Margaret Jane Brawley
June 13, 1927 ~ February 12, 2011
Services:
A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, February 17, 2011 at 10:00 AM in Hollywood United Methodist Church, Hollywood, MD with Rev. Sheldon Reese officiating. Interment will follow in Trinity Memorial Gardens, Waldorf, MD.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, February 16, 2011 from 5:00 PM- 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD.
Margaret Jane “Maggie” Brawley, 83, of Mechanicsville, MD passed away peacefully with loved ones by her bedside on February 12, 2011, in St. Mary’s Hospital after a brief illness. Born June 13, 1927 in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Elmer and Dorothy “Momma Dot” Rosser Howerton. She was the loving wife of the late John C. Brawley, whom she married in Washington, DC on April 20, 1956, and whom preceded her in death on June 9, 1994. Mrs. Brawley was survived by her children; Kirk Fones (Mary) of Hollywood, MD, John Brawley (Mary) of Broken Arrow, OK, Nancy Ford (Dan) of California, MD and Dorothy Vallandingham (Danny) of Mechanicsville, MD as well as 12 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and 8 great-great grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Brawley was preceded in death by her son, Steven Fones and siblings; Bill Howerton, Eddie Howerton, and Bobbie Howerton. Mrs. Brawley graduated in 1945 from McKinley Technology High School, Washington, DC, before moving to St. Mary’s County in 1956. She worked for the International Association of Machanist (IAMAW) for eight years before her retirement in 1989. Mrs. Brawley was a member of the Hollywood United Methodist Church and Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department. She enjoyed volunteering, reading and gardening. Mrs. Brawley loved flowers. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, February 16, 2011 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, February 17, 2011 at 10:00 AM in Hollywood United Methodist Church, Hollywood, MD with Rev. Sheldon Reese officiating. Interment will follow in Trinity Memorial Gardens, Waldorf, MD. Pallbearers will be Steven Potts, Kyle Vallandingham, Jay Johnson, Daniel Vallandingham, Matthew Prinsen and Bobby Howerton. Contributions in memory of Mrs. Brawley can be made to the Hollywood United Methodist Church, 24422 Mervell Dean Road, Hollywood, MD. 20636.
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“Our prayer’s are with you and your family at this most sad time. Margaret is with Beatrice Desimone now. They will be our angels looking out for us all.”
“Jug, Nancy, Dot,Kirk and all other family and friends who loved her… I am so sorry for your loss. It was wonderful seeing Aunt Margaret and so many others of her age from St. Mary’s County at my mothers 80th birthday party in August – so many have passed on since, it’s hard to believe so many can go so fast from our lives. We loved her, you loved her and she loved us all right back – there was no doubt about it, was there! What a fun person she was to be around, she always laughed so easily and made a person feel so special. Wish I could be there with you today. You know I am in spirit and hold you here within my heart. I love you all. Patsy “
“Nancy, We are so sorry to hear of Margarets passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. “
“Grandma- I will miss you more than words can say. You were truly a wonderful woman. I will miss our phone chats and being able share my good and bad news with you. You will be an angel watching over all of us.”
“We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of such a very special lady. We all loved her very much. She was our “Grandma Margaret”, too. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Love to you all . . .”
“Sending my thoughts and prayers to the family! She was a great and loving person.”
“We were so disheartened to hear the news. Danny has many fond childhood memories of laughter and life in your home as you all were growing up. I will always remember her giving me the tour of her new digs at Dorothy Lee and Danny’s home. She was truly a classy lady and loving mother. Our condolences to Kirk, Nancy, Dorothy Lee,Jughead, and families.”
“I am so sorry to hear about Margaret. She was a great Friend, great Mother, & great Wife to Johnny. We considered her as part of our Family, & dearly loved her. ~ Lorraine & Family”
“To the Brawley Family: You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“Nancy,Kirk,Dorothy Lee & their Spouses. My deepest sympathy and I feel very sadden by Margaret’s passing. I have known Margaret & family since Jim & I moved here to St Mary’s county. She had been a comfort to me and Jim & Wade. I will always remember how welcoming she was to us. Let me know if you need anything that will help ease her passing. Betty Mayonado”
“To all the family our sincere condolences on your loss MS Brawley was very active and a very nice person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely Wayne and Joan “
“Kirk, Dorthy Lee, Nancy, Jug, husbands, wives, grand children, and great grandchildren, What a wonderful lady…always classy…always had a kind word and cared about everyone. Keep all those wonderful times in your hearts. We loved Margaret dearly…she will truly be missed by all. God Bless each and everyone of you. Your all in our prayers. Lots of love, hugs and kisses….”
“Kirk, Mary and family : Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. “
“Dorothy…My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I too have just lost my Mom. Mrs. Brawley was a great lady and loved by all. You are in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Rest in Peace sweet lady..I’ll always hold on to the laughs and sometimes the tears we shared…I will miss you at 12:30 on Fridays “
“Kirk, Mary & Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss. Life brings tears, smiles and memories. The tears dry, the smiles fade, but memories live on forever. “Our Deepest Sympathy.” Bobby & Jennifer “
“We want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with your family and we love you so much!!”
“Kirk,Jug,Nancy,Dorothy and family ~ We will miss Margaret, she was truely a wonderful person. Family gatherings won’t be quite the same. Our thoughts and prayers are with you….”
“Nancy & Dorothy, so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. She was a great lady and will be remembered by all who had the great priviledge of knowing her. You are in our prayers.”
“Dorothy & Danny We are very sorry to here about your familys loss you’ll will be our prayers Robbie and Teddy Newton”
“Kirk, Mary, Jug, Nancy & Dorothy and families- Margaret was a wonderful person. Dal and I have many great memories of times spent with Margaret & Johnny and family. Please let us know, if we can help you at this time. “
“Kirk, Dorothy & Nancy, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. I know you all loved her so. My entire family sends their condolences and love to you all. Linda (Fearns) Manekas “
“Nancy, I’m sorry to hear about your moms passing. I know how difficult it is to lose such a special person. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.”
“”To all of the Brawley-Fones Family- You have our deepest sympathy for the loss of your mom and grandmother. I have such wonderful memories of Mom Brawley at family gatherings and holiday parties that I will cherish and hold close to my heart forever. Keep up that Brawley & Fones Strength because you know she and Dad loved you all so much! I am sure Momma Dot will be glad to have her girl home. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. If you need anything please let me know.” “
“we were shocked to hear of Margaret’s passing as I talked not long ago to her on the phone. She was upbeat and seemed fine. She was my lovely neighbor for quite a few years. Then we started doing morning walks together and became good friends. We will miss her. She loved all of you so much. “
“Kirt, Mary & Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. It is so hard to lose someone you love so dearly. May God comfort you and give you peace.” “
“To the Family, I am sorry for your loss, If there is anything I can do, please let me know, what a beautiful lady, “
“I am so sorry to hear of your Grandmother’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.”
“I just want to offer my thoughts and prayers. It seems like yesterday I was at Johns funeral with Billy and I was so touched by the closeness of your family. I hope you can take some comfort in knowing she is back with her family and friends who have gone before her. I am so sorry for your loss.”
“You will all be in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time. God Bless!!!”
“Kirk, Mary & Dorothy, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers and thoughts.”
“My prayers and throught are with you. “
“To All The Brawley Family, Our thoughts and sympathy are with you. We greatly enjoyed your folks when they lived in our neighborhood. We also have enjoyed seeing your Mom around the area over the later years. She was a good friend and fine person.”
“So sorry to hear of Margaret passing, she was such a lady in everyway. Our prayers are with you.”
“I’m sorry I could not be there for the services, but we have been out of town for several weeks. What a lovely lady your mom was. I did some sewing for her and it was a pleasure. She was a true child of God and surely rests in peace. I will miss her. “
“Dorothy, Nancy and Kirk, I was saddened to hear about the loss of your mom. I was at Margie’s retirement and asked about Dorothy and they told me your mom had passed. Just remember she’ll always be in your heart. Wishing you many good memories – may they bring a smile to your face.”