BREMEN – Martha Virginia Brown, 80, of Bremen, died peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, September 21, 2022 at her home. Born January 27, 1942, she was preceded in death by her husband, James “Jimmy” Brown; her daughter, Anna Marie Brown; her son, James Freeman Brown; her brothers, Glendell “Bingo” and Bob Gish; her sister, JoAnne Smith; and her parents Nannie and Buster Gish.
Martha was a well-known homemaker and farmer’s wife in the Bremen community best known for standing by her husband’s extensive political career. She was a spiritual woman serving her community and improving the lives of others in the Muhlenberg community.
Martha’s commitment and devotion to her friends, family, and community were unmatched as she was a natural born leader pushing through times of adversity such as the recent tornado in the Bremen community. She never faltered despite adversities in front of her and was a testament of iron will.
Survivors include her step-daughter, Kay (James) Culver; granddaughters, Roxana (Michael) Guy, Dana Brown, and Kristi Brown; great-grandsons, Jaiden and Liam Guy; brothers, James (Delores) Gish and David (Tony Trent) Gish; sister-in-law, Sheila Gish; nephews, Marty (Shannon) Gish, Joey (Charity) Gish, Jeffery (Tonya) Gish; niece, Summer Gish; and all of her various nieces, nephews, and additional family members.
Funeral services will be Saturday, September 24, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Tucker Funeral Home in Central City, with Bro. Leroy Rearden and Bro. T.J. Milam officiating. Burial will follow in Cedar Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.tuckerfuneralhomes.com.
