Anne Elizabeth Brown, 87, of Brimfield died November 20, 2012 at Robinson Memorial
Hospital following a short illness. She was born March 13, 1925, in New Milford, Ohio, the daughter of the late Gaetano and Rose (Scavariello) Esposito.
Preceding her in death was her husband of 44 years, Carl Douglas Brown, whom she married
June 19, 1948.
Anne enjoyed cooking, baking, sewing, quilting, knitting, reading and her church. Although
she was employed at many jobs over the years beginning with "Rosie the Riveter" during World
War II, she especially enjoyed her roles as wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
She is survived by three daughters, Carol (Thomas) Townley of Niles, Susan (Ralph) Rohner of
Akron, Denise (Leslie) Haney of Ravenna, and one son, Douglas Paul Brown of Brimfield; seven
grandchildren and four great grandchildren; brothers, Marion Esposito of Ravenna and Joseph
Esposito of Cambridge.
Also preceding her in death were four brothers, William, Albert, Carlos and Louis and one
Sister Theresa Mary Vaughn.
A mass of Christian burial will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, November 24, 2012 at St. Peter of the Fields Church with calling hours one prior to services. Burial will follow at St. Peter of the Fields Church Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Anne's memory to St. Peter of the Fields Church,
Rootstown, Ohio or the donor's favorite charity.
Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.sscfuneralhomes.com.
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Dear Denise & Leslie, I'm getting a card out to you, but I feel so bad that I didn't get to the calling hours. Linda told me, but I saw it too late. I remember how close you were to your mom, Denise -- I am sure your heart is broken. Your Mom really was a special person. Love, Julie Boyden
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