Patricia "Pat" Brown's Obituary
Patricia “Pat” Brown, 91, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2024. She was born in Birmingham, AL on December 17, 1932 to Osmond and Eva Merrell. She married Robert “Sonny” Brown in December of 1952.
Pat dedicated over 17 years of her life to teaching kindergarten in the North Little Rock School District, leaving a lasting impact on countless young lives. She had a passion for gardening, flowers, watercolor painting, and her beloved cats. Pat was an avid knitter, actively involved in PEO and her church, and dedicated her time to knitting for cancer patients. She was also known for her exceptional cooking skills and cherished the moments spent with her family. Pat was a loving and caring mother who will be dearly missed.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert “Sonny” Brown. Pat is survived by two children, Robert Brown, and Melanie Watkins, five grandchildren, Connor Thompson, Camryn Thompson, Chloe Thompson, Jordan Brown, and Colin Brown.
There will be a visitation for family and friends from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., Friday, September 20, 2024 at Memorial Park Funeral Home. The family will have a graveside service in Moncrief Cemetery in Gardendale, AL.
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