Mary Jane Browning, 77, of Hopewell Township, passed away on October 4, 2024 in her home.  She was born in Uniontown, Pennsylvania on August 8, 1947, the daughter of the late Eugene and Betty Dowling. She is survived by her beloved husband of 55 years, H. Richard Browning; her daughter Lori Browning of Virginia, her lonely cat, “The Wild Thing,” and many friends and relatives.

Mary was a 1969 graduate of California University with a degree in Psychology. She was a lifelong member of the ZTA Sorority. She worked as a substitute elementary teacher for both Aliquippa and Hopewell School Districts.  She eventually became a librarian at Aliquippa School District.

As were her wishes, all services are private. Arrangements have been entrusted to the branch of Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services.