Mary H. Brown, 85, of Hopkinton, passed away on Monday, November 6, 2023. Born in Owensboro, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Lillie (Wood) Henry. She was the wife of 61 years to the late George A. Brown.
A beloved mother, grandmother, and dear friend, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Mary had a passion for life that was evident in her ever-present smile and the sparkle in her eyes. Her love for her family was the cornerstone of her existence.
Mary is survived by her son, Robert Brown of Hopkinton, and her granddaughter, Denise Powers and her husband, Patrick of Ashland. She is predeceased by her sons, George Thomas Brown and Kenneth Scott Brown.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 11th from 11a.m.-1 p.m. at the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton, 57 Hayden Rowe St. A service will follow in the funeral home at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow the service at Mt. Auburn Cemetery in Hopkinton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Friends of the Hopkinton Senior Center, 28 Mayhew St. Hopkinton, MA 01748 or American Heart Association.
And, Mary was a wonderful cook! Her recipe for split pea soup is the best. She was a Hopkinton treasure.