Brown, Verna 'Lynn'

Lynn passed away peacefully with family by her side at the Owen Sound Hospital on Monday, March 3rd, 2025 at the age of 69.

Born in Meaford, Ontario, February 10th, 1956, Lynn was a daughter of the late Lorne and Faye (nee Moore) Johnson  and is survived by her siblings Nancy, Brian, and Lennard.

Loved dearly by her husband of 49 years, Reg Brown. She was the caring and devoted mother to Diane (Andrew) Cillis, and Stephanie (Dan) Molzan, and was the very proud Nana of Aidan Cillis and Elliot Molzan. 

Lynn will also be missed by many friends and neighbours in her beloved town of Meaford, a place where she and Reg have called home for many happy decades. She was a devoted employee of Scotiabank (Victoria and Grey) for 41 years and made many lifelong friends within the community through her many years of service.

A special thank you to the ICU staff at the Owen Sound Hospital for the care and compassion shown to Lynn and her family during such a difficult time.

A celebration of Lynn’s life will be held at a later date.  Interment to take place at Thornbury-Clarksburg Union Cemetery.

As your expression of sympathy, donations to 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. 

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A celebration of Lynn’s life will be held at a later date.

Make a donation in memory of Verna 'Lynn' Brown

Donations: Owen Sound Hospital Foundation
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Memories & Messages of condolence

  1. Janice Barbuto
    Wednesday, March 5, 2025

    I have known Lynn since High School. She was always a caring precious friend. We helped each other through some tough times and celebrated many wonderful times. I will always treasure those memories. Love to All of Her Family

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  2. Margaret Lowe
    Wednesday, March 5, 2025

    To Lynn’s family, my most sincere condolences. Lynn was our financial advisor for many years at Scotiabank and it was always a pleasure (and fun) to be with her. I missed her so much when she retired.

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    1. Rita Miller
      Thursday, March 6, 2025

      Reg , Diane and Stephanie and families, I am so very sorry for your loss. She had a great smile and laugh. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Rita

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  3. don and marg sheridan
    Wednesday, March 5, 2025

    So sorry to hear about Lynn`s passing

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  4. Fran Austin
    Wednesday, March 5, 2025

    Very sorry to learn of Lynn’s passing. Deepest condolences to her family and friends.

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  5. Isabell fiddis
    Wednesday, March 5, 2025

    So sorry for your loss reg and families she was a wonderful person always had a smile on her face. hugs to all the families

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  6. Dave Brown
    Wednesday, March 5, 2025

    Reg, Diane, Stephanie and family you are in our thoughts.
    Dave Brown Joanne Hill

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  7. Nancy Riemersma
    Wednesday, March 5, 2025

    Our condolences to Reg and families, she was our neighbour. Henry and Nancy Riemersma

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  8. Bev and Glenn Caswell
    Wednesday, March 5, 2025

    Our sincere condolences to all of Lynn’s family. I’ve known Lynn for years and saw her almost every day as we each headed to work. She helped us with our finances and was a great lady.

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  9. Liz Keaveney
    Wednesday, March 5, 2025

    Reg and family, so sorry to hear about Lynn passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

    Liz and Jim Keaveney.

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  10. Bob Allan
    Wednesday, March 5, 2025

    Reg ,Diane & Stephanie

    Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your heart

    Heartfelt sympathy at this most difficult time

    Bob & Leone Allan, Brian, Jen & Hailey Allan

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  11. Karen Harvey
    Thursday, March 6, 2025

    Sending my sincere condolences,she will be greatly missed .

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  12. Shirley Fawcett
    Thursday, March 6, 2025

    Sorry for your loss. Lynn was always great when you needed help with anything at the bank. She will be greatly missed!!

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  13. Lee Ann
    Thursday, March 6, 2025

    Reg, Diane, Stephanie and families
    Our condolences for your loss, Lynn and I were schoolmates since grade school, co-workers,
    and longtime friends. She will be dearly missed. Hang on to your precious memories.

    Lee Ann, Dave and family

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  14. Shelley Cornfield
    Thursday, March 6, 2025

    Reg, Diane, Stephanie and family
    Our deepest condolences to all of you. I enjoyed working with Lynn at the Bank for many years.
    Shelley Cornfield

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  15. Kathy and Bruce Lemon
    Thursday, March 6, 2025

    Reg, Diane, Stephanie and families
    Bruce and I both worked with Lynn for many years, leaving us with great memories.
    May all your precious memories help you during this difficult time..
    Our sincere condolences to all of you.

    Bruce and Kathy Lemon

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  16. Cathie Fotheringham (Kerst)
    Thursday, March 6, 2025

    Condolences to Reg and family. Lynn was a wonderful and caring person. Our thoughts are with you.

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  17. Shirley (Pether) & Paul Woolner
    Thursday, March 6, 2025

    Reg, Diane & Stephanie & families
    I remember Lynn and our years growing up together when her family lived beside ours in Thornbury. We went through elementary & high school together and shared many experiences. Unfortunately, as happens, we lost touch as we went on through life. She was an amazing person. I am sure you have many memories of her. Use these to keep her with you in the true. She will be missed. Our sympathy is with you as you navigate this rough time.

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  18. Wendy and Willy
    Thursday, March 6, 2025

    Our sincere condolences to all of the family ,way to young and 41 years that’s dedication.

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  19. Bradley Long
    Thursday, March 6, 2025

    Sorry to hear about Lynn. She was a wonderful person. Bradley and Joyce Long

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  20. Tracy McNally
    Thursday, March 6, 2025

    Thinking of you all.

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  21. Sylvia & Michael Long
    Thursday, March 6, 2025

    Our sincere condolences to Reg, Diane, Stephanie and their families.
    Sylvia & Michael Long

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  22. Gary & Beverlee Dillon
    Friday, March 7, 2025

    Very sorry to hear of Lynn’s passing. Our sincere condolences to all the family.
    Gary and Bev

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  23. Sherry Kerst
    Friday, March 7, 2025

    Reg, Diane, Stephanie and families.
    My sincere condolences for your loss,
    Lynn and I were longtime friends. She will be dearly missed.

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  24. Lorraine Boyd
    Friday, March 7, 2025

    Reg and family. So, so sorry to hear of Lynn’s passing. Sincere sympathy from Wendy and Lorraine.

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  25. Kate
    Friday, March 7, 2025

    My sincere condolences to you Reg, Diane and Stephanie and you family. I bet she just loved the grandkids! I worked with her for many years at Scotia Bank. Lynn loved to share story of her daughters, she loved you both very much!

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  26. Cherie
    Saturday, March 8, 2025

    Dear Reg
    Thought and prayers to all of Regs family
    Threw this difficult time
    Cherish Lynn’s memories
    God bless all
    Cherie, Ron Murray

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  27. Wanda Harvey
    Saturday, March 8, 2025

    My condolences to Reg and family,Lynn was a lovely person .
    I have known her and her family for quite a few years,she will be greatly missed.

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  28. Terry and Merrie Bumstead
    Saturday, March 8, 2025

    Remembering a wonderful neighbor and sending our love to her husband and daughters.

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  29. Colleen Mills
    Sunday, March 9, 2025

    Diane and family
    So sorry for your loss. Your Mom was such a nice lady.

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  30. Barbara Dunn Hawes
    Monday, March 10, 2025

    To Reg and family,
    Sincere condolences to you and your family. Lynn was such a happy gal and so helpful to those needing advice in the bank. She will be greatly missed by many, many people.

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  31. Verna & Rick Hindle
    Friday, March 14, 2025

    Reg and family.
    We are so sorry to hear of Lynn’s passing.
    Our family’s lives have crossed many times through the years, including working with Lynn at V&G/Scotiabank.
    Please give our condolences to the family.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Verna & Rick Hindle

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  32. Terry & Diane Haines
    Saturday, March 15, 2025

    So sorry to hear of Lynn’s passing. Our condolences to her family. Cherish all you wonderful memories.

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  33. Lori Bumstead-Clarke
    Sunday, March 16, 2025

    My mom, Kathy Bumstead, worked with Lynn at the bank for several years, and during my very short stint working there, Lynn was my trainer. So helpful, nothing fazed her and she had a quick wit. To Reg, and family, my sincere condolences to all of you. She is gone way too soon, and will certainly be missed.

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