Elizabeth Ann Brown

Elizabeth was born and raised in Worcester, MA, graduating from High School in 1955. Following high school she attended University of Massachusetts, graduating with a BS in nursing in 1959. Later in her education she received a Master’s degrees in science from both St. Mary’s University in San Antonia, TX and the University of Alaska.

In 1961 Elizabeth joined the U.S. Air Force. She retired in 1982 with the rank of Lt. Colonel.

Supporting military and community organization was incredibly important to Elizabeth. She was a member of the Military Officer Association of American, 40 & 8, CMAC, CCWVC and an Ombudsman for the SW area on Aging and Disabilities. She was also a member of the Unitarian Church of Vancouver.

Elizabeth is survived by her son, Tracy James Payes of Eagle Creek, Oregon; and sister, Carole Barron of New York.

A celebration of Elizabeth’s life will take place 1100 hrs, Wednesday, March 16 at Willamette National Cemetery, 11800 SE Mt. Scott Blvd, Portland, Oregon.

In lieu of flowers donations are appreciated to any of the listed charities at: http://compassoncology.com/about-compass/community-support/

Arrangements under the direction of Vancouver Funeral Chapel, Vancouver, WA.