Brown, Florence Myrtle
Florence passed away peacefully at the Owen Sound Hospital on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 in her 98th year.
Born on October 9, 1926 and raised on the 4th line of Euphrasia Township, Florence was the third of four daughters of the late Israel Curry and Edith (nee Raggett of England) Curry.
She was predeceased by her beloved husband, C. Maurice Brown, and her sisters, May Boyd (late Herb), Helen Vickers (late Vernon and Gerald Boyes), and Pauline Palmer (late Don).
Florence had two sons, Larry Maurice Brown (Marjorie) and David Robert Brown (Denise Turner), four grandchildren; Rebecca Brown, Natalie Brown (Antoine Desilets), Ethan Brown (Nicole), and Danielle (Josh Lobb). She was the proud great grandmother of Hunter, Mason, Brooklynn, Daemia, and Kai.
Florence was a farmer at heart. She and her sisters worked hard on their parents’ farm. They didn’t have any of the modern conveniences that we now take for granted. She always valued hard work and people who didn’t shy away from it. She loved telling stories of those times.
Florence was proud of the crops, vegetables and flowers she grew her whole life. She was a regular contributor to the Meaford and Rocklyn Fall Fairs. To say she was competitive was an understatement.
Florence loved to sew and quilt. She was a member of the quilting group at the Meaford United Church for decades and enjoyed their quilt show each year.
She also was an avid hockey and curling fan. Her T.V usually had a game on in the winter time.
A funeral service will be conducted at the Meaford United Church on Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 11 o’clock, with visiting the hour prior to service.
As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Meaford Hospital Foundation or the Owen Sound Hospital Foundation would be appreciated and may be made through the Ferguson Funeral Home, 48 Boucher St. E., Meaford, ON N4L 1B9 to whom arrangements have been entrusted. www.fergusonfuneralhomes.ca
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Visiting at the church the hour prior to service.
Tuesday, August 6, 2024 11:00 AM
A funeral service celebrating Florence's life will be conducted at the Meaford United Church.
Make a donation in memory of Florence Myrtle Brown
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Thursday, August 1, 2024
Janet and I send our sincere sympathy on the passing of your mother. Florence was a lovely lady who always had a twinkle in her eye. May your many good memories be a blessing to you at this time of loss.
Thursday, August 1, 2024
Sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Many happy memories come to mind and the many tales of friendship between our parents and friends.
Thursday, August 1, 2024
Larry and David, Our sincere condolences on your mom’s passing. I loved to see her at Central Place the last few years that my mom was there. She always had a smile and something nice to say. Hugs to you and yours during this difficult time. Sincerely, Lori Bumstead-Clarke and Kathy Bumstead
Thursday, August 1, 2024
To Larry, David and families on the death of your Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother my deepest sympathy. She had a great sense of humour that made for good chuckles at many a party and family gatherings. I will always remember the wonderful pies, cakes and butter tarts she always served when we were haying and at threshing time…they were so so good. I also in retirement, quilting was her passion! She was a wonderful lady who will be missed but you will always have a bundle of wonderful memories.
Thursday, August 1, 2024
My sincere sympathy to Larry and David and their families as well as Florence’s other families and friends. Florence was a wonderful person..
Thursday, August 1, 2024
Ethan and the Brown Family,
Sorry to read of your grandmother’s passing,
Larry and Jane
Thursday, August 1, 2024
Barbara, I am sorry to hear about the passing of your Aunt Florence. She sounds like she served her community well. May her memory rest in your heart. Jan
Monday, August 5, 2024
Thank you, Jan.
Friday, August 2, 2024
My sincere condolences to Larry and David and their families. I have known Florence all my life, living in the same community for several years and then through our church in Meaford. I always admired the flowers she tended around her home and the quilts she worked on. She will be sadly missed.
Friday, August 2, 2024
Such a tremendous loss for everyone who knew her. She is/was so amazing to all she loved. I can’t say how many times she helped me, but was a lot. My condolences to Larry, Dave and family.
Sunday, August 4, 2024
My sympathy to all who had the pleasure of knowing Florence. I hope your memories will help carry you through this difficult time.
Sunday, August 4, 2024
I have fond childhood memories of visits at my Aunt and Uncle’s farm. With all that she had to do on the farm, my Aunt Florence was always welcoming to me and didn’t view me as another responsibility.
She was gracious to the end.
My sympathies to Larry, David and families.
Monday, August 5, 2024
Some of my most memorable times occurred at Uncle Maurice and Aunt Florence Brown’s farm, such as the first time I got to drive a tractor by myself (raking hay), or threshing times when many others were there to help. I also remember a fun time when Pauline was there helping out.
I give my condolences to Larry, Dave, and their families.
Tuesday, August 6, 2024
Our condolences. Florence was a wonderful person I cleaned for her and had a lot of lovely talks. Condolences to her families
Thursday, August 15, 2024
We are so sorry to hear of Florence’s passing. Please let all the wonderful memories guide you through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.