She was born March 17, 1950, in Elkhart to Clayton L. and Thelma (Brown) Miller.

She is survived by one son, Jason Brown of Goshen; four grandchildren; one brother, Gregory Miller of Cassopolis, Mich.; two sisters, Sally (Lonnie) Sackman of Sebring, Fla., and Patricia (Michael) Raab of Cassopolis; and her life partner, Stephen Papandrea of Elkhart.

She was preceded in death by one daughter, Stacey Brown; and one grandson, Adam Brown.

Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St. The funeral service will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Mark Kloess of Lutheran Church of the Redeemer officiating. Cremation will follow.

Ms. Brown retired from Bristol Laminating, where she worked for 35 years. She enjoyed boating, fishing and spending time with her grandchildren.

Memorials may be given to Faith Mission or The Salvation Army. Visit www.billingsfuneralhome.com to send online condolences