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Mildred L. Smith Browning

Funeral Services for Mildred L. Smith Browning, of Brookhaven,

will be held Thursday, March 7, 2019 at 2:00 pm at Riverwood Family Funeral Service.
Visitation to be held Wednesday, March 6, 2019 from 5:00-8:00 pm at Riverwood.

Burial at Sylvarena Baptist Church Cemetery in Wesson, Mississippi.

Rev. Glen Mullins, Rev. Anthony Yarborough and Rev. Thad Owens will officiate services.

On Monday, March 4, 2019, surrounded by those she loved most,

Mildred Browning peacefully slip away to her heavenly home. She was 83.

Born on March 23, 1935, to John W. and Luty Jane Lupo Smith,

she grew up in the town of Wesson, Mississippi. She was a member of Pearlhaven Baptist Church in Brookhaven.

Mildred, known to most as Mama or Nanny, loved with her whole heart.

There was nothing she enjoyed more than spending time with her family and friends.

She worked at Dude’s Hot Biscuits for 38 years, right up until the day before she became ill.

Her customers became friends. Her friends were her family.

 

Preceding her in death are her parents; brothers, Lee, Edd, Richard, Vernon and John W. Smith;

her sisters, Gladys and Alma Smith and Eva Sanders.

Those left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Kathy Dunn and husband, Les;

Belinda “Dinki” Davis and husband, Jimmy; and Angie Hux and husband, Donald.

Her grandchildren, who were her whole heart, Samantha Mahloch and husband, David,

Jamie Davis and wife, Courtney, Bradley Smith, Allison Smith and Caleb Smith;

great-granddaughters, Cassidy Belle Davis and Clara Ruth Davis.

She is also survived by her best friend and sister-in-law, Charlene Smith; special family members,

niece, Linda Thompson; great niece, Lesa Dooley and husband, Jason and their daughters, Alyssa and Ann-Kaitlyn;

and niece, Rena Rippy.

 

Pallbearers are Jason Dooley, Randy Pickett, Donnie Nevels, James Schilling, Doyle Rushing and Charles Greenlee.

Honorary Pallbearers are her grandsons.

 

In lieu of flowers, donations in her honor can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

 

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11 comments

  • Comment Link Daniel Britt Thursday, 21 November 2019 10:33 posted by Daniel Britt

    So sorry for the loss of Mrs Mildred. She was a very sweet woman. I miss going to my grandmother’s house and seeing Mrs Mildred. Praying for her family.

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  • Comment Link Carey  Leeanna  Rebecca  Matthew Nevels Wednesday, 06 March 2019 10:48 posted by Carey Leeanna Rebecca Matthew Nevels

    When I think of someone special l think of her!! Beautiful & sweet soul! When someone so great passes away it doesn’t feel the same anymore! She will be missed..

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  • Comment Link Misti Lupo Thornhill Edmondson Wednesday, 06 March 2019 08:24 posted by Misti Lupo Thornhill Edmondson

    Such a sweet lady! Truly one of the most precious of this earth is now Heaven's gain! You will forever remain in our hearts and memories of Brookhaven and Dude's! Praying for the peace and comfort found only in God and praise for the sweet rest Mrs. Mildred is experiencing now.

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  • Comment Link Rhonda Lupo Irwin Tuesday, 05 March 2019 21:15 posted by Rhonda Lupo Irwin

    Many Prayers for you all! Mrs Mildred was a very special lady! I think it was more about seeing her than getting a biscuit that was so good!

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  • Comment Link Amy Case Tuesday, 05 March 2019 18:20 posted by Amy Case

    We were so saddened to hear the news of Ms. Mildred’s passing. Jason spoke so highly of her, and just the few times I’ve spent around her showed me why. She was truly a precious lady! I can’t imagine your sorry right now. Please know we are praying for your comfort and peace!
    Love,
    Amy Case

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  • Comment Link Ricky L McGuffie Tuesday, 05 March 2019 17:28 posted by Ricky L McGuffie

    MaMa was always a blessing to me each time I saw her ,
    Her smile and sincere concern when she asked how things were.
    God Bless each of you,
    Rest in knowing MaMa is healed
    And having a glorious time in
    Heaven.
    We all have a special Angel now .

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  • Comment Link Shannon Morsi Tuesday, 05 March 2019 15:57 posted by Shannon Morsi

    Angie and family,
    I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your sweet mother know that you all are in always my thoughts and prayers.
    Love you,
    Shan

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  • Comment Link LaTonya Tucker Tuesday, 05 March 2019 14:54 posted by LaTonya Tucker

    My sincere condolences and prayers for you and your family. This is a very difficult time for the family. Mama was a sweet and lovable woman. May Mama Rest In Peace. You’ve gain your Heavenly Wings now so we do rejoice in knowing that you are with King Jesus. Family I encourage you’ll to continue to lift your eyes unto the Hills for which cometh your help. I pray that God strengthen, comfort and bless each one of you’ll.

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  • Comment Link TINA PENNINGTON Tuesday, 05 March 2019 12:49 posted by TINA PENNINGTON

    SHE WILL BE MISSED MORE THAN IMAGINEABLE. SHE WAS ONE OF THE STRONGEST WOMEN I HAD EVER KNOWN AND LOVED. PRAYERS FOR THE FAMILY. LOVE TO ALL OF YOU, TINA PENNINGTON

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  • Comment Link TINA PENNINGTON Tuesday, 05 March 2019 12:47 posted by TINA PENNINGTON

    SHE WILL BE MISSED MORE THAN IMAGINEABLE. SHE WAS ONE OF THE STRONGEST WOMEN I HAD EVER KNOWN AND LOVED. PRAYERS FOR THE FAMILY. LOVE TO ALL OF YOU, TINA PENNINGTON

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  • Comment Link Rebecca (Bekki) Henry Tuesday, 05 March 2019 11:20 posted by Rebecca (Bekki) Henry

    Such a beautiful Soul!! She will be truly missed!! We love y'all!! I hope u truly know how much this lady meant to me and if there's anything i can do, please don't hesitate to ask!!

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