"Dave and family - I am sorry to hear of your mother?s passing. She was such a delight and I always enjoyed our many conversations over the years when I was at Good Samaritan Home. Please know I will keep you and all of the family in my prayers. I?m sorry I?m not able to be at her services as I am in Florida. "
In loving memory of
Agnes Vahle
December 5, 1924 - January 21, 2023
Agnes Irene Brown Vahle, age 98, of Quincy, died on Saturday, January 21, 2023 in Good Samaritan Home.
Agnes was born on December 5, 1924 in New Cambria, Missouri, the daughter of Solomon and Lillie Mae Dowell Thomas.
She graduated high school in 1942, and married Harold D. Brown on June 15, 1944 in Quincy, Illinois. He preceded her in death on May 31, 1976. She married Raymond Vahle on July 23, 1978 at Vermont Street United Methodist Church. He preceded her in death on September 14, 2010.
Agnes had a licensed day care, known as "Brownies", in her home at 2314 Jefferson for 24 years. She primarily watched principals and school teacher's children, which allowed her to have holidays and her summers free to spend with her five sons.
Agnes had served as P.T.A. president and received a life membership. She was a Cub Scout den mother at Adams School. She was a 60 year member of Vermont Street United Methodist Church, where she had served as president of the Methodist Women for a few years and served for four years on the Lamoine River district board. Agnes taught Sunday school and was a charter member of the Double Ring Sunday school class.
Agnes volunteered at the Tea Room at Blessing Hospital, and in the Ice Cream Parlor at Sunset Home. She served as president of the Q City Square Dance Club. At 77, Agnes tap danced at the Senior Golden Games Pageant. She also belonged to the outdoor club at the Y.W.C.A.
Agnes and Ray loved to travel all over our great country. They visited Canada, Alaska and Hawaii, and they took a Caribbean Cruise. Agnes loved dancing, camping, and hiking at Starved Rock State Park.
Agnes is survived by three sons, David (Shari) Brown, Rex Brown, and Randy (Dave Baker) Brown; two step-children, Barbara (Larry) Manning and Michael (Mary) Vahle; 13 grandchildren, Kimber (Travis Cobb) Brown, Ryan (Elizabeth) Brown, Josh Brown, Rebecca (Robbie) Roberts, Kara (Brian) Helm, Nathan Brown, Chris Brown, Emma Binion, Brian Manning, Jake (Jamie) Vahle, Tracy Vahle, Andrea (Al) Gonzales, Amanda Young; 21 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husbands, Agnes was preceded in death by her parents, two sons, Kevin and Chris Brown, three sisters, Winifred Thomas, Mary Jane Williams, and Geneva Sevier, and three brothers, Oliver, Howard and David Thomas.
Visitation: 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Thursday, January 26, 2023 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home.
Service: 10:00 am on Friday, January 27, 2023 at Vermont Street United Methodist Church with Rev. Kathy Crozier officiating.
Burial: Greenmount Cemetery, Quincy, Illinois
Memorial donations may be made to Vermont Street United Methodist Church, Habitat for Humanity or the Good Samaritan Home Foundation. Memorial donations may be made online at https://memorials.hansenspear.com/
Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.
Tributes
"Agnes was a one of a kind soul, a fun-loving person who was loved by so many at our church. Nobody could put an outfit together like Agnes, she always looked like she just stepped out of a Bandbox. Once our double ring Sunday school class went out to eat, and Agnes volunteered to plan the games and entertainment. We will miss her terribly, but rejoice in the knowledge she is with her Savior. Sending condolences to her family"
"When I joined the church (a long time ago) she was the first person Chick introduced me to and said her name was Agnes Brown. And she said not any more, it's Vahle. Loved her ever since then when she welcomed me as a member. One special lady and a friend."
"Agnes will be remembered for her sense of humor, lively spirit, and being a fan of the St. Louis Cardinals. "
"The family has my deepest sympathy for the loss of this beautiful soul. I have so many wonderful childhood memories of time spent with Uncle Harold, Aunt Agnes, David, Kevin, Rex, Chris and Randy. Those were the best of times and I know her beautiful smile will be missed. Love and hugs?Carla Thomas Wegman (Marvin Thomas)"
"Bruce and I loved your mom. She was so much fun! We send sincere love and condolences to all her family. Shirley and Bruce Tode"