of Milan, TN
January 21, 1932 - August 12, 2019
Dorothy Jean Browning passed away in Milan, Tennessee on Monday, August 12, 2019 at the age of 87. Dorothy was born January 21, 1932 in Grenada, Mississippi to parents Carl and Gladys Stoddard. She moved to Arkansas at a very young age where she went to and graduated from Hughes High School. The family later moved to West Memphis in 1950. After graduating high school Dorothy worked in bookkeeping for Shainberg's Department Store in Memphis. She later married John W. Browning Sr. and had three children. Dorothy went on to work for the City of West Memphis and Synergy Gas until her retirement in 1998.
Dorothy leaves behind her three children; John Browning of Collierville, Tennessee, Jeff Browning of Piperton, Tennessee and Lisa Browning of Boliver, Tennessee. She also leaves her sister, Carlene Butler. Dorothy will be deeply missed by seven grandchildren; Alicia Bobo, Natalie Bailey, Lauren Browning, Ryan Browning, Beau Browning, Christopher Browning and Brooke Herring as well as twelve great-grandchildren along with her nephew Butch Butler and nieces Kelly Langlois and Carla Willard. Dorothy is preceded in death by her parents. Visitation and Service will both take place on Friday, August 16, 2019 at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis. Visitation will begin at 10:30AM and Service at 11:30AM. Burial will take place after at Crittenden Memorial Park in Marion.
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6 Condolence(s)
Lisa Browning
Saturday, August 17, 2019
Thank you all for the prayers and the kind words. We three were BLESSED BEYOND MEASURE To have such a Godly, sweet, loving attentive mother. Many children grow up in homes without God, security, peace or happiness. But we could always lay our heads down at night in peace, love and security. Mama made everyday, every holiday, every activity, everything we ever did more achievable and happy. I became more aware and thankful as I worked with so many less fortunate adults who had grown up without these things as children in their homes. I'm SO THANKFUL THAT GOD GAVE US SUCH AN ANGEL TO RAISE AND LOVE US. She is in Heaven with Jesus and other dearly loved ones who went before her and will be there for us with open arms.She can see, think properly and with no emotional or physical pain, and with God,love, security, peace and happiness, all of the things she raised us with. I can't wait to see you again Mama. I love you, sweet angel!
Kristi Weis Lester
Thursday, August 15, 2019
Dorothy worked many, many years with my dad, Don Weis, at Synergy Gas. She was an extremely nice person and loved to talk with my brother, sisters, and me whenever we called my dad at work. She was always so cheerful and pleasant. My prayers are with all of you.
Livy Mattingly
Wednesday, August 14, 2019
Dear Jeff, Lisa and John
Though our paths haven’t crossed since our younger years I remember those years fondly. I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. I will forever remember her as an especially loving and gracious lady who always treated me with amazing kindness. My prayers for you as you begin this journey of mourning your dear precious Mother.
Sherry & Allen Fincher
Wednesday, August 14, 2019
So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Sending our deepest condolences..
Wanda Cooper
Tuesday, August 13, 2019
My Sweet Family,
He heals the broken in heart and binds up their wounds.
Ps 147:3
We have such sweet memories of when we all were kids.
Remember and hold tight to those good times. Mother loved Aunt Dorothy like a sister and now they both have healthy minds, healthy bodies and youthful spirits. Dorothy Jean and Jenny Ruth together again. We love you guys and will keep you in our prayers!!!
Wanda, Jackie, Hank, and Debbie
Teresa McCain
Tuesday, August 13, 2019
Jeff,
We’re so sorry to learn of your loss. Your mother was such a lovely lady who made us feel so welcome to the West Memphis community. We’ll never forget her kindness or your being such a nice young man. God bless you during this time and in the days to come.
Teresa and Larry