Wanda M. Brown
Posted By Chapel Of Peace Team On October 6, 2023 @ 7:10 pm In Obituaries,Columbus Obituaries | 10 Comments
Wanda M. Brown, 83 of Columbus, Ohio passed away Thursday, October 5, 2023, after a long battle with an anoxic brain injury.
Wanda Margaret Brown was born on November 24, 1939, to the late Juanita and Rodger Brown, in Columbus, Ohio. In her early years Wanda was educated at Douglas elementary school, Franklin Junior High School, and was a proud graduate of East High School, all within the Columbus Public School district. Wanda loved to roller skate and sew. Growing up in the Poindexter Village area she met the love of her life James Brown in her mid-teens which then led to her marriage of more than 60 years.
Wanda and James had three children and she was a dedicated mother and home maker through her children’s early years, focusing on gardening, sewing, volunteering at her children’s schools and continuously serving in her church. Once her children became of school age, Wanda returned to the workforce, starting a job at Nationwide Insurance Company where she became a supervisor and manager for over 30 years, retiring in 2010. After which she supported her community and volunteered her time at the Ronald McDonald House. She also served as an Avon representative for several years. Wanda was known as the Avon lady, so you would always get a nice fragrance for Christmas or birthdays.
Wanda loved spending time with her family. Sunday dinners and vacations were her favorite, along with the annual family, “Camper Lamper” trip to Virginia, that she and James took their kids and grandkids on. Family was everything to Wanda and she tried her best to make it to school plays, sporting events, recitals, and wouldn’t miss a big moment for her children or grandchildren. Wanda’s other love besides her family was her church/church family. She was a member of St. Paul A.M.E. Church from the time she was a little girl until her passing. She served as a steward, member of the Faith Inspirational Choir, St. Paul Players drama group, Miracle on Long Street committee, Leap of Faith dance ministry and numerous committees to ensure St. Paul A.M.E. thrived over the years. She was also one of the founding creators of the Jam-N-Jefferson Park Community festival that went on for over 10 years.
Wanda was preceded in death by her parents, husband James Brown, daughter Jamie Liggins and brother Rodger Brown, Jr. She leaves to cherish her memory, children Jeffrey Brown (Tracey Jones) and Jerald (Satina) Brown, sibling, Diane Bell, sister & brother in-laws Doris Brown, Joyce Jones, Charles (Marcia) Brown, and Eleanor Brown; grandchildren, Brittany Price, Lawrence Dixon (Jr), Janae Brown, Taylor (Christopher) Dalton, Jerald Brown II, Terrance Liggins, Kristian Brown, Joselyn Brown, and Joi Brown. Great grandchildren, Kennedy Dixon, Ayden Davis, and Willow Brown, special children and grandchildren, Fontella Lanning, Jerome Ferguson, Kevin Holland, Kelly Dillard, Marchia Smith, and Tawna Bonner; special friends Rev. Dr. Michael Bean, Becky Holliman, Joann Roots, Nora White a host of nieces, nephews, God children and friends. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Wanda M. Brown, age 83. Sunrise November 24, 1939 and Sunset October 5, 2023.
Visitation 9:00 AM and Funeral Service 9:30 AM Saturday, October 14, 2023 at St. Paul AME Church , 639 E. Long Street.
Interment at Glen Rest Memorial Estates.
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My Deepest And Sincerest Condolences Jeff. Your Mom Was Always Good To Me As Kids. May You and Jerry Find Peace In Knowing She’s Resting In Heaven.
My sincere condolences to Jeff and Jerry and your respective families. There is nothing like the loss of a mother. Rest assured that the love she has for the two of you and the rest of the family still exists and the memory of her will last forever.
Prayers to the Brown family.
Rest In Power Mom Wanda!
No more suffering because now you are in thee best care ever!!!
Love you Jeff and Jerry♥️♥️♥️
Jeff and Jerry Brown, so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. I will 4ever have fond memories of growing up in the church around her and her loving spirit as well as the rest of the family. Prayers will continue
I’m sorry for your loss. I will keep the family in my prayers
My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength
Of my heart and my portion for ever. Ps alms 73:26
Jeff, Jerry, Salinas and Diane
Wanda and James were a team and it’s heartbreaking to lose them both. I’m conforted in knowing that once again they are together again. My sincere sympathy to you all as you mourn her. She’s whole and happy with James, Jamie, Roger and her Parents again.
Remember Weeping May Endure For A Night But Joy Cometh In The Morning. Her earthly life has ended however her Heavenly life has begun with jubilation. She’s missed by not just you but everyone that had the pleasure of knowing her. May God bless you all and give you strength in your hour of grief.
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Very sorry for yet another loss in your family so quickly Jeff.. You and your family have our sincere condolences..
We know your dad meant your mom at the pearly gates with outstretched arms singing her favorite song.. They are together again for all eternity watching over their flock until you meet again.
We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.. Peace & Love to All❤
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Jeff and Jerry, so sad to here about your mother’s passing. Wanda was a loving gift God sent to share her love, care and guidance for so many people. Always smiling, which caused others to feel her spirit. She will be missed, but never forgotten.