Veronica Brown

YOUNGSTOWN

VERONICA BROWN

1947 - 2026

Veronica E. Brown 78, passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2026, surrounded by her loving family, after a brief illness.

Veronica was born in Youngstown on December 16, 1947, to the late George Bodnar and Helen (Salaggie) Bodnar.

After her 1965 graduation from Chaney High School, she furthered her education at Lewis, Weinberger and Hill. Going on to earn a Cosmetology degree by passing her state boards. She went on to earn a manager's accreditation on her license.

After pursuing her dreams in the cosmetology field, she opted to change directions and gained employment at Packard Electric. It was while working there that Ronnie met the love of her life, Thomas (Tom) M. Brown, when she stopped at the gas station he owned. They married on June 28th, 1969. Ronnie pursued a few different career paths upon leaving Packard. She worked in the food service industry, at Burger King, Kirkmere Cleaners, and several local bakeries. She took a step back from the work force and became a full-time caregiver to her mother Helen; and later, to the jewels of her world, her grandchildren Dylan and Morgan Roby. She lovingly took care of Tom until his passing after his courageous battle with cancer ended on January 4th,2023.

Ronnie was an avid lover of the outdoors. She enjoyed spending time gardening and watching hummingbirds. She loved baking and cooking, sharing her skills in the kitchen along with secret recipes with daughters, Denielle, and Amanda, and later her grandchildren Dylan and Morgan. Ronnie also enjoyed watching Dylan and Morgan at their numerous sporting events. She was also an ardent fan of Elvis Presley, always on the lookout for a unique Elvis item to add to her vast collection. They were blessed to make lasting memories with their beloved mother and Uma.

Beside her parents, Ronnie was preceded in death by her loving husband of 53 years, Tom.

Ronnie will be deeply missed by her daughters Denielle Brown, Amanda Roby (Michael), grandson Dylan Roby and granddaughter Morgan Roby; her cousins William Shaffron, Debbie and Ray Thomas and Veronica (Vernie) Turek; along with nephew Rob Bowman (Marijane) and family.

Friends and Family may call on Friday, July 10, 2026 from 4 pm to 7 pm and Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 10:00 am to 10:45 am.   A short prayer service will be held at 10:45 am at Vaschak-Kirila Funeral Home, Canfield Road, Youngstown.

Arrangements were entrusted to Vaschak-Kirila Funeral Home. 

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