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1932
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2006
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Lera Brown Obituary
She was born on January 19, 1932 in Dover, NH; the middle daughter of Lewis and Dorothy (Dodge) Norman.
Lera married in 1949, Lewis Brown, Sr. (married 56yrs.) and life long resident of the Madbury-Dover area. A devoted wife, and mother, she thoroughly loved and enjoyed her family, especially the great grandchildren. She was a life-long lover of nature, enjoying bird watching and feeding the ducks in their small pond. She was an avid gardener and had a well manicured yard with a variety of plants including beautiful flowering trees, various flowers and her Magnolia tree which had a perfect white picket fence. Lera also loved entertaining guests and playing cards, whether is was a scheduled guest/game or if it was spur of the moment.
She is survived by her husband, Lewis Brown, Sr.; a son, Lewis Brown, Jr.; two daughters, Lera (Brown) Gilbert and her husband, Ray and Dorothy (Brown) Towers and her husband, Chuck; her nine grandchildren; her six great grandchildren, Destiny, Makayla, Gavin, Hannah, Aliyah and Jaden, with Amiya, the seventh great- grandchild due to arrive very soon; many nieces, nephews, cousins, many extended family members; several friends and neighbors.
Lera was predeceased by her two sisters, Marjorie (Norman) Cochrane and Dorothy (Norman) LaFlesh. We all love and miss you till we see you again.
Memorial contributions may be made in Lera’s memory to the family, send donations to: Mr. Lewis Brown, Sr., 182 Littleworth Road, Dover, NH 03820.
Friends and family may call on Friday, July 28, 2006 from 2-4:00 pm and 6-8:00 pm at the Wiggin-Purdy-McCooey-Dion Funeral Home, 655 Central Ave., Dover, NH.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 29, 2006 at 10:00 am at Wiggin-Purdy-McCooey-Dion Funeral Home with Reverend John Newman, officiating. Burial will follow at the Pine Grove Cemetery in Barrington, NH.
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Memories and Condolences
for Lera Brown
dot towers
August 1, 2006
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006
Ruth Lawrence
July 31, 2006
Lera,
Thank you for many treasured memories of our times spent sipping coffee, watching the birds, and all the laughter!!
You are greatly missed, my dear friend....I will love you forever.
Ruthie
Chip Lang
July 30, 2006
Buddy and Family,
We are sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Buddy, if you need anything, just pick up the phone.
Love,
Chip and Judy Lang
Hazel Raynes (Dover Family Practice)
July 30, 2006
I will miss you Lera. Your smile lit up a room and you were always so up beat, even when things were not. People come into your life for such a short time and I will cherish the time you were in mine.
Desire Kay
July 29, 2006
I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. She always made people laugh at anytime. She will be deeply missed. Love always, Des
Judy Syria
July 29, 2006
My sincerest sympathy to the entire family. The display of love at Lera's service was inspirational. I will miss seeing her smiling face.
Raylene (Cole) Ertle
July 29, 2006
To the Brown family: We the Cole family just heard of the loss of dear Lera, she will remembered with love and alot of great memories. Our prayers will be with you.
Diana Boire / Bittner
July 29, 2006
I just heard of your mom's passing and want to say how deeply saddened I am. Your mom was one of the most loving and sweet people I have ever met. I felt privilaged to know her and to have been her neighbor so many years ago. She always welcomed us kids into your home with a smile.
Nancy Bailey
July 29, 2006
Buddy,
We are so sorry for your loss. I have not seen your mom in a long time but she was a wonderful woman, so full of energy and a beautiful smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Skip & Nancy
CAROL & HARRY (AINSWORTH) PLAISTED
July 28, 2006
DOT & CHUCK & FAMILY, SORRY FOR YOUR LOST.SHE WILL BE DEEPLY MISS AND NEVER FORGOTTEN LOVE ALWAYS,
CAROL & HARRY PLAISTED
CHARLENE MUSICK
July 28, 2006
DOT & CHUCK AND THE FAMILY,
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I GOT TO KNOW LERA REAL WELL THROUGH MY CARING FOR HER SISTER DOTTY.
SHE WAS TRULY AN ANGEL JUST CHATTING AND LAUGHING WITH HER YOU KNEW SHE WAS A CARING AND LOVING PERSON. ALWAYS CONCERNED ABOUT EVERYONE. WE HAD LAUGHTER AND ALSO SERIOUS TALKS.
LERA IS TRULY LOVED AND WILL BE MISSED.
MAY GOD BE WITH YOU ALL THROUGH THIS TOUGH TIME.
ALWAYS CHARLENE MUSICK
Dawn Hubbard-Pigeon
July 28, 2006
Brown Family:
We are sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She was a good friend and neighbor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Keith and Dawn Pigeon
Angela Ferullo
July 28, 2006
I only knew Lera for a short time and I quickly found her to be a wonderful friend. She will be GREATLY missed. My God bless you and keep you through this difficult time.
Katrina Roberts
July 28, 2006
Nan,
Thow I Only Knew You Shortly I Feel As Thow Your Kind Heart And Cheery Attitude Will Always Have A Long Lasting Effect On Me. All The Wonderfull Memories With Devin And Lexie At Your Home Will Always Remain In My Heart. Weather IT Be Blueberry Picking, Feeding The Ducks, Or You Giving Us Sweet Treats Like Icecream And Soda When Mom Didnt Really Want Us To Have It. So I Hope One Day You Can Teach Me How To Beet Paul And Mom In Spades As You Did Those Many Times. I Will Always Love ,Remember And Hope That One Day I Can Be As Good Of A Person As You.
Love You 4Ever,
Katrina
Katrina Roberts
July 28, 2006
Nan,
Thow I Only Knew You Shortly I Feel As Thow Your Kind Heart And Cherry Attitude Will Always Have A Long Lasting Effect On Me. All The Wonderfull Memories With Devin And Lexie At Your Home Will Always Remain In My Heart. Weather IT Be Blueberry Picking, Feeding The Ducks, Or You Giving Us Swwet Treats Like Icecream And Soda When Mom Didnt Really Want Us To Have It. So I Hope One Day You Can Teach Me How To Beet Paul And Mom In Spades As You Did Those Many Times. I Will Always Love ,Remember And Hope That One Day I Can Be As Good Of A Person As You.
Love You 4Ever,
Katrina
ray & cheryl clement
July 28, 2006
Ray adores you and I did not know you as long as I would have liked. You are a warm, sweet, loving person and I enjoyed our walks together. You have a wonderful family and will be missed more than words can say.
john Laflesh,jr
July 28, 2006
lera ,i know i didnt know you well but what i have heard and when i met you you seem like a really awesome person,and will be very sadly missed and i wont forget about you trying to get me eat when we just met a couple of months ago at your sisters funeral,you really made me smile alot and this has hit me hard , you are so darely missed , may you rest in peace and im sure your gonna be in heaven maken endless people laugh,you have the charm in you to do thatyou are a awesome lady i hope some day i can see the rest of the family on a regular occasian, life is just to short not to be close i just wish i got to spend more time with you and got to know you more myself, love always john Laflesh jr & Ann my mom god bless!!!!!!!!!!xoxxo
Cheryl (Roy) & Alfred Denoncourt
July 28, 2006
To the Family of Lera Brown.
We just learned of Aunt Lera's passing. I will always remember her as such a loving, wonderful lady. With open arms she welcomed into her home the "kids of the neighorhood" and her playing the honky tonk piano, the joyful singing and laughing! Her gorgeous gardens, especially the roses! What priceless memories she gave us! You just always felt at home. How delighted she would be to see us--anytime!! She was an exceptional lady and will be very much missed. Love and God's blessings to you all in this time of sorrow.
Wendy Browning
July 28, 2006
What a joy and great pleasure it has been for me to have been a part of Aunt Lera's life. Always there to make you laugh, sing, or even cry if you want to. More than willing to play a tune on the keyboard and harmonize a beautiful tune with you, or just a joy to sit back and listen to her show her talents all by herself. Aunt Lera, everytime I came in from TN my trip was never complete until I had my visit with you. There are so many wonderful and fond memories in my life of you and I am so proud to be able to say I was your niece. Thank you for forfilling my life and giving me a chance to love you and enjoy the greatness of your company, love, laughs, and tears. You will be greatly missed.
Love, Wendy Ward Browning
Jennifer Dupuis
July 28, 2006
Nan,
Its hard to believe you have left us but I know in my heart you are in a better and happier place now. I will miss all the talks we had and the times we beat dah and paul playing dice.
Nan give Aunt dot a kiss for us and tell her we love her and I hope the two of you are enjoying your game of spades together. You will always be loved and missed but never fogotten. You have left a wonderful mark on all of our hearts and on this earth. We will all see you again one day and when we do you and aunt dot better be up for that long over due game of spades.
Nan I love you and will always miss you.
Love Jenn
Paul & Jennifer Dupuis - Grandson
July 27, 2006
Nana,
We will miss all the good times that we had, looking forward to every weekend with you playing cards with you and dah. All the good food that you made especialy them steak tips. You will always be in our hearts and be with us for ever. I love you and miss you dearly.
Love ,
Paul and Jen
joshua dupuis
July 27, 2006
nana,i cant even begin to tell you how much you are missed and loved,i wish my daughter could have got to know you like i did,i look up to you because of your strenght and courage through all that you went through,one of the last things you said to me was you cant mwait to get home and play a game of spades....i still want to play its just gonna take a little longer before we play...(never forgotten, always missed, forever loved,..i love you
kerrisa atherton
July 27, 2006
Well what is there not to say about lera...she was an awesome person, i loved being at her house and listening to her play music for everyone....she always made everybody that walked in her house feel welcome....
We will always miss her...i love all her family like they were my own....stay strong everyone i love you guys so much.
kerrisa atherton
MICHELLE ATHERTON
July 27, 2006
Nan , Im so grateful that I got to know you. you were such a loving person and what a wonderful mom and grandmother and friend you were.you will be missed and to the family, Im so sorry for your lose. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. Dottie I love you, stay strong my friend.
Michelle Atherton
dorothy chuck towers
July 27, 2006
mom we miss you a great deal we have to look at all the good times and laughting we all have done with you, and you always kept are family happy and always there for us to come to you we love you mom and we will meet again
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