Title: Honoring the Life of Jeanine Brown: A Tribute to a Remarkable Woman
On December 23, 2024, Jeanine Brown, a beloved member of the Rockwell community, passed away at the age of 73 at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City after a brief illness. Born on February 11, 1951, in Hampton, Iowa, Jeanine was the only child of Darrold and Shirley (Peterson) Arrowwood.
A Legacy of Excellence and Love
Jeanine’s life was marked by a commitment to education and a deep love for her family. She graduated as valedictorian of her high school class in Hampton and went on to earn her teaching degree from the University of Northern Iowa, where she graduated as salutatorian. In 1974, she married David Brown, and together they raised two children, Daina and Tim. Jeanine cherished her role as a grandmother to her three grandchildren, Emersyn, Ryann, and Everett.
A Passionate Educator and Lifelong Learner
Throughout her life, Jeanine remained dedicated to learning and sharing her knowledge with others. After her children were grown, she pursued a degree in accounting at Hamilton Business School and eventually accepted a teaching position, where she inspired countless students with her passion for education.
A Love for Nature and Family
Jeanine’s love for gardening, cooking, and reading was evident to all who knew her. She and David took great pride in their vegetable garden, especially the tomatoes they grew to make fresh juice for their daily breakfasts. Her dedication to her family and her hobbies brought joy to those around her.
Celebrating Jeanine’s Life
A graveside service will be held in the spring in the Rockwell Cemetery to honor Jeanine’s memory. Memorial contributions in her honor may be made to Rockwell-Swaledale EMS. Jeanine will be deeply missed by her husband, David; children, Daina and Tim; grandchildren, Emersyn, Ryann, and Everett; as well as extended family members and many friends.
In the wake of Jeanine’s passing, let us remember her as a remarkable woman whose legacy of excellence, love, and dedication to education will continue to inspire all who knew her. May her memory be a blessing to us all.
