Erma Fay Brown, 92, passed away October 19, 2016 in Billings, Montana.
Erma was born in Glasgow, Montana, December 24, 1923, to Vernor and Marie (Bjontegaard) Hartley. She graduated from Hinsdale High School in May, 1942. On July 25, 1942, she married Harold M Brown in the First United Methodist Church, the Rev Bennet officiating.
Erma was active in the Methodist Church in Hinsdale and the Community Church of Ft. Peck. She enjoyed crocheting, knitting, and sewing. She loved attending the kid’s sporting events and band concerts.
She is preceded in death by her parents and siblings Zelda Garr, and Harlan Hartley and two sons, Sgt. Robert R Brown (KIA Vietnam) Dec 1, 1970 and Calvin F. Brown of Havre, Mt (April 8, 2008).
She is survived by her husband, Harold Brown of Billings; sons, Harold D. “Buck” and Bonnie of Billings; and Vernon of Fort Peck and one sister Mrs. Velma Reber of Helena, Mt. and 7 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held 10:00 a.m., Friday, October 28, 2016 at the First United Methodist Church in Glasgow, Montana with Pastor Howard Pippin officiating. Inurnment will take place at Hillview Cemetery in Hinsdale, Montana, at 12:00PM. A reception and Celebration of Life will follow at the American Legion Post 45 in Hinsdale, where she was a proud member for 70 years and a Gold Star mother. Donations in lieu of flowers may be sent to this charitable organization.