Obituaries
Martha Susan Brown
September 1, 1947 - November 26, 2020
- No visitation
- Funeral
- Celebration of her life will be held later next year
Martha Susan Brown, 73, of St. Charles, died November 26, 2020 at Delnor Hospital Geneva.
She was born September 1, 1947 in St Charles. The daughter of the late Robert and Dolores Bell, Sue had been a resident of the area all her life, attending St. Patrick Catholic School and Mount St. Mary’s. She later went on to the University of Illinois graduating with a Bachelors Degree in English Literature. She loved the U of I and enjoyed going to the football games as an alumni.
Sue was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend with an excellent sense of humor and a smile that could light up the room. Known as “Grandma Cha-Cha”, she was often found entertaining her husband, children, and grandchildren, laughing and joking with her sisters, or enjoying the companionship of her cocker spaniels throughout the years. Trips to Ireland and her cabin in the Northwoods of Wisconsin were her favorite destinations away from home.
She is survived by her husband Bruce of 48 years. Two children, Matt (Kara) Brown and Elizabeth (Jeff) Countryman. Four grandchildren, Bethany and John Brown, Cora and Molly Countryman. Also, her sister, Maggie (Tom) Ogden. And a brother, Pat (Nancy) Bell. She is and will be missed dearly.
She was preceded in death by her parents Robert and Dolores Bell and her sister, Molly Bordenave.
There is no visitation or funeral at this time. The family will have a celebration of her life later next year.
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Cathy Mehren Andrew from Knoxville, TN
"My love and hugs to Bruce, Matt & Betsy & your families; big hugs to Maggie & Pat. Certainly, a crowded room of loved ones awaited your arrival, Sue, welcoming you to eternal rest. I love you and I’ll miss you greatly, but know we will be together again. ‘The show’s not over yet, Folks!’"
Mary chiappetta from St Charles , IL
"So sorry! Have life long memories of walking to St Pat’s with Susie Bell. The sleep overs and play in her room with our Ginny dolls. Her laugh was infectious! Miss you!"
Pat Krahenbuhl williams from Iowa city, IA
"I am so sorry to learn of Susie’s death. She and I went to Saint Patricks together and mount St. Mary’s Academy. Susie was kind and fun to be with. I’ll never forget her laugh and smile. My condolences to her entire family."
Pat Krahenbuhl Williams from Iowa City, IA
"I am so sorry that Sue has left this world. I have known her through Saint Pats days and Mount St. Mary’s high school. I didn’t really connect with her again until our 50th high school class reunion. We found we hadn’t really changed that much and we enjoyed sharing stories of our life since high school. My condolences to her entire family. She was a very special person, and I will miss her."
Rand Zimmerman from Denver, CO
"So sorry to hear of your loss. Sending well wishes your way."
Maggie Brizzolara from St. Charles , IL
"So sorry to hear about Martha. She was definitely a ray of sunshine. I knew her from St. Pat's and The Mount. She always had a smile on her face."
JoyNelson from Geneva , AK
"Thinking of all the wonderful family party’s we had with Bruce and Sue. Many good times and belly laughs as we talked about our families crazy antics. Sue always listened and laughed along with us. We will miss her. JoyNelson"
Kathy Mertes from Geneva, IL
"I’m very sorry to hear about Martha, my prayers are her and her family"
Marlene & Kirk Fisher from St Charles , IL
"We send our Sympathies to Pat and the family at this Sad time. God Bless Martha!"