Obituaries & Condolences

Brooke Anne Brownell, 40 of New Berlin, NY passed away surrounded by family and friends on September 20, 2022, at MIB Hospital, Cooperstown, NY.  

Brooke was born on January 23, 1982, in Cooperstown, NY the daughter of Wayne & Joan (Larrabee) Brownell.  Her childhood was spent in the New Berlin and Edmeston area.  She graduated from New Berlin Central School with the class of 2000 and was employed as an Administrative Assistant with Office for People With Developmental Disabilities.

Brooke’s love for her family and friends was unmeasurable.  Brooke enjoyed crafting, quilting with her grandmother, gardening with Don and spending time with her grandson, Lucas. Brooke will be greatly missed for her generous heart and beautiful soul.  

She is survived by her mother, Joan Brownell of Pittsfield, Henry Palmer, her soul mate Donald Winn of New Berlin, her children; Koral Hoag (Tyler Chesebro), Jacob Hoag, Zach Hoag and Noah Geywits, stepchildren; Emily, Brayden & Easton Winn, siblings; Olivia Hess and James Lobdell of Norwich, Chris & Colleen Hess of New Berlin, Kasey & Joseph Gasparek of Burlington, Trey (Cheryl) Palmer of Oneonta and grandson, Lucas Chesebro,

She was predeceased by her father, Wayne Brownell, grandfather, Max Brownell, grandmother, Mary Larrabee and nephew, Dawson Hoagland, as well as aunts and uncles from both sides.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2022, at 12:00 PM at the Dakin Funeral Home, LP, New Berlin, NY with Pastor Rob Lloyd officiating.  Calling hours will be from 9:00 AM -12:00 PM prior to the funeral service.  The interment will be in the Gazlay Cemetery, South Edmeston, NY.

 

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Angel Decker
Port Jervis NY

Joan so sorry for your loss  RIP Brooke 

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tamra j hoag
New Berlin

You are so missed beautiful lady....peace

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Al Black
Pittsfield ny

Joan, Buddy  and family
I'm so very sorry for your loss prayers and love to you. I do not know what to say other than may God be with you and help you through this very bad time.  Your friend Al Black

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Pete and Nadine
NowickiHartwick N.Y.

So sorry for your loss. I wish I had the words to console you .May she rest in peace.

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Brenda Kane
Fly Creek NY

We want you all to know how much you are prayed for right now. 
Our sympathy and love are poring out to you all.
or deepest sympathy and love to you all

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Terri Maynard
Oxford NY

Joan and family, 
I am very sorry to read of your daughters passing. My love and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time. 

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Bruce and MaryClare Stephens
Oriskany Falls,NY

I remember how cute she was in Headstart .She and Casey looked so similar that we called them both CaseyBrooke .I saw Brooke a few times over the years and that cute little girl turned into a beautiful woman like her mama.
  We are sending love and prayer to you Joan. You have been so devoted to your kids and I won't say I know what you are feeling or should feel.I do pray that God will comfort you as you share memories. Hugging you .

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Bob Smith
Norwich, NY

I remember you from my time at Victory Mkts in New Berlin, Joan I can only imagine the loss of a child. We came close over 10 years ago and know that knot in the stomach feeling. 
Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

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Larry Truax
New Berlin

My good Lord takes you under his wing and guides you on your new journey!
Rest in peace Brooke. 
Brooke will be sooo missed and a big hole in our hearts will fill with her memory.
Not much will fix your broken heart Don . Just know you are not alone and prayer are sent your way. God bless all who are dealing with this sudden loss .

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KathyKathleen Johnson
Frankfort

My condolences go out to you Don and all of Brooke’s family. Any Loss is not easy as I didn’t know her that well, Brooke was a very sweet person and always a pleasure to talk with, once again my thoughts and prayers for everyone

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Kath Benson
Ottawa ON Canada

As Jim Winn's Mother-in-law, my heart goes out to not only him, but everyone near and dear to him who were close to his brother Donny, and his beloved Brooke. Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss.

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Cindy S Vibbard
Edmeston

To Joan and family:  So sorry! May God be with you and family.  May many happy memories carry you through this hard time.  

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Bonnie Blanchard
Sherburne

Brooke was a beautiful young woman, inside and out.  May she Rest In Peace knowing how much she was loved by those of us who knew her.  Prayers being sent to the family by the nurse who loved them all.

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Suzanne  D.
Norwich Ny

I met Donna a year ago through her husband Dan I felt like I knew her for a lifetime she the most sweetest, kindest person I ever met.
She will greatly be missed by all. My Condolences go out to her husband Dan,her children,grand children, and her friends.

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Bryan & Ruthann Smith
Sherburne, NY

Joan - So sorry to hear of Brooke's passing, heaven has gained another angel!  Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.  May God Bless and Comfort all at this time.

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Doreen Sheridan
Vernon Center NY

Sending my love and prayers to you and your family at this time of sorrow. Rest in peace my dear friend.

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Linda Button
Pittsfield NY
Joan & family   I am so sorry to hear about Brooke passing away. Prayers for you all

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Rita Cornell
New Berlin, NY

Joan and family you are in our thoughts and prayers.

 

 
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