Jean Marie Brokaw

Jean Marie Brokaw

Jean Brokaw Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 2, 2003.
Jean Marie Brokaw, age 85, entered into rest on January 29, 2003. She was born December 23, 1917 in Tucumcari, NM to Marie (Loustaunan) and Homer S. Chilton. She was a member of Alpha Chi Omega Sorority. Mrs. Brokaw was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 11 years, Earle W. Brokaw. She is survived by her stepdaughter, Jan Gunn and grandchildren, Sean Gunn, Marc Gunn and great-grandson, Danny Marquart. Funeral Services will be Private. Sunset Funeral Home.

View All Photos

Add Photos to Memorial

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support Jean's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Jean Brokaw's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Jean Brokaw's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?