Wanda Brown

August 04, 1937 — November 02, 2024

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Wanda May Brown, 87, passed away November 2, 2024.

She was born August 4, 1937 in Coon Rapids, Iowa to George and Iola Nielson. Wanda worked at Deluxe Check Printers as a proof reader for many years before she retired. After retirement, Dwight and Wanda started a clothing company called “Country Square Duds” and sold the clothing at many square-dancing events. They also enjoyed camping, traveling, and square dancing together.

Wanda is survived by her children, Greg (Michelle) Brown and Brad (Carmen) Brown; grandchildren, Brandi Brown, Shannon Brown, Angela Mortensen, Charisse Karpan, and Michael Brown; seven great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren; special friend, Cindy Denning; and Furry companion, Yogi.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 61 years, Dwight Brown; parents, George and Iola Nielson; three brothers; and a sister.

Family will greet friends from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 17, 2024 at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines.

Memorial contributions can be directed to the Animal Rescue League of Iowa.

The family would like to thank Suncrest Hospice for the amazing care they provided to Wanda.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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