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Kimberly Denise “Gigi” Brown, 68, of Parkersburg, passed away Monday, November 3, 2025, at OSU College of Medicine, Columbus, Ohio.
She was born in Parkersburg, a daughter of the late Marvin Powell “Pappy” and Doris Marie “Mammy” Brannon. In addition to her parents, her brother, Randall L. “Randy” Brannon preceded her in death in 2015.
Kimberly was a registered nurse, and she enjoyed watching baseball, football, cheering on the Atlanta Braves and Pittsburgh Steelers, and she especially loved watching her grandchildren play sports.
Her memory will be carried in the hearts of her loved ones, including her daughters, Rebecca Brown, Angela Shank, and Ashley Brown and grandchildren, Madelynn Shank, Maverick Shank, Sydney Brown, and Barrett Ullman.
A memorial visitation will be held 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Monday, November 10, 2025, at Vaughan Kimes Funeral Home.
Kimberly will be laid to rest with private family committal service.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
521 5th Street, Parkersburg, WV 26101
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.


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