Vicki Lin Brown
Vicki Lin Brown, born January 21, 1958, in Adrian, Michigan, passed away peacefully, Saturday June 21, 2025 surrounded by love. She was the youngest child of Donald and Dorothy Graff. At 16, she moved to California, where she married her childhood crush, Fred Brewer -- the boy she said she fell in love with back in third grade. They built a life together on Catalina Island and in Downey, California, raising two children. After their divorce, Vicki moved to Logan, Iowa. While she worked a few jobs, she most enjoyed her role as a stay-at-home mom and grandmother. She later married Howard Brown and moved to Omaha, NE. Growing up in Michigan, Vicki started her love of the outdoors by riding dirt bikes and family camping trips. She loved the beach life in California, visiting amusement parks, and spending time with her extended family. She loved collecting bald eagle memorabilia, sunny days, listening to music, and cheering for her favorite team -- the Minnesota Vikings. Her home was always shared with a beloved pet, and she was rarely without a furry companion by her side. Vicki was preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Dorothy Graff; her sister, Debra Kelley; and...[more]View Full Online Obituary and Tributes
r husbands, Fred Brewer and Howard Brown. Vicki leaves behind her son, Todd (Carrin) Brewer; daughter, Dawn Brewer; and her grandchildren: Ashley (Nick Carlson) Meeker, Autumn (Dustin) Moores, Todd Brewer Jr., Megan Bangart, Noah Sautter, Remington (Elizabeth) Meeker, Morgan Sautter, and Ruger Meeker. She was also blessed with ten great-grandchildren who lovingly called her Gigi -- Elijah, Kolbey, Lovelynn, Adylin, Lincoln, Easton, Emmalynn, Willa, Paisley, Abbigail -- with one more baby girl due in August. She is also survived by her brother, Dennis Graff; sister, Janice Myers; and many beloved nieces and nephews. Vicki had a joyful spirit and a deep appreciation for the meaningful things in life. Vicki will be remembered for her laughter, her kind and joyful spirit, and her deep love for her family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to help with final expenses at: https://gofund.me/4aa5c342
