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Mary Brown Obituary

Mary C. Brown, 82, formerly of West Lawn, passed away Monday, January 20th, at Faithful Living, Denver, Lancaster County. Mary was born in Somerville, MA on August 9, 1942, a daughter of the late Elizabeth (Barth) and Paul Goncz and was the widow of Richard E. Brown, Sr. She worked as a bank teller at the former Hamilton Bank, Berkshire Mall and was a member of St. Ignatius Loyola R.C. Church, West Lawn. Mary is survived by her step daughter, Mary E. Printz, of Denver, PA and by grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her daughter, Kim Shoppell, step son,Richard E. Brown, Jr. and brothers, John and Paul Goncz. Mary loved animals, the beach and was a classically trained pianist. Services are private at the convenience of the family. Interment at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Animal Rescue League, 58 Kennel Rd. Birdsboro, PA 19508 or at berksarl.org or to the Humane Society of Berks County, 1729 N 11th St., Reading, PA 19604 or at humanepa.org Arrangements entrusted to John P. Feeney Funeral Home, Inc. 625 N. 4th Street at Centre Ave., Reading, PA 19601, 610-372-4160. Obituary and condolences at www.johnpfeeney.com. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Mary C. Brown, please visit our floral store.

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Published by WFMZ-TV 69 News on Jan. 26, 2025.

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Mae

February 22, 2025

Clair & I Always Had Fun Cing U & Dick @ The Country Buffet & Chinese Restaurants.

Leia Nieves

January 30, 2025

Devastated to hear of your passing Mary. You were a wonderful woman & my favorite little lady at Faithful Living. I´m honored to have met you & take care of you. Forever in my heart. -Leia

Kathy

January 28, 2025

Sad to hear of your passing, you are reunited with uncle Richard and your daughter. I remember all the firehouse fundraisers we went to. Rest in peace.

Calderoni Family

January 28, 2025

May flights of angels guide her to her rest. We are so sorry.

Nancy

January 28, 2025

I was sorry to hear of your passing Mary but I´m glad that now you are with Dad and Rick in heaven!

Sue

January 27, 2025

Nancy and I are so very sorry to hear of your passing. I hope you are with Dad and Rick.

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