Bernice E. Brown passed away Wednesday, April 03, 2013 at Park Place Living Center. Bernice was born, May 3, 1922 in Cadillac, MI the daughter of Leo and Ethelyn (Lamphear) Sweet. She was a member of St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church. On June 12, 1943 she was united in marriage to Howard Brown who preceded her in death on Oct. 14, 2001. Surviving are a son, Jeffrey (Sandra Jane) Brown of Richland; daughter, Phyllis (Bob) Gill of Coldwater; 4 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Bob Sweet. Graveside Services will be held Friday, 2 PM at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Watson Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements by Redmond Funeral Home, 4100 S. Westnedge Ave. Kalamazoo, MI 49008 (269) 343-6156. www.redmondfuneralhomes.net