Dorothy BROWN Obituary

I'm sitting here this morning remembering all the wonderful things Dot did for the homeschooling community at the time that I was a newbee. Her enthusiasm, energy/passion, her knowledge, wisdom and kindness. Dot made a significant impact on our homeschooling life: with what I learned from her personally and also the benefit to many from the international speakers she brought to CHCH and the large scale HS conferences she whipped up. I'm sitting here this morning .... thanking God for Dot Brown and how she has made such a difference in how I raised and homeschooled my 4 children- who they have now become as independent, confident and creative adults out making waves in the world. Thank you Dot. (and thank you Ian for supporting and allowing Dot the freedom to put so much energy and time into her work supporting HSers)

I appreciated Dot - her wisdom, her enthusiasm, her knowledge, her generosity in so many areas.. so very grateful that I got to meet and spend some time with her. Thinking and praying for you Ian, Leanne and family.. thanks for sharing such a remarkable lady with so many of us. Much love, Kim Henry and family

Dear Ian, Leanne and family,
I was so saddened to hear of Dot's passing. Thank you for sharing her with us and many others over the years. I'll never forget our experiences together - so many good times and laughs organising those conferences, sharing homeschooling ideas, and discussing everything from ADHD to God and life in general.
Thank you for opening your home and for answering those early morning phone calls.
Praying for God's peace and comfort for you all.

Such a lovely person and so much knowledge that was willingly shared. Her support, especially in our family's early days of home education, was much appreciated. Our thoughts are with your family.

Dot Brown was a remarkable woman. Many of us involved in home schooling will say Dot has influenced generations. She was full of good advice, encouragement, wisdom, kindness and reassurance. Dots involvement in The South Island Home Educators inspired and motivated many a parent and child. As a follower of the Lord Jesus she was an encourager of those in the faith. We are sad at the passing of Dot; nonetheless we take great comfort she is with the Lord she loved. We will miss Dot and pray the living God will comfort and bring peace to Ian and the family. 1 John 3:2

Our deepest sympathy to Ian and Leanne and family! Dot was a very special lady and will be greatly missed. Ian and Vivienne Hayes

My heartfelt condolences to Ian and family! Dot was a force to be reckoned with, incredibly knowledgeable and so very kindhearted and generous! What a tremendous woman! She will be terribly missed and fondly remembered.

My sincere condolences Ian and family. Dot will be very missed. She has helped and blessed so many people in her lifetime. May God bless and give you comfort and peace at this time.

Deepest sympathy Ian and family on your loss of Dorothy. I have very many happy memories of our time at Rangiora Baptist and meals in your home.
Liz and the late Pat Gobbie