Eileen Browning

July 17, 1946 - March 11, 2023

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Obituary for Eileen Browning

Eileen Donovan Browning was born on July 17th 1946 to the late Edward (Ted) and Helen (Sullivan) Donovan. Eileen passed away surrounded by her loving family on March 11th 2023 after a brief illness. She was predeceased by her siblings Joanna (Donovan) Sigel, Edward Donovan, and John Donovan. Eileen was a proud Dorchester resident and maintained a beautiful home where she enjoyed gardening and walking her dog around the neighborhood. She was raised in St. Peter’s Parish where she formed life-long friendships. Eileen attended Boston State College and received a bachelor’s degree in education. In her early career she taught elementary school, then later worked at Boston Water and Sewer Commission for nearly thirty years.

Eileen is survived by her children David Browning, Ann (Browning) Gorman, and her husband Gerard, Elizabeth Browning, and Patrick Browning and his wife Carla. She leaves behind her beloved grandchildren Monica Browning, Ronan Gorman, Dylan Gleeson, William Gorman, Colin Gorman, Molly Ann Browning, Sofia Browning, and Elena Browning; as well as several nieces and nephews. Eileen was a fun-loving, loyal friend who will be sorely missed by all who loved her.

Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday March 15th at Dolan Funeral Home, 1140 Washington Street, DORCHESTER LOWER MILLS from 4-8PM. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Thursday March 16th at Saint Gregory’s Church 2215 Dorchester Avenue at 10AM. Interment at Saint Joseph Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation. https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/PFFTribute/EileenBrowning

Services

15 Mar

Wake

04:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Dolan Funeral Homes and Cremation Services- DORCHESTER LOWER MILLS 1140 Washington Street Dorchester, MA 02124 Get Directions »
16 Mar

Funeral Mass

10:00 AM

Saint Gregory Church 2215 Dorchester Avenue Dorchester, MA 02124 Get Directions »
16 Mar

Burial

11:30 AM

Saint Joseph Cemetery 990 La Grange Street West Roxbury, MA 02132 Get Directions »
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  • March 18, 2023

    Cynthia Grinnell Wardan

    So sorry to hear of Eileen's passing.I was fortunate to have spent time with her and my sister Diana on vacation in FLA. She was a' sparkling' gem.Kind,caring and such fun. Cynthia

  • March 17, 2023

    Susan Frost

    My dear and special best friend,Eileen..I will always treasure our many many years together since the day you took me under your wing in Grade 4 St Peter's School.. so many fun times and memories. My thoughts are with you and your wonderful family.. David, Ann, Beth & Patrick and all your grandchildren.. Rest In Peace,my friend Sue B Frost

  • March 16, 2023

    Larry ,Rebecca, Rahsaan , Amani , Soleil and Raylan Allen

    Eileen was a brilliant light that embraced her Children, Grandchildren and her friends with a smile of joy and appreciation that is so important now. She will be missed!

  • March 16, 2023

    Patricia Delahanty

    I was saddened to hear of Eileen's passing.....such a lovely woman, a great sense of humor and above all she loved her children. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Patricia Delahanty

  • March 15, 2023

    Jennifer Molloy

    Deepest sympathies to the Browning family. Mrs. Browning was a lovely lady. I have great memories of her, she will be sorely missed! -Jennifer-

  • March 14, 2023

    Lisa Ward-Coughlan

    Browning family so very sorry for the loss of your mother/grandmother may you RIP Eileen Lisa Ward -Coughlan

  • March 14, 2023

    Julie Lyons

    She was a sweet soul so Carring. Her laugh smile conversations. Good times growing up with her kids. Pool days down at my parents house . Also going out with her and my mom. She was a one of a kind loved to help others lift them up. She. Was a life long friendships to friends including my mom they had had named their life long friendship as honey bees. Rip. Eileen. My thoughts and prayers go out to her whole family . forever in our hearts you will be. You. Honey bee Julie .

  • March 14, 2023

    James Mccourt

    Rest In Peace Eileen . We always had a good laugh. You were always the life of the party . I'm sure you will have your dancing shoes on in heaven. It's been a pleasure to have known you.🙏🙏🙏☘️ The Mccourts Boston .

  • March 14, 2023

    Ed & Diana Osgood

    We were friends since the 1st grade at St Peter's and all throughout life's ups and downs. Had tons of shenanigans, laughs and fun especially on our girl get aways. You will be missed, dear friend. All our best to your loving and wonderful family. Ed & Diana Osgood

  • March 14, 2023

    Maria McEneaney

    Sincere condolences to Ann and family on the sad loss of Eileen. Thinking of you all at this very sad time. May Eileen Rest In Peace. Maria & Stephen McEneaney

  • March 14, 2023

    Charlotte Casey

    R.I.P Eileen, may you rest in peace. Was an honour knowing you. Thinking of the family at this sad time. Charlotte