It's always difficult to find the right words at time like this. Iva was a precious gift to us from God, and a blessing to me as well as many others. What a comfort she was to my family when my mother passed away. She was a true lover of Christ and manifested that love to many. 
My heart and prayers go out to Kathy, Beth, Frankie, as well as to the extended family.  
I was reminded of a hymn that I pray is appropriate to share, particularly the last stanza: https://www.hymnal.net/en/hymn/h/531

Farewell mortality, Jesus is mine.
Welcome eternity, Jesus is mine.
Welcome, O Loved and Blessed,
Welcome sweet scenes of rest,
Welcome my Savior's breast,
Jesus is mine.  

She's Home !

I have a lifetime of Memories of Iva  but i think the only word I can use is "Gracious". Iva Brown was the most gracious woman I have ever met. She welcomed everyone equally never judging always loving. She was my mother's  best friend and all of us considered her like a second mom. Saint Francis said go out  and preach the bible using words if necessary. Iva did that every day of her life. She touched the hearts and lives  of so many.  I am a far better person for having know her.  I will miss her.

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Iva H Brown

December 6, 1921 – March 11, 2019

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