about the loss of your mother. We are praying. Donna Griffin
January 30, 2019
Paul and family, Please know your family is covered in prayer during this time of sorrow.
J Welch
January 30, 2019
Christina,
You probably don't remember me. I was a patient of yours years ago. I saw in the Columbus paper about your mom. Sorry to hear this. Please let me extended my condolences to you and your family.
Bailey
January 30, 2019
Christina and Shane,Sorry to hear about Christina's mother. We saw it on the news feed. I know Christina must be heart broken. She always spoke of her family. I know your children loved their grandparents.
January 30, 2019
Paul, Patrick, Michelle and Christina- so very sorry to hear about your Mother. So many people are praying for your family.
January 30, 2019
Praying.
January 30, 2019
Read this today in the news. Christina, so sorry! I have had many meals and German pastries from that house. I want to offer my condolences to all.
January 30, 2019
Saw the name in the paper. So sad to hear of Mrs Brownell passing. I've taught or knew the Brownell children. Nothing but wonderful, bright individuals. Condolences to all.
January 30, 2019
Praying for comfort and peace for the Brownell family.
The Bryant's
January 30, 2019
Sending prayers and condolences to a wonderful family during such a sad time. Very sorry about your mother.
Amanda Harrelson
January 30, 2019
Christina and children,
Praying for you during this most difficult time. I can't imagine what you are going through. My heart breaks. Hugs sweet girl. Keep the faith.
January 30, 2019
Remember the family very well @ Holy Family Catholic. All of you are missed. So sorry to hear about Mrs Brownell. All three children were a class act. Prayers.
January 30, 2019
I remember when your family first came to Holy Family. My prayers are with you. Wally always talked to me at Mass and was so sweet when my husband passed. You are definitely in my thoughts. Bless you all.
Vaughan Family
January 30, 2019
Prayers for the Brownell family in their time of sorrow
Dr Mark and Kelly Sanders
January 30, 2019
Christina,
My wife recognized your maiden name in the news. We are so sorry to hear this about your mother. We were always proud of you as I know your family was. I see you are married and have children. No doubt your Mother will be looking down on you from the heavens. Keep that chin up. We are all praying for you.
January 30, 2019
Prayers. I went to school with the youngest daughter. Sorry for your loss. I know your mom was proud of you.
P Collier
January 30, 2019
My heart sank when I read this today. What a wonderful loving family each one of the Brownells are. I'm praying for strength and comfort during these sad times. They have lost a truly wonderful lady.
Dean Family
January 30, 2019
Sending my deepest condolences to the family. I know the Brownells youngest daughter from College. It's been years but I know the family is saddened by this loss. I lost my parents 10 years ago and it still is hard. Christina, I'm so very sorry. You are thought of and loved my dear.
Kelly
January 30, 2019
Prayers. For a family who has lost a wonderful, giving mother. May they be comforted.
January 30, 2019
Peace be with you and your family. Ms Wally was a gentle soul who is among the angels in heaven.
C Hamilton
January 30, 2019
Stina-Sorry to hear about your mom. I know it's been years since we've talked. Please know I am thinking of you and your family. I know your parents to be wonderful people and always extended an invite to me. I know she is very proud of you.C HamiltonBakersfield, California
Coulter Family
January 30, 2019
Our sincere condolences are with the Brownell family during this sad time.
T L
January 30, 2019
I am sincerely sorry for your loss and my warmest condolences are extended to Ms. Brownell family. God understands the comfort that we need when we lose a loved one. May you confide in Him always because His understanding is beyond measure. (Psalm 147:3)
January 30, 2019
Praying!!!!!! So sorry Ms Wally has passed. She will be missed!!!!
Karessa and Jonathan Woodruff
January 30, 2019
Christina,
I'm so sorry to see your Mother passing. I remember during college and after you spoke so highly of your wonderful family. Please know my family is praying for all of you.
January 30, 2019
So sorry to here about Mrs. Brownell. Please accept our condolences during this time.
January 30, 2019
Prayers for the entire Brownell family.
Andrew
January 30, 2019
Christina,
Not sure if you remember me. We went to the Academy together and I saw your last name in the paper about your mom. I remember you bringing your German leftovers after class and would share. I'm so sorry to hear this. Praying.
John K
January 30, 2019
Christina and family,
I read this early today. I'm so sorry about your mother. I know you are heart broken. Sending you my condolences.
L T
January 30, 2019
So sad to see this this morning! I know Mr and Mrs Brownell were very proud of their three children and very devoted to their faith. I know there is a great sadness as a wonderful family has lost their mother. God Bless you all.
January 30, 2019
Praying for your family. You mother was a very kind lady. May God Bless your family.
January 30, 2019
Brownell, Thompson and Barron Families,
Your families are being lifted in prayer. Your family was very loved for many yrs at Holy Family. May God give you comfort in the days ahead.
January 30, 2019
Christina & Shane,
Praying for you and your entire family. So very sorry to hear this. Your mother was a remarkable women. Take comfort many are praying.
MB
January 30, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family Blessed are those who mourn since they will be comforted Matthew 5:4
Christina Brownell Barron
January 30, 2019
There is something about losing a mother that is permanent and inexpressible- a wound that will never quite heal.
Love you Mom.
January 30, 2019
May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. Psalms 116:15.
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