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Lavinia Brown Obituary

Brown, Lavinia "Vene"

Lavinia "Vene" Brown

(nee Scroggie)

Lansing, Illinois

(October 4, 1932-March 16, 2021)

Lavinia "Vene" Brown, age 88 of Lansing, Illinois, passed away peacefully Tuesday, March 16, 2021. She is survived by many family members who live in Northern Ireland, England, Australia, Ontario Canada and many close and dear friends in the United States. Lavinia was preceded in death by her beloved husband Thomas Brown and loving parents Fred and Alice May (nee Britton) Scroggie. Funeral services for Lavinia will be held Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at 12 Noon at the Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home, 3227 Ridge Road, Lansing, Illinois. Friends may visit with the family from 11:00 AM until time of service. Vene will be laid to rest at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens, Schererville, Indiana. Do to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are asking visitors to please wear masks while in the building and to please follow the six feet social distancing protocol. Lavinia was a long time member of Lansing Gospel Chapel, Lansing, IL. Lavinia worked at Inland Steel working as an Executive Secretary for 33 years in their offices located in Chicago, IL. Lavinia was well respected by her colleagues, she worked with and the clients that she served. Her attention to detail and her organization skills were second to none. If you needed something done, Lavinia was the one to go to. She always went above and beyond in whatever she did. She prided herself on completing the task on time and doing it right. After retirement in 1991, she was secretary to the president of that company. Lavinia was loved by many and she will be truly missed. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Lavinia's name to your favorite animal society.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 21, 2021.

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Sally Meekin

March 15, 2025

Another year has gone by since Aunt Vene´s passing . She is always remembered by her nieces and nephew and the family of her late nephew Tom Meekin .
Her bright smile and pleasant character will never be forgotten by her loved ones in Northern Ireland . We always looked forward to her weekly long chats with Tom on the telephone (and after his death with Sally ), were "great craic" with lots of laughter .
We always exchanged St Patrick´s Day cards at this time ,every year .
Vene loved her Irish roots and never forgot them .
Loved and remembered . Sally Meekin .Islandmagee , Northern Ireland .
In Thy Presence is fullness of Joy ......Psalm 16 verse 11.

Storm Deputy

March 16, 2024

Still think of Lavinia often and miss sharing stories of animal rescue. She was so kind and shared her wise advice on dealing with aging. We met through our compassion for animals and I´m sure we´ll meet again at the Rainbow Bridge.

Storm from Pets Without Parents

Sally Meekin and family .

March 15, 2024

Always remembered with love by her family in Ireland .
Someone like Lavinia (auntie Vene) is never forgotten .
She was a sweet person and very kind.
Vene is thought of daily and missed by Sally and all Vene´s nieces and nephew
`But God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever,` Psalm 73:26 .

Sally Meekin

March 16, 2023

Cherished memories of a beautiful lady, Lavinia Brown today and every day .
Loving and much loved aunt to her late nephew Tom Meekin ,wife Sally and their daughters Sarah, Jane and Anne and their families .
Always remembered with affection.
Psalm 16 v 11...´ Thou wilt shew them the path of life ,in Thy presence is fullness of joy .´

Storm from Pets Without Parents

January 7, 2023

I did not know Lavinia well, but we were brought together years ago by a mutual animal lover. Every year we traded Christmas cards in which we related animal stories. We were just two old ladies who loved animals and shared common health issues. I didn´t receive a card last year and again this year and missed our annual connection so went looking for a way to contact her to see if she was OK. Sadly I found this obituary instead. I´m deeply saddened at the loss of a wonderful and beautiful friend.

Sally Meekin

March 18, 2022

We are remembering dear Aunt Vene so much this week on the first anniversary of her passing . Very happy and cherished memories of an aunt who was not only beautiful physically but had a beautiful and loving character . Always remembered with love. "In Thy Presence is fullness of joy".

Sally Meekin

June 4, 2021

As the wife of Vene´s much loved nephew Tom ,(who passed away a few years before her) ,we as a family were so very saddened to hear of her passing .
She was a beautiful person both in looks and character and her loss will be much felt by friends and family in USA and Ireland .
I will miss our regular phone chats and will remember her always with great affection . She had a great love of life and was also known for her love and protection of animals .
Now reunited with her loved ones in heaven .
"In His Presence is fullness of joy ", Psalm 16 .

Mary Rose Alexander

March 24, 2021

Vinnie was such a beautiful lady, in every way. I always looked forward to seeing her when I visited the Lansing Gospel Chapel with my husband Paul's family. God speed Vinnie! I know you are now in the loving arms of our Lord and Savior!

Yvette

March 24, 2021

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Elisa Terrazas. Lisa.

March 22, 2021

I was Vine´ hairstylist and friend for many years. She was a joy to my day!! I already miss her so much!!

Denise Benavidez

March 22, 2021

Lavina was the sweetest, kindest women I have had the pleasure of knowing. She was a patient of ours, and such a bright soul. The world will be truly miss her kindness and laughter. May she rest in peace.

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