Valerie Frances Brown,  (nee Walsh)
Passed suddenly on Sunday, December 3, 2023 at Rockwood Terrace Nursing Home, Durham, formerly of Markdale, in her 70th year.

She is re-united with her beloved husband, Keith (2001). Dear Loved and remembered by her granddaughters Bree and Sierra Hardy. Missed by her siblings, Barbara (Manfred) Voss of Dundalk, and Ralph (Sandy) Walsh of Markdale, Cheryl of Dundalk and Bill (Pauline) Walsh of Markdale. Cherished by the Brown family, including her in-laws, Cheravine, Ken and Ruth Brown, Betty Ferguson, and Ron Brown. She will be forever missed by her many nieces and nephews especially her biggest fan and supporter, Mary (Doug) Weber. She leaves behind her beloved cat fur babies, Ginger and Mia.

Valerie was born May 11, 1954 in Markdale to the late Garnet and Frances Walsh. The oldest of their 5 children, she attended school in Wodehouse before graduating from Grey Highlands Secondary School. Valerie met and married the love of her life, Keith on May 31,1975 and they started their lives together. Hardworking would not begin to describe Valerie,working at Stanley Knights Flooring in Meaford for many years. She was the first one to arrive to work and almost always the last to leave. She had a big heart for her cats and her collection of rabbit figurines. She enjoyed raising cattle for many years, even though she rarely turned a profit. She enjoyed maintaining her front lawn that consisted more of flowers than grass. She was often seen with a radio by her side which she enjoyed immensely as it gave her much comfort.

The family wishes to thank the nurses and support staff at the Markdale Hospital and Dr. Harvey Winfield for her care prior to moving to the nursing home.
At Valerie’s request, there will be no service at this time, however, a spring interment will take place at Flesherton Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Grey Bruce Humane Society would be greatly appreciated.