Jeanette A. Brown, “Gran”, age 84 passed away peacefully, surrounded by loving family on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
She was born in Ridgley, MD and raised in Kirkwood, DE as the loving daughter of the late Victoria L. (Kibler) and William T. Perry.
She was employed as a Senior Secretary at William Penn High School from where she retired.
Jeanette was a beautiful soul, she enjoyed many of the simple things in life including a sweet treat or a vodka martini.
Jeanette loved the beach and truly enjoyed spending her winters in Punta Gorda, Florida with her husband, Walter J. “Jim” Brown, Jr or as she so lovingly called him, “Sam”. She also enjoyed pastimes such as reading and spending time with her family and friends. She loved to share a delicious meal, browse the stores for the softest clothing, and take in a beautiful view.
She is survived by her husband, Walter “Jim” James Brown Jr of 66 years, and their children, Vicki Pruitt (Robert), James Brown III, and Linda Crouse (Dean); her sister Dorothy Halverson (Don); her 9 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; and many more beloved family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her sister, Eleanor Perry and brother William “Billy” Perry, Jr., as well as her parents-in-law Mildred and Walter “Jay” Brown Sr.
A visitation will be held Saturday, October 25, 2025 beginning at 9:00 a.m. followed by services at 10:00 a.m. both held at McCrery and Harra Funeral Home: 3710 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE 19808. The interment will immediately follow at Gracelawn Memorial Park: 2220 N. DuPont Highway, New Castle, DE 19720.
In lieu of flowers, please donate money to Donate Life America or Plant a tree in her honor.
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