A Celebration of Life will be held for her on Saturday, November 7, 2026 from 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm at Calvary Heritage Baptist Church, 1703 W Worley Street, Columbia, MO.
Verle was born on August 31, 1934 in Ann, MO, the daughter of Charles and Blanche Tapp who preceded her in death. She was married to James G Brown, Sr on December 20, 1952 in Hardy, AR and he preceded her in death. Verle retired in 1995 from 3M.
Verle loved all of her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and her family was very important to her. She touched many lives and was a blessing to all who knew her. In her later years, she found a passion for writing and loved her writing class. She loved creating stories about Wilbur and Mabel.
Survivors include: three living children, Charles Brown (Sheila), Beverly Siercks (Steve) and Timothy Brown (Lisa). She was preceded in death by her oldest son James G Brown Jr. She was also survived by 12 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Calvary Heritage Baptist Church, 1703 W Worley St., Columbia, MO 65202.
