Claudine Mae Brown , 77, Minot, passed peacefully Thursday, June 13, 2019 in a Velva Nursing Care Center.

Claudine was born on October 2, 1941 in Bismarck, North Dakota the daughter of Aldus and Ester Mae (Thorton) Jensen.   She was raised on a farm south of Sterling, ND and was educated in Bismarck, graduating from Bismarck High School in 1959.

She was once married to Richard Brown.  This union was blessed with seven children.  In fact, she had a few favorites if we are being honest.  Those on that exclusive list in no particular order were Claudia, Bennie, Danny, Charlene, Vicki, Annette and Eugene.

Claudine was employed with Northland Bus Company in Minot for over 35 years, where she enjoyed driving bus for the Hostfest Scandinavian Festival each year.    She retired in 2006.

Claudine had a faith filled heart.  She attended many bible studies hosted by Pastor Dan Chell, loved to sing and listen to gospel music. In addition to her duties as the best mother on earth, Claudine also enjoyed crocheting, decorating cakes, dancing, sewing and caring for her pet dogs.  Her infectious smile was known to light up a room and brighten your day.  She often included 'I Love You' in conversations because she felt everyone needed to be told those precious words. Claudine will be deeply missed by all who shared in her precious life; mostly by her seven blessings that called her Mom, Momma, Mommy and by her everlasting signature, Mon.

Her loving family includes: children:  Claudia Paulson, Williston, ND, Bennie (Carla) Brown, Minot, Danny (Darlene) Brown, Minot, Charlene Radke, Minot, Annette (Terry) Fix, Minot and Eugene Brown, Minot; 16 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren; brother, Wayne (Jane) Jensen, Bismarck; several nieces and nephews.

Claudine was preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Vicki Schimetz, great-grandson, Gavin Schimetz and brother, Dennis.

Celebration of Life service : 1:00 p.m. Thursday, June 20, 2019 at Our Redeemer's Church, Minot, ND
Interment: Rosehill Memorial Park, Minot.
Visitation: Wednesday, June 19, 2019 from 3:00-6:00 p.m. at Thomas Family Funeral Home, Minot.
Memorials are preferred to North Dakota Association for the Disabled (NDAD) or to organizations involved in the treatment of mental health.

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