Laverne Jay Brewer
  • Born on: May 28, 1924
  • Departed on: August 16, 2011

Laverne Jay Brewer

Laverne Jay Brewer, 87, of Lamont, passed away on Tuesday August 16, 2011 at his home. A graveside service will be held on Saturday August 20, 2011 at 1:00PM in Madison Cemetery, Lamont, IA. A lunch will follow at the American Legion in Fairbank, IA. Iowa Cremation is assisting the family. Laverne Brewer was born May 28, 1924 to William and Jesse (Lowery) Brewer in Littleton, Iowa. He was united in marriage to Betty Jean (Nielsen) on May 19, 1945 in Independence. Laverne was a self employed jack of all trades and was constantly working to support his family, whom he loved. He will be greatly missed by all who love him. He is survived by 4 children; Linda (William) Burgess of Toddville, William (Renee) Brewer of Oelwein, Terry (Vicki) Brewer of Illinois, and Randy (Kandi) Brewer of Arlington; 14 grandchildren, and several great grandchildren. Laverne was preceded in death by his parents, wife Betty Jean Brewer in 2002, Son Keith James Brewer in 1991, infant daughter Karen Jean Brewer in 1947, 3 brothers; Kenneth, Wilbur, and Dale Brewer; and 3 sisters Elva Matthews, Donna Beavers, and Nina Strempke.
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