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Hallett-Brown, Mary L.
Mary Hallett-Brown passed away peacefully on October 18, 2020, her 50th birthday. Mary is predeceased by her mother, Bonnie (Shelhamer) Gable and step-son, Alec Brown. She is survived by her daughter, Alyson Hallett; husband, David; father, Clark Gable; sisters Eileen (Brad) Button and Susan (Alan) Carroll; step-son, Colin Brown; nieces, nephews, cousins, and many loving friends.
Mary grew up in East Rochester where she was a talented track runner and gymnast, known for her aerial somersault on the high-beam. Following her graduation from East Rochester, Mary attended SUNY Geneseo where she made many of her life-long friends. She enjoyed her time working at the YMCA and Monroe Community College where she was surrounded by the most supportive colleagues.
Mary is known as an inspiration to many. Her 8 ½ year battle was nothing less than courageous. Her smile, love of holidays and decorating, acts of kindness, love of her time at the RV, finding just the right gift for people, and love for her family and friends was evident each and every day. She is so loved and will be missed by many.
A celebration of Mary’s life will be held Saturday, October 31, 2020 at Browncroft Community Church at 11:00 AM at 2530 Browncroft Blvd, Rochester, NY 14625. Mary’s celebration will be live-streamed at https://vimeo.com/471142504/296b269cea. In lieu of flowers, kindly consider donations to Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA) www.curefa.org or Browncroft Community Church.
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24 responses to “Hallett-Brown, Mary L.”
My condolences to the Brown family.
Love and peace to the family and friends Mary touched. Oh so many she inspired. I worked with Mary at Mcc and it was easy to become her friend. Dave and Aly – thinking of you every day and sending hugs. I am certain she is still by your side just in a different way. Enjoy life as she would want you to! Marie Gibson – friend and Mcc colleague
I am so grieved. Mary was such an inspirational and indomitable force of positive energy. With her all was possible. My deepest condolences to her family whom she loved and worked for and supported so ardently. Colleague at MCC
Even though we never met in person, Mary and her family were so very special to me. This loss will be felt forever. My heart goes out to her family. She was an inspiration to us all. God bless you Mary,
David, So very sorry for your loss. Mary was such a beautiful person. And you have been such a loving rock. We are sending our love and our deepest condolences.
We send our prayers, love, & hugs to the entire family! May the Lord fill you with His peace that surpasses all understanding; and may your memories be only wonderful ones!???✝️
~ the Hare, DeRosa, & Wild families
May God bring you and your family peace and comfort. Very sorry for your loss.
Dave, sending our deepest condolences to you and your family. Mary’s legacy will carry on through you and all who knew her. No doubt that she is watching over you all. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. RIP Mary. No more pain. No more suffering.
Dave, I am so sorry to hear this news. My deepest sympathy to you. I am thinking of you at this difficult time and in the days ahead and sending prayers for comfort and peace.
Much heart felt sympathy goes out to Mary’s family. Mary was such a beautiful person inside and out. One of the kindest people I have ever met working at MCC. We are praying for you Dave and Alyson and all her family and friends.
Prayers to you and your family, Eileen, I’m so sorry for your loss.
Dave – been thinking of you and your family a lot lately; remember all the great times and take comfort in what a tremendous person Mary is and what she meant to so many people – God Bless
Sue and Eileen, I was devastated to hear this very sad news. I remember Mary well and always knew what a sweet and loving person she was. My deepest sympathy to both of you and the entire family. She is irreplaceable and will be greatly missed.
I admired Mary and was inspired by her sweet, gentle nature. Such a devastating loss of a beautiful person.
Mary was a beautiful woman and incredibly brave-she will be missed-my deepest sympathies to Dave and her family
Mary was such a truly kind and helpful person. Her patience and smile were always reassuring. My sincere condolences to her family. God bless.
Dave – you are in my prayers.
I had the great pleasure of working with Mary at Monroe Community College. Mary was an amazing person who positively impacted so many peoples lives through her work and with how she met life’s challenges head on with strength and a smile. She was an inspiration to us all.
Mary was a beautiful person. I’ll always remember her kindness, her love for her husband and family, and the courage she showed in facing her illness. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
My most sincere condolences to Mary’s family and loved ones.
Dave, please know that our hearts go out to you and your family. Sending you prayers for strength and peace.
What an amazing tribute to Mary today, Dave and all! Obvious to me that you all will be carrying Mary’s light with you and that the hurt you are feeling now is going to turn into the warm glow of the memories you have of Mary and the enduring love she has for all of you!
Dave, I am so sorry for your loss. Your love for one another will never end and she will always be with you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I never met Mary but she was clearly a sweet person. My heart breaks for you
Alyson- I am so very sorry about your mom’s passing. She was a wonderful person- first my gymnastics coach, and then one of my favorite parents of a student (you). I had no idea she was sick, as she always had that beautiful smile and loved to chat when I would run into her at Wegmans. Her favorite topic to chat about was you. You were her pride and joy and she never grew tired of sharing stories of your successes! I just know she is watching over you smiling that great smile as you continue to succeed and flourish. My many thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.