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Bernice Brown Obituary
Bernice "Niece" Louise Brown
November 11, 1945-January 23, 2022
Bernice "Niece" Louise Brown departed this life on January 23, 2022 at St. Johns Hospital. She was born November 11, 1945 to Syvada Wilson Lawrence and Warren G. Lawrence Sr. in Joliet, Illinois.
Funeral Services Monday January 31, 2022
Visitation: 9:00am-10:00am
Service: 10:00am-11:00am
Capital City Church of God
2501 E Cook Street
Springfield, IL 62703
Interment
Oak Ridge Cemetery
CDC guidelines will be followed
FACE MASKS ARE REQUIRED PLEASE
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Duane & Patricia Hopkins
January 26, 2024
We share in the absence of our cousin! The light for and inspiration to so many of us! We remember and keep her in our hearts and prayers for our family, always!
Phyllis Storey
January 31, 2022
I worked with Bernice at Horace Mann for many years. Sorry for your loss.
Sean & Aslee Haynes
January 31, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Donnie & Henry Hall Duane & Patricia Hopkins
January 28, 2022
We express our deepest condolences to our Lawrence-Brown family. Neice has been such a positive force, who has made a definite impact on so very many who knew her. She has served to encourage, strengthen, love and stabilize as we journey. We are thankful for having time with her and her absence will be great. We pray for God's love, healing, comfort and guidance through this difficult time of loss!
Linda Woodson
January 28, 2022
Diane, you have my sympathy in the passing of your mother. I always enjoyed game night at your house and the sleepovers. I would wake up to the best bacon and cheese sandwich made with Love by your Mom. Treasure the memories to help you get through.
Richard Pipkin
January 27, 2022
My deepest sympathy to the Brown family for your loss
Naomi Law
January 27, 2022
My prayers and condolences to each of you. I have fond memories of our childhood in Galesburg.
DeAnna Newman
January 26, 2022
Sending condolences to your whole family. Nan always made you feel like you belonged. Just a true sweetheart.
I will forever laugh about the story when she was not going to entertain *someone* running in/out the house for a whoopin. When the part comes that the person thought they would be running inside but Nan had locked it, while listening you can almost feel the dread of the person that was caught between the screen and the locked door. That memory will live forever.
May this memory and others continue to bring a smile.
Makeda Joseph
January 26, 2022
My condolences to you Caroline.
Victoria and Terry Harper
January 26, 2022
Condolences to the family! Praying for you all daily.
Willie & Dottie Washington
January 26, 2022
Brown family God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow..
Doris Williams
January 26, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with you guys. God is able to comfort you. Sending my love.
Ted Gottfried
January 26, 2022
Caroline - I wish to express my sympathy to you and your family for the loss of your mother. She is someone who will be missed by her many friends and the entire Brown Family.
Gary & Michele Wilson & Family
January 25, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Bobbie Hale
January 25, 2022
To the Brown family, my condolences. I pray God will grant you peace of mind during your loss.
Doris Austin-Louden
January 25, 2022
Brown family, i`m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Debbie and Daniel Starks
January 25, 2022
Caroline -
We were so saddened to hear about the passing of your beautiful mother. Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Barbara, Erma, and Vian Greater Bethel AME Church Family
January 25, 2022
We are praying for the Brown Family. Our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Scarlett & Stephen Madison
January 24, 2022
Ms. Bernice was simply beautiful inside and out. For this God is our God for ever and ever, he will be our guide even to the end (Psalm 102:25-27) May God bless and comfort the family. Much love
Andrea Frantz
January 24, 2022
My deepest condolences to the entire Brown Family.
May the Lord bless you with strength and comfort and may each of you be comforted by the many memories you have.
Edna Lewis
January 24, 2022
My deepest sympathy for your loss.I pray for strength and comfort for you through this difficult time.
Barbara Ferguson
January 24, 2022
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Naomi Law
January 24, 2022
My sincere condolences and prayers for the family. I remember Niecy from our childhood. May God bless the family and friends with sweet memories of a beautiful person
Tracy English
January 23, 2022
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Tracy English
January 23, 2022
You will truly be missed Aunt Niecee. Love you always. Praying for peace and comfort to my family during this time of bereavement.
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