Mary Ophelia Browning

1932 - 2015

Mary Ophelia Browning obituary, 1932-2015

BORN

1932

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

Community Memorial Funeral Home

1443 North 2nd Street

Abilene, Texas

Mary Browning Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 20, 2015.

Mary Ophelia Murphy Browning, 82, of Tuscola passed away on Monday, January 19, 2015. The family will receive friends at a visitation on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 from 6 to 8pm at Elliott-Hamil Funeral Home 542 Hickory Street. Funeral services will be Thursday, January 22, 2015 at 10am at Elliott-Hamil Funeral Home Chapel of Memories with burial following in Rose Hill Cemetery, Merkel, TX.

Mary was a good, sweet, and kind mother. She always supported her children and grandchildren with school activities. Mary was a member of Ovalo Baptist Church.

Preceding her in death were her husband, Billy Ray Browning; her parents; and four brothers. She is survived by her daughter, Kay Brock of Tuscola; sons, Ray Browning of Keller, TX, and Allen Browning and wife, Teresa of Abilene; brother, Pat Murphy of Madill, OK; sisters-in-law (who was more like a sister) Faye Murphy, and Mildred Holmes of AR; thank you for being there for Mom. It meant so much to her and our family. Mary is also survived by six grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Special thanks to Dr. Longley, Dr. Hazelip, the staff of Windcrest Healthcare Center, and her caregiver, Pat Cornwell.

You may view and sign the guestbook at www.communitymemorialfh.com

Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles, they shall run and not be weary, and they shall walk and not faint.

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January 23, 2015

Roy and Judy McEwen

Allen we were sorry to hear about your mom. May God bless and keep you and your family.

January 23, 2015

Dick/Karen Godbout

Kay, we are so sorry to learn of the passing of your Mom. But we know, she has joined your Dad and both are very happy to be together again. They were two very special people both of whom our Seniors group has greatly missed. May God's love and blessings be with you.

January 22, 2015

KAY, I LOVE YOU, GIRL, AND I CELEBRATE YOUR MOM'S LIFE.........YOUR MOM AND DAD WERE TWO OF THE FIRST FOLKS THAT WE KNEW IN TUSCOLA. WE GOT MARRIED IN JANUARY 1975 AND THAT YEAR WAS OUR FIRST TIME TO SHARE IN THE FALL FELLOWSHIP AT YOUR MOM AND DAD'S PLACE........ALL THE COMMUNITY COMING TOGETHER TO VISIT AND LOVE ON EACH OTHER. JUST WONDERFUL MEMORIES ! I STILL USE A HOT DISH CARRIER THAT MARY MADE FOR ME, SHE EVEN SEWED 'GS' ON THE SPOON HOLDER. THE LITTLE THINGS THAT SHE DID TO MAKE LIFE SWEET. HEAVEN IS HAVING THE FELLOWSHIP AND GATHERING TODAY. THANKS FOR LOVING YOUR MOM 'SO GOOD'. I AM PRAYING FOR YOU AND ALLEN AND RAY........AND ALL THE FAMILY AS YOUR HEARTS ARE SAD AND HURTING. GOD BLESS............GAIL SHEA

January 21, 2015

Johnny & Kitty Harris

RIP Aunt Mary. Thanks for so many memories we have of being with you growing up. You were always there for us. Until we meet again have a good time.

January 21, 2015

Lou Ann Brown

Kay, so sorry to hear about the loss of your dear sweet Mother. She was a wonderful, caring lady. I'll be keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Love,
Lou Ann Brown

January 21, 2015

Rita Roberson

So sorry for the loss of your Mother.She was a very sweet lady.I always enjoyed visting with your Mom and Dad.

January 21, 2015

Marjohn Riney

Precious Kay -- I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. May you find comfort in knowing Heaven has gained a dear, dear angel. You are in my prayers, my friend.

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