Marie Van Brittan Brown, an African American nurse and inventor, passed away on February 2, 1999. She died of natural causes.
Marie is best known for her creation of the home security system, which included a sliding camera that allowed homeowners to see who was at their door before opening it. This invention laid the groundwork for modern home security systems. Her innovative contributions, particularly as a woman of color in the late 1960s, helped pave the way for advancements in the field of home safety.
Although there is not much detailed public information on her later life leading up to her passing, it is known that she lived a relatively quiet life in Queens, New York, where she continued to inspire many until her death.