Beverly J. Brown, age 87, of Willard, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2020, at Mercy Hospital in Willard. She was born on May 5, 1932 in Willard, Ohio to James and Dorothy (Burras) Noble. Upon graduating from Willard High School in 1949, Beverly worked as a beautician after graduating from beauty school. When MTD opened in Willard, she was one of the first office personnel and had worked there for many years before retiring from MTD in Shelby. Beverly was an active member of the Grace United Methodist Church and a member and volunteer of North Fairfield Historical Society. She enjoyed going to garage sales, working in the yard and attending grandchildren's activities.
She is survived by her husband, Herbert "Biz" Brown, whom she married on August 19, 1951; daughter, Karen Shellhammer of Willard; son, Ken (Linda) Brown of Willard; five grandchildren, Christopher (Angelica) Shellhammer of Willard, Corey Shellhammer of Willard, Kimberly (Angelo) Velotta of Mentor, OH; Lauren Brown of Willard and Hannah Brown of Manhattan, NY; and two great grandchildren, Eliot and Olivia Shellhammer of Willard.
Calling hours will be on Friday, January 24, 2020 at Secor Funeral Home in Willard, Ohio from 3:00 - 7:00 PM and also on Saturday, January 25, 2020 from 10:00 - 11:00 AM at Grace United Methodist Church, 108 W. Maple St, Willard, Ohio where her funeral service will be on Saturday at 11:00 AM with Pastor Theresa Carter officiating. Burial will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in New Haven, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to Grace United Methodist Church in Willard, Ohio. Online condolences may be made to her family by visiting www.secorfuneralhomes.com
Condolences
Joe and Sue Ditz - Jan 31, 2020
Karen, Biz , Ken and family, there are no words that ease the pain of your loss. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Ken & Nancy Magill - Jan 25, 2020
So sorry Karen to hear of your mother's passing. You and your family are in out thoughts. We are in Florida or would be there in person.
Denis & Roberta Rapp - Jan 25, 2020
Our deepest sympathies to all of you. May GOD give you peace and comfort at this time of your loss. You are in our prayers. GOD BLESS
Julie Bashore - Jan 24, 2020
Biz, Karen, Ken, Linda and the whole Brown Family, Your Wife, Mom, Grandma and Great-Grandma was a wonderful, fun loving person. My prayers are with all of you now and in the days to follow. She truly will be missed by all that knew her, may she rest in peace.
Bob and LaVonne Ayres - Jan 23, 2020
Biz, Karen, Ken and the extended Brown family:
It was sad to hear the news about Bev. She was a sweet lady and will be missed by many. Kind thoughts and prayers are going out for her family and friends. May God grant you strength and comfort for the difficult days ahead, and fond memories for the years to come.
- Bob and LaVonne Ayres
Cindy Trimner - Jan 23, 2020
Karen and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in the loss of your mom.
Dick & Jeannine Snay - Jan 22, 2020
Biz, Karen & Kenny, long ago neighbors and dear friends, how I wish we were there to hug all of you. Your mom was my role model while my family was growing up, I so admired her! I'm sure Bev is busily organizing something in her new home, she was an amazing lady and will be missed so much! Thinking of all of you with love and sadness, Dick & Jeannine
Jeri (Mullen) Laser - Jan 22, 2020
Biz, Karen, Kenny and families, so sorry to hear about Bev. Hasn't been that long that I seen her in Uncle Dudleys. Peace to all of you at this time of loss
Dorothy Seidel - Jan 22, 2020
So sorry for the loss of your mother, she was a beautiful lady. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Ann Shurmer Jones - Jan 22, 2020
Dear Mr. Brown: Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your wife. You were always so kind when our parents Jean Ann and Morgan passed away. Please know that our families send their prayers to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Ann Shurmer Jones
Mark R. Jones
Donna Myers - Jan 22, 2020
Biz, Karen and Kenny; My deepest sympathy to you at this time of great loss. I am so happy I stopped bye to say hello on a recent trip to Ohio. Bev was such a congenial lady always so pleasent to meet. May you find comfort during this difficult time that Bev is resting in the arms of her Savior.
Janet Hines - Jan 22, 2020
Biz, Karen and Ken and family. My deepest sympathy for your loss. May all of you find peace and comfort.
Karen and Al Bedingfield - Jan 22, 2020
I am so sorry for the loss of your Mother! Bev was a nice lady! Try to remember all the good times and wonderful memories!
Penny Mastron Howell - Jan 22, 2020
Biz and Family, very sorry to hear of Bev's passing. I think often of the times when I was young and all the good times. Keep all the great memories close. Prayers and hugs
Charlotte & Gary Fink - Jan 22, 2020
Karen & Family so very sorry ! Sending hugs and prayers .
Bob and Sharon Balla - Jan 22, 2020
Both Bob and I appreciated how Bev and Biz included us as extended family. We extend our condolences to the family during this time of loss. We pray that you will feel Gods presence during this time.
Mike -Linda Veletean - Eunice Heisler - Jan 21, 2020
We are all so sorry to hear about Bev. You will be in our prayers and please know you have our deepest sympathy
Cynthia Lewellen Branham - Jan 21, 2020
Please accept my condolences on the passing of your wife, mother, and grandmother. She was such a sweet person. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Jim & Jackie Ratliff - Jan 21, 2020
Our sincere sympathy for the loss of your wife, mother & grandmother. Keeping all of you in our prayers.
Sherry Long - Jan 21, 2020
Biz, Karen, Ken and families, so sorry to read of Bev's passing. I remember so many times chatting with her, especially when I did some sewing for her. What a sweet lady. My thoughts and prayers are with all.
Tina Carr - Jan 21, 2020
Karen an family many prayers coming your way. Your mom was a great lady
