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1937
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2024
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Jean Brouwer Obituary
Jean was happiest when spending time with her beloved family. Jean was a friend to many with her spirited personality and generous nature. She enjoyed spending time on Martha's Vineyard or being at the beach. After a lifelong career at Sears, she volunteered for Safe Futures.
Jean is survived by her daughters, Sandy Brouwer and Cindy Brouwer; her granddaughter Taylor Stino (Andrew); her grandson Ryan Brouwer (Anna); four great-grandsons, Brayden, Liam, Levi and Cameron; as well as her bonus daughter and son-in-law Deb and Neil Wiseman.
She was predeceased by her husband, Frank Brouwer; daughter-in-law Ann Miller; and son Terry Brouwer.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Waterford/East Lyme Animal Control in her memory.
Neilan Funeral Home has been entrusted with her care. Calling hours will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 22, 2024, at the Thomas L. Neilan & Sons East Lyme Funeral Home in Niantic. Interment will be private. Please visit www.neilanfuneralhome.com to leave the family an online condolence.
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Randy Barberi, Marilyn's son
September 4, 2024
A good friend at Sears to my mom, Marilyn Wix of Weeki Watchee Florida and Elaine Griggs of Waterford CT. A good friend to each other will be remembered by all who met them.
George Leitkowski
June 9, 2024
Cindy & Family,
My condolences in the the passing of your Mom.
Sara Hewson
June 8, 2024
I volunteered with Jean at Safe Futures. She was always wonderful in her positive attitude, sense of humor and work ethic. We remember her fondly and miss her at Essentials.
Linda Blake
June 6, 2024
Sandy ,
A loss of a mom is felt very deep and for a long time. Thoughts are with you, remember the great memories, they will guide you through.
Dorothy Bruce
June 6, 2024
Jean was my Godmother and babysat for me, although i mostly remember her mother caring for me and my younger brother Johnny. We moved when I was in Kindergarten but have many wonderful memories of Krauth and Jean. When i was older I remember visiting Jean at her house when her children were young. Sending much love and prayers to her family.
Mary Anne Alfieri
June 6, 2024
I met Jean when I started volunteering at Safe Futures and we had many chats her greatest chats were about her grandchildren she loved them so much May she RIP with my deepest sympathy to you all Mary Anne Alfieri
Eleanor A Bruce
June 6, 2024
Jean was a next door neighbor during my first 11 years. She also babysat taking care of me and my siblings. I would visit her at sears when she worked there. A lot of memories going over to krauth's house. She was a very special person. Sorry to hear of her passing.
Mary and Rocco Timpano
June 6, 2024
So sorry for your loss. We loved having Jean as a backyard neighbor for many years. She was always a pleasure to talk to. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
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