Barbara N. Brown

Born in Lynn, Barbara was the daughter of the late Henry and Gladys (Pynn) Porteous. She graduated from Lynn English High School Class of 1937.

Barbara enjoyed knitting, crocheting, reading and traveling with her husband. She worked for Jordan Marsh and at United Shoe Machine as a secretary.

Barbara is survived by her children; Walter T. Brown, Jr., of Ossipee, NH and Barbara McHugh of Groveland. She was the mother of the late Wendy McNaughton. Barbara was the cherished Grandmother of Walter Brown III, David Brown and his wife Maureen, Karyn McHugh, Bryan Douglas and his wife Randi, Kristie Bauters and her husband Russ. She was the adored Great Grandmother of Ashliey Wasson, Kyle Linck, Kara Linck, Devin Douglas, David Bauters, and Cindy Bauters. She was the sister of Robert Porteous and his wife Elaine and the late Phyllis Ashley and Henry (Buddy) Porteous. Also, Barbara is survived by several nieces, nephews, and friends. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

Barbara’s Graveside Service will be held at Pine Grove Cemetery Friday at 1:30PM. Please gather at the Boston St. entrance at 1:15PM. Relatives and friends invited.