Longtime Maryland Resident Janice Faye Brown Passes Away at 76

Janice Brown, a devoted wife, mother, and active member of her community, is remembered for her faith, family, and love of singing.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Janice Faye Brown, a 76-year-old resident of Mechanicsville, Maryland, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Clintwood, Virginia in 1950, Janice worked as a beautician and secretary before retiring. She was an active member of her prayer group and SAMS ministry, and cherished her time spent in fellowship and faith. Janice is survived by her husband Terry, son Matthew, daughter Charity, cousin Helen, grandchild Padraic, and great-grandchild Watson.

Why it matters

Janice's life exemplified the values of community, faith, and family that are so important in Southern Maryland. Her passing is a loss felt by all who knew her through her church, ministry work, and close-knit family.

The details

Janice Faye Brown worked as a beautician before serving as a secretary for Southern Maryland Pre-Release for seven years prior to her retirement. She found great joy in her prayer group and SAMS ministry, and loved sewing and singing, having spent most of her married life traveling and singing in different churches. Janice is survived by her husband Terry, son Matthew, daughter Charity, cousin Helen, grandchild Padraic, and great-grandchild Watson.

  • Janice Faye Brown passed away peacefully on February 17, 2026.
  • Janice was born on January 20, 1950 in Clintwood, Virginia.

The players

Janice Faye Brown

A 76-year-old resident of Mechanicsville, Maryland who passed away peacefully on February 17, 2026. She worked as a beautician and secretary before retiring, and was an active member of her prayer group and SAMS ministry.

Terry Brown

Janice's beloved husband of 56 years.

Matthew Brown

Janice and Terry's son, who resides in Mechanicsville, Maryland.

Charity Ryan

Janice and Terry's daughter, who resides in Mechanicsville, Maryland.

Helen Bowlin

Janice's cousin who lives in Hanover, Pennsylvania.

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The takeaway

Janice Faye Brown's life was a testament to the power of faith, family, and community. Her passing is a loss felt by all who knew her through her decades of service, ministry work, and unwavering devotion to her loved ones.