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Diane Brown Obituary

Brown, Diane M. after a courageous battle with breast cancer, Diane chose to conclude her suffering at home in the loving care of her family. She passed into eternity on December 4th. Throughout her illness she offered support and comfort to her friends and family. Beloved daughter of Mary E. (nee Botica) and the late Gordon H. Brown. Proud mother of Mark Orlovetz, loved sister of David G. Brown, Janice (Richard) Danvir and Nancy (David) O'Malley, cherished aunt of Peter, Thomas, Mary and William O'Malley. Compassion International sponsor of Jacqueline in Guatemala, a little sister in Christ. Dedicated employee of Panduit Corp. Her love of animals fostered a menagerie of cats and numerous other household pets. Volunteer at the Hooved Haven Stables, the Center Children's Farm and the Animal Welfare League. Free spirited on stage performer with brother David's band Montgomery Street. Visitation was held on Friday, December 5th. Funeral Saturday, 9:15 a.m., from the Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 9000 W. 151st St., Orland Park, to Moraine Valley Church, 6300 W. 127th St., Palos Heights. Service 10 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation and the Humane Society of the United States. 708-857-7878 www.sheehyfh.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 6, 2008.

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Jessica Spruill

December 12, 2008

Those of us who knew Diane were blessed to have a friend with such a beautiful spirit. Despite her trying times in life she always wanted the people around her to be happy and laugh. She is greatly missed and the office is not the same without Di's sudden burst of joke's and laughter.

My sincere condolences go out to her family and her beloved angel. I have never seen a mother love their child more than Di loves Mark.

John MacMillan

December 11, 2008

Diane was a remarkable lady and will be missed dearly by many people. Those that were lucky enough to know her have many great memories to comfort us in this sad time.

Ian Gale

December 11, 2008

To Diane Brown's Family,

I am saddened to hear of Diane’s passing.

As a work colleague we only met once in person.

We have had many email and occassional phone calls where the subject drifted off into aspects of life.

I was well aware of her situation thru Donna Roehl and inspired by her attitude to her work, despite the dreams of a quiet country life.

The Panduit International community will miss her presence on the end of a computer link. There was no self misery and we are thankful that the suffering was short.

There is never a good time to go, but I trust that she was packed and ready.

My sincere condolences to the family and her friends.

M. Jones

December 6, 2008

My heart goes out to you at this time. I am truly sorry for your loss. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Reading Psalms 121 is a very comforting scriptural passage. There you will find assurance of God’s support as well. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

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