Betty Faye Brown, Longtime Monmouth City Clerk, Dies at 104

Brown worked for the City of Monmouth for over two decades before retiring.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 12:57am

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An extremely abstracted, out-of-focus photograph in soft pools of warm color and light, depicting the empty office of a longtime city clerk, conveying a sense of quiet reflection on a life of public service.The passing of longtime Monmouth city clerk Betty Faye Brown marks the end of an era of dedicated public service in the community.Monmouth Today

Betty Faye Brown, a longtime city clerk for the City of Monmouth, Illinois, passed away on April 4, 2026 at the age of 104. Brown worked for the city for 21 years, spending 18 of them as the city clerk. She was a member of the International Institute of Municipal Clerks and the Municipal Clerks of Illinois, and was a former member of Altrusa.

Why it matters

Betty Faye Brown's passing marks the end of an era for the City of Monmouth, as she served as a dedicated public servant for over two decades. Her long tenure as city clerk highlights the importance of institutional knowledge and experience in local government.

The details

Betty Faye Brown was born on March 22, 1922 in Rozetta, Illinois. She married Mack Morris 'Brownie' Brown on October 13, 1945 in Biggsville, Illinois. Brownie passed away on January 6, 1996. Betty is survived by one sister, Maida (Clifford) Johnson of Biggsville, as well as many nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.

  • Betty Faye Brown was born on March 22, 1922.
  • Betty married Mack Morris 'Brownie' Brown on October 13, 1945.
  • Brownie Brown passed away on January 6, 1996.
  • Betty Faye Brown passed away on April 4, 2026 at the age of 104.
  • Visitation and funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 9, 2026.

The players

Betty Faye Brown

A longtime city clerk for the City of Monmouth, Illinois who passed away at the age of 104.

Mack Morris 'Brownie' Brown

Betty Faye Brown's husband who passed away on January 6, 1996.

Maida (Clifford) Johnson

Betty Faye Brown's sister who survives her.

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What’s next

Visitation and funeral services for Betty Faye Brown will be held on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at the Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory in Oquawka, Illinois. Burial will follow at Biggsville Cemetery in Biggsville, Illinois.

The takeaway

Betty Faye Brown's long career as the city clerk of Monmouth, Illinois exemplifies the important role that dedicated public servants play in local government. Her passing marks the end of an era for the city, but her legacy of service and commitment to her community will continue to inspire others.