Ms. Amanda Brown Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

UTICA - Amanda Brown, age 59, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2019 at MVHS at St. Luke’s Healthcare. Born in Newark, New Jersey on January 13, 1960, Amanda was the daughter of the late Wilbert McCormick and Lillian Roberts. Raised and educated in New Jersey, she furthered her studies by taking collegiate courses in Business. At one time, Amanda held employment in New York with Morgan Stanley in the Graphic Design department for many years. She also held positions with various law firms; one of her favorite law firms was Clifford Chance in New York City. When Amanda “Gadget” moved to Upstate New York, she was employed by various temp agencies. Gadget was a very loyal person who held a professional demeanor when carrying out her duties and responsibilities in the workforce in a timely manner until her recent illness. Gadget enjoyed bowling and sewing; she loved her shoe collection and her dreadlocks. As much as she was strong-willed, determined, and independent, Amanda was also caring, helpful, and very nurturing when it came to her loved ones. Amanda is survived by her son, Tarell A. Preston; her step-son, Dennis Brown, Jr.; her step-daughter, Danielle Brown; her grandson, Grayson; and her sisters, Marva P. Spicer, and Melbra Skea. She also leaves her aunts and uncles, Evelyn R. and Clifford Alford, Almarie Parker, and William Roberts; a nephew, Darrell Gilbert, Jr.; special cousins, Derrick Roberts, and Debbie Ervin with whom she was raised like brother and sisters. Amanda leaves her goddaughter, Shauntavia Sawyer and grand-godchildren, Jah’Liah, and Jah’Lil; and her former husband, Dennis Brown, Sr. She was predeceased by her one and only niece, Tarella Preston. In keeping with Amanda “Gadget’s” wishes, the family will honor and commemorate her life at a private time.

Ms. Amanda Brown

January 13, 1960 - November 23, 2019