It is with profound sadness that the family of Lynne Brown, shares the news of her passing on Saturday, August 12, 2023. Lynne passed away peacefully surrounded by her family.

Lynne was born on October 29, 1943, to Annie Isobel (nee Parton) Bruder and Robert Martin Bruder of Westlock, AB. She was born the first of 6 strong women. Lynne was a steadfast independent woman right until her passing. On her last day she drove to her treasured farm, picked copious amounts of vegetables she grew and then shared them with those she loved. Her generosity to share from her and daughter Terri’s gigantic garden knew no bounds. She shared her knowledge, her opinions, and wit unconditionally with any and all who sought it. There was never any doubt where you stood with Grandma Lynne! She loved to share all her talents whether it be gardening, weaving, history, and remarkable knowledge of facts and information, including most of the birthdays of every and anyone she encountered and taught. Lynne was a voracious reader. There was always a book in her purse, truck side pocket, console, bedside, chair side, farm porch etc. etc.

Lynne was a devoted educator for 60+ years. She formally taught for 34 years with County of Grande Prairie/Peace Wapiti School division in Hythe and Beaverlodge, AB. Individuals she taught can attest to her no nonsense, pragmatic, and practical approach. After her formal teaching, Lynne continued to share her knowledge through weaving sessions for adults and children and information sessions at the Beaverlodge Museum. She unconditionally shared her knowledge with anyone and everyone who ever asked her (sometimes whether wanted or not!). Lynne always met her students where they were with openness and patience. Once students earned her respect, she never gave up helping individuals achieve and succeed.

Lynne was a stoic yet intensely caring soul, a fierce mother, and grandmother - her family’s rock. Her family was everything to her. She rarely missed a sporting event of one of her 8 grandsons, a trip with someone to the farm, a lunch with a son or grandsons at the farmer’s market, or a wonderful trip where one of us would take her. When one of us called, she would be there! In the last years of life, she was a constant help daily at her son’s business. She could be counted on to do virtually anything; custom wash, bookkeeping, envelopes, hose out the bays, train new drivers, and she didn’t hesitate to crack the whip where needed! She treasured the steadfast loyalty of her close friends and family.

She is survived by her three children: son Robert Murray Brown (Hermina Lieverse Brown), their sons: Travis Robert Brown (Paige) and Darby John Brown; daughter Terri Lynne Brown (Richard Lappenbush), and their sons: Rhett Dailyn Lappenbush (Stacey), Payton Richard Lappenbush, Lee Edward Lappenbush, and Terris Arthur Lappenbush (Alyssa); and daughter Cheryl Anne Brown (Mark Klemp), and their sons: Murray Louis Venance and Owen Brian Venance; as well as sisters Shirley Denkhaus (Bob), Julie Millar (Charlie), and Joan Latimer (Wes).

Lynne was predeceased by her parents Isobel and Bob Bruder; husband Murray Leonard Brown; as well as sisters Barbara Wiese and Joyce Walkingshaw.

The family would like to thank Dr. Miller and Dr. Van for Mom’s health care over her life. In addition, we want to thank her close friend Tanyss Tews who was always there for tea and a chat (as well as her family for their friendship and tremendous support at Mom’s passing). A special thank you to those who helped out with Mom’s garden, fed us, called us and sent us messages - you kept us all going at this trying time; Grandma Lynne will be missed immeasurably.

A Celebration of her Life will be announced at a later date. She will be laid to rest privately with her family at the farm near Elmworth where she spent the best and last of her days in her garden.

If individuals desire, memorial donations may be made in her memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada (Suite 100-119 14th St. NW Calgary, T2N 1Z6, www.heartandstroke.ca), or Beaverlodge Cultural Center (Box 569 Beaverlodge AB T0H 0C0), or Beaverlodge Centennial Museum (Box 569 Beaverlodge AB T0H 0C0), or a charity of one’s choice.

If you need a moment to reflect, here is a very appropriate song to celebrate her memory https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YCnpACM6dgA