Mildred Browning's Obituary
Decatur- Mildred Browning, 76, of Decatur, passed away Tuesday, May 24, 2016 in St. Mary’s Hospital.
Mildred was born on July 8, 1939 in Merigold, MS, the daughter of Hosie and Nellie (Woods) Williams. Mildred enjoyed cooking, going to rummage sales, and most of all, spending time with her family. Mildred and Robert Browing were united in marriage on January 25, 1957 in Decatur, IL. He preceded her in death, and they were married for over forty years.
Cherishing her memories are sons, James E. (Theresa) Browning of Decatur, IL, Larry E.(Doris) Browning of Munster, Germany, Phillip R. (Ronda) Jelks-Browning of Wichita Falls, TX; daughter, Shirley A. Ervin-Browning of Decatur, IL; grandchildren, Rashan Browning, Cedrick Browning, Matthew Browning, Edgar Browning, Daniel Browning, Stephanie Browning, Leslie Lewis, Tyneria Thompson, Tyre Jelks-Browning, Jada Jelks-Browning, Deandre Browning, James Browning Jr. Johanna Browing, and twenty-six great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and daughter, Jeanette M. Browning.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at St. Mary’s Hospital for all of the compassionate care they provided to Mildred.
Services to celebrate Mildred’s life will be held at 10am Friday, May 27, 2016 in Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to the American Diabetes Association. Burial will conclude in Greenwood Cemetery.
Condolences and memories may be shared www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
The family of Mildred Browning has entrusted the care of their loved one to Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL.
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