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Margaret Meredith Hall 1937-2021 left this Earth to join our Heavenly Father on December 27, 2021 following 84 years of Life. She was a mother, teacher, counselor, friend, and Godly servant focusing her mission on doing Almighty God’s will as she felt led.
“Momma Swami” as she was affectionately called by her Loving children because of her vast reservoir of Godly Wisdom and Earthly knowledge, was born April 28th 1937 in Buffalo, New York to Sylvia Rose (Deceased) and William Hall. (Deceased) She was the 13th of 17 brothers and sisters, surviving them all prior to her going home. Part of her “Swami” persona also developed from the many stylish and colorful head wraps she often wore reminiscent of a wise Sultan. At age 19, she married George Edward Brown of Buffalo New York in 1956, remaining committed to him until 1970 when they divorced. She briefly remarried Mr. Robert Parker in 1978, with that union ending a few years later.
Margaret and George Brown brought 4 children into the world through their union, Edward Andrew, Karl Vincent, Adrienne Darsia, and Marilyn Alicia. As a mother, Momma Swami was a loving but stern parent insisting on discipline, honesty, and hard work from her children. She took a job when Eddie & Karl were toddlers as an employee for the Erie County department of social services in Buffalo, New York where she worked as an office clerk for nearly a decade.
While holding that full time job as well as various part time positions, she attended night classes at the State University of New York at Buffalo where she eventually earned a Bachelor’s degree in English in 1974. Then in the early 80’s, she earned a Masters in Education from Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona. She was an Educator by career, teaching English composition over the next two decades at the elementary, secondary and collegiate levels. She was also a highly specialized medical transcriptionist working exclusively for the top pediatric surgeon in Western New York at Children’s hospital of Buffalo, transcribing his detailed surgical procedures.
In between her professional pursuits, she honed her natural talent as a cabaret club singer, appearing as a featured attraction in various night clubs in cities like Buffalo NY, Cleveland OH, & Boston MA, where she often performed alongside her brothers who were all accomplished musicians themselves. Margaret was such a gifted singer; many marveled why she had not signed on a national recording label? Her devotion to Family along with her true passion for teaching and missionary work kept her from pursuing a professional singing career.
Her personal talents and professional obligations however only half describe this amazing servant of God. She frequently hosted Bible studies, mentored to troubled single women, and wrote daily devotionals to share her Faith with the lost. She also did mission work in both the US & Foreign nations traveling as far as Europe, Africa & the Middle East, sharing the Gospel and ministering to those in need. She in fact was an accomplished traveler in her own right, living in a variety of places and cities like London, Cairo, and Jerusalem… here in the US, she lived in Biloxi Mississippi, Fayetteville North Carolina, Little Rock Arkansas, Phoenix AZ, Billings Montana, Boston MA , Philadelphia PA, Portales NM, and most recently, Atlanta, GA.
Throughout her life, Margaret strived to grow stronger in her faith having been raised Catholic and losing her mother at an early pre-teen age. Despite many hardships being raised by relatives after her Mother died, she remained a strong disciple of Christ believing Almighty God had not abandoned her, and in fact kept her protected to do his will for her Life. She lived that Truth through the vibrancy of her words, the inspiration of her dedication & loyalty to friends, trusted devotion to her Family siblings, as well as unlimited Love for her own children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Margaret is survived by her four Loving children and their children: Edward Brown, Karl and Sandra Brown: Gregory Brown, Tamerin Brown, Diandra Brown, Brianna Vann/Daryl, Karl Brown Jr, Corinne Brown, and Caleb Brown. Adrienne and Robert Thomas: Jamar Stone, Alicia Thomas, Robert G. Thomas/Kimberly, Phillip Thomas (deceased), Steven Thomas/Fallon, Benjamin Thomas and Lorienne Thomas. Marilyn Brown: Chad Henson Sr, Andre Henson, as well as 16 great grandchildren, a host of Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, friends and Church brothers & sisters in Christ.
Margaret was a member for many years of Mount Airy Church of God in Christ in Philadelphia, PA where she taught Sunday school. Most recently her Church home was Faith Transplant Church (Generations) in Portales, NM.
Karl Brown says
Dearest Momma Swami:
We Love you and we will miss you. We rejoice you have no more pain, no more limits, and no more waiting to live victoriously with and for your Savior! Almighty God has Blessed you Momma Swami, now and forever.
Amen
Broderick Williams says
My condolences to you and your family Karl.
Brigette Swann says
Dear Karl,
Your mother sounds like an amazing woman who lived life well and deserves to be celebrated. My prayers are with you and all of your family.
Brigette
David Griffin says
My thoughts are with you and your family.
David
roger Kennedy says
Karl,
I am so sorry for your loss, Prayers are with you and the family.
Eric Norman says
Sorry for your loss and condolences to you and your family.
Brown Valerie says
Eddie, Karl, Adrienne & Marilyn, my deepest sympathies cousins, you all are in my thoughts,
Love you ❤️
Pam Milton says
My dear Friend Margaret she was like a mother to me. We met years ago at a Christian school in Philadelphia. Through meeting her she became a mother and a friend to me. She mentored me through my years of teaching and encouraged me to get my masters degree in education. Margaret was a very positive person in my life. I will truly miss her love. I pray that her family will continue to be comfort and strengthen. May the peace of God be with you during this time.
Marcus Ray says
My prayers and condolence go out the the entire family. To lose a loved one is always hard, but the thought of losing a mother, to me is always harder. To most, a mother is the glue that holds a family together. Just know that you now have that glue forever watching over and guiding you along the way.
zoe & richard bradfute says
a true and gracious friend. we miss you.
Darlene Hall-Allen says
So many memories as a little girl with my Aunt Margaret , even having the privilege as a child to hear her sing , which excited me to having teenage groupe and singing myself ! THANK-YOU you Auntie for protecting me , you and Aunt Maxine , when I was a baby/toddler. Thankful I have those memories, see you in JEHOVAH God’s new system of thing…..until the resurrection ❤❤❤
Darlene Hall-Allen says
So many memories as a little girl with my Aunt Margaret , even having the privilege as a child to hear her sing , which excited me to having a teenage singing group and singing myself ! THANK-YOU Auntie for protecting me , you and Aunt Maxine , when I was a baby/toddler. Thankful I have those memories, see you in JEHOVAH God’s new system of things …..until the resurrection ❤❤❤
André Matthew Henson says
Hi Grandmother,
It’s André
Even though I know you’re with me grandmother, I just wanted to leave a message here, out of respect of what’s traditionally expected, which you know me, it’s not my thing but, do unto others as you would want done unto you. 💐
I know you saw the post I made on Facebook and continue to make to honor your legacy, and the truth you’ve instilled in me. It’s not easy dealing with everyone in this family, but you know I’m trying, I’m doing my best to follow your wishes, by keeping in touch with all the relatives, I want you to know I’m doing my best for you because we both know that’s what you would want. I don’t like seeing that word cremation, I have to be honest. All of this is still so weird to me, and I don’t like thinking about it. I want you to know that I love you forever, and you are my best friend. I learned my best lessons in life from you, you gave me my middle name, my first plane trip, my first alcoholic beverage, and I feared disappointing you more than anyone.💐
💐💐💐💐Rest Well Grandmother💐💐💐💐
Love💐
André Matthew Henson💐
Stephanie says
I want to send my heartfelt condolences to Ms.Hall’s children’s and grandchildren. I’m sadden about her passing but I thank God that she is now with her loving Father in Heaven and I know she want me rejoice !!!
I’ll be so ever grateful for the seeds God allowed Ms.Hall to plant in my life . When God connected us together , I was in such a dark place in my life . Ms. Hall took me in and restored my faith in Christ , she mentored me , she interceded for me , she discipled me . Her witness for Christ led me to live totally surrendered to Jesus. I will never forget all the funny stories she told (my goodness) Ms. Hall was hilarious. She was so animated. Gosh , I can go, on and on . Ms.Hall truly lived out the scripture “well done, thou good and faithful servant !” I will miss her dearly. What an imprint she has left on my heart and life. Tears … With Love Stephanie
Hannah Richards says
What an honor it was to know Sister Margaret this side of Heaven! I value the encouragement and wisdom she passed along to me and my children.
Eva C. says
I met Margaret at work in a chapel at a hospital we both worked in Philly when I was 23. I was searching for God and at the time attended this place which she warned me was a cult. Thank God she was not afraid to offend me when she spoke the truth into my life. She mentored me and taught me so much. I know she has many jewels in her crown in Heaven.