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Son Honours Mom’s Memory This Mother’s Day
Cynthia Brown lost her battle with ovarian cancer on March 21. Cynthia was a Mother, Friend and Occupational Therapist in the Early Intervention program at the Canadian Mental Health Association, Windsor-Essex County Branch (CMHA-WECB).
It is never easy to lose a loved one, but even more difficult during the pandemic.
Dan Brown, Cynthia’s son, wanted to honour his Mom and her legacy by doing a couple of events this year. Dan knew that Mother’s Day would be difficult, his first one without his Mom and also so close to his own birthday; making for a particularly emotional weekend.
“Cynthia’s Flowers” was created in celebration of Cynthia’s life. Flowers are available for $10 with proceeds going towards the CMHA-WECB Griefworks program. There are a limited number of flowers available, however donations can still be made to the program and are appreciated.
“I never would’ve thought even part of me would be looking forward to this difficult weekend with the anniversary of my mom’s cancer diagnosis, my birthday, and Mother’s Day,” states Dan. “Now, thanks to how our community has embraced this campaign, our family is moved by the hundreds of flowers spread across our region in my mom’s name and we can celebrate Mother’s Day together.”
In addition to the flower sales, Dan organized several interviews hosted on the CMHA-WECB Facebook page.
- Carolyn Jenner-Dupuis talks about Children’s Grief & Griefworks
- Sonia McMahon-Comartin, Supporting a Loved One who is Grieving
- Catrina Franzoi, Former Griefworks client
- Nancy Campana
“We are humbled by the energy, compassion and love that Dan has brought to this initiative,” says Kim Willis, Director, Communications & Mental Health Promotion, CMHA-WECB.
“His mom would be so proud of his efforts in her memory. He’s an extraordinary person who is using his grief journey to support others and raise funds for our Bereavement program. We are so grateful for his efforts during this emotional time.”
