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Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

Obituary: Brown, Ina Mae

Age 95

BROWN, Ina Mae (Age 95) Passed away July 26, 2015.

She was born August 31, 1919 in Ulm, Montana to Paul and Elsie (Flowers) Standley.

She was born and raised on a farm in Montana.

She had nine siblings, all who preceded her in death.

She married Arthur Brown September 28, 1940.

She was the matriarch of a large loving family and her home was always the center of activity.

Many family holidays and birthdays where celebrated in her home.

She was a talented seamstress and quilter.

Quilting was a way she showed love to family and friends.

Her gifted quilts will be treasured by all who received them.

Ina was an avid bingo player and many of her grandchildren had the joy of accompanying her to bingo.

She loved babysitting her grandchildren and her home was a favorite place for sleepovers.

Every person that walked through her door could feel the love and kindness she graciously extended.

She is survived by daughters Elsie Morey, Linda Carter, Sandra Sponcler and Connie Jones; 13 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Arthur G. Brown on April 1, 1991 and a son George A.

“Skip” Brown on June 14, 1969.

A private family graveside service was held at Greenwood Memorial Terrace.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Spokane, Hospice House North, P.O.

Box 2215, Spokane 99210.