Peacefully, surrounded by loving family on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Trillium Villa, Gloria “Ma” Donna Jean Brown passed away at the age of 80.
Loving mother of Gary (Jeannette) Wicks and Jeffery (Stephanie) Wicks.
Affectionately known as “Grandma Ice Cream” to Christopher, Bradley, Aaron, Jeffrey Wicks, and Valerie Lynn “Vallie” (Adam).
Treasured great-grandmother of Robyn Rose and Reece.
Predeceased by her spouse Robert Brown, parents Roy and Clara Harold, brothers Jack and Roy Bob, and sister Maggie.
Ma loved her two sons deeply and referred to them as her “sunshine.”
She was well known in Sarnia for serving up ice cream for many years and enjoyed time at Jackpot City and playing Bingo.
A true cat lover, she adored her two feline companions, Savanna and Destiny.
Cremation has taken place. Family and friends will be received at Smith Funeral Home, 1576 London Line, Sarnia,
on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Please feel free to dress casually—just as Ma would have wanted.
Sympathy may be expressed through donations to a charity of your choice (cheques only at the funeral home please).
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Smith Funeral Home.
