Nancy Ann Brown, our beloved "Maimee," passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her family, on September 11, 2024. She was born on May 20, 1946 in Oklahoma City, OK to her loving parents, Perrin and Gladys (Hawkins) Petty.

At NW Classen, a shy band boy, Bennie Brown, finally captured the heart of this orchestra queen and they remained in love for 57 years after their marriage in 1967. Nancy adored Bennie and Bennie remained at her side with unwavering loyalty and tender care until the end.

Nancy completed her education with a master's degree and began her much-loved career as an Early Childhood educator, retiring from Windsor Hills Elementary after 30 years of teaching. She poured her life into her students and classroom. Nancy mentored many teachers, whom to this day, credit her with their knowledge and success in their own classrooms. Her commitment to education is a legacy she instilled in her family, nurturing a love of books and learning in her children and grandchildren.

Nancy's steadfast faith was the cornerstone of her life and each morning she awoke to study God's Word. His promises to her brought her peace and joy in difficult times. She deepened her knowledge of the scriptures through many years of Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) where she made many dear friends.

Nancy was a longtime member of Northwest Baptist Church where she taught children's Sunday School, ministered to the homebound, played handbells and sang in the choir. Church music was a highlight of her life.

There was no place Nancy would rather be than with Bennie or her family. Her home was always inviting, decorated for each season. She set a beautiful table and loved being in the kitchen working on her pies. Her sister and family always knew a fresh pound cake would be waiting for them, as well as Indian tacos, a fun dinner tradition. Nancy was an excellent seamstress and did impeccable embroidery and quilting.

Nancy is survived by her husband, Bennie; children, Amy and Phillip; her adoring granddaughters, Sophia, Anna, Camilla, Jasmine and Jailyn; sister, Donna Horton; nephews and nieces, Graham Horton and wife Lindsay, Holly Thompson and husband Philip, Lucy Horton and Cole Horton; aunt, Maxine Wood; many extended family members; and friends too numerous to count.

She was welcomed into heaven by her parents; her aunt, June Selby; brother-in-law, Doug Horton; and her cherished in-laws, Ed and Christine Brown. She is now reunited with her sweet baby grandson, Caleb; and all those she loved and missed.

A time of visitation at Mercer-Adams Funeral Service will be from 1:00-8:00pm on Sunday, September 15 with the family present to greet friends from 4:00-6:00pm. A celebration of Nancy's life will be held at 10:00am, Monday, September 16 at Resurrection Memorial Chapel (at the east end of the cemetery).

Our family will be forever grateful for Sophia's diligent and enduring care, alongside Bennie, which allowed Maimee to stay in her home.

Nancy's presence will be deeply missed, but her spirit, her love and her devotion to Jesus will remain with us always. She is finally free and we take great comfort in knowing she is at peace and rejoicing in Heaven.