Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Mary L Brown, passed away on Saturday, March 10, 2018 at her home in Yakima at the age of 80. Mary was born on July 1, 1937, to Herald and Shirley Hall in Portland, Oregon.
She graduated from Everett High School in 1955. Following graduation, she attended Saint Elizabeth School of Nursing, where she obtained her degree as a Registered Nurse. She furthered her education in Coronary Care and Electrocardiography attending both Seattle University and the University of Washington. She was chosen to be Washington State Representative on the National Cardiovascular Nursing Council. She also served on the State Nursing Education Committee. Mary worked at Central For those wishing to make a donation, they may make it to the Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Memorial Hospital as an Assistant Director of Nurses until she was forced to retire in 1974, due to her diagnosis with Multiple Sclerosis. She was proud when she was able to serve as a wife, mother, and professional.
While attending school, Mary met her future husband, Bill Brown. They married on May 29, 1959 in Everett, Washington. Together they had three children and made their home in Toppenish, Washington. Mary enjoyed being involved with her children’s activities and continued that passion with her grandchildren. Her sweet smile and kind heart will be greatly missed.
Mary is survived by her husband of 59 years, Bill Brown, daughter, Debbie Soliz of Yakima, son, Randy (Gail) Brown of Zillah and daughter, Tammy (Steve) Bangs of Toppenish. She is also survived by her twelve grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her father, Herald Hall, mother, Shirley Hall and brothers, Jim Hall and Sonny Hall.
Viewing will be held on Thursday, March 15 from 4:00-8:00 at Keith and Keith Funeral Home.
A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, March 16 at 1:00 at Terrace Heights Memorial Park followed by a Memorial Service at 2:00 at Meyer Auditorium located at Living Care Retirement Community. A small luncheon will follow at Living Care.
We would like to extend a very special thanks to April and Susie, caregivers from Hospice. Your love and care will never be forgotten!
To share a memory of Mary, please visit www.keithandkeith.com.
