Bettie Lee Brooks West Columbia, Texas Obituary

Bettie Lee Brooks

Bettie Lee Brooks, 93, formerly of Sweeny, passed from this life on Saturday, February 22, 2020 in Wharton, Texas. She was born on March 15, 1926 in Wallis, Texas to Walter and Agnes (Faltisek) Sell. Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm Friday, February 28, 2020 at Baker Funeral Home in West Columbia with Thomas Lester officiating. The family will be receiving friends from 1:00 pm until service time. Burial will follow at Sweeny Cemetery. Bettie is survived by her son, Thomas Brooks; daughter, Shirley Jensen; grandchildren, Caryl Kane, David Kane, and Ceresa Hough; and great-granddaughter, Holly. She is preceded in death by her husband, Chester Brooks; her parents; son, Dennis Brooks and sister, Waldine Geraci. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bettie’s name to a charity of choice.
March 15, 1926 - February 22, 202003/15/192602/22/2020
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Lyshunda Harrell-Gulley
February 27, 2020
Condolences to my sweet friend Ms. Shirley and her family. Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We care and love you deeply. Lyshunda and Raleigh Gulley
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Frank Parris
February 26, 2020
Ms. Shirley and family, remember one thing in that no one can ever take away the memories Ms. Bettie left behind. May God comfort you with his loving arms around you and bless you with his love. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
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The Muegges
February 25, 2020
We have special memories of a truly talented and independent cousin and the numerous family gatherings we have shared. Bettie Lee has now joined the many other loved ones who have gone before us, and the celebrations continue. - Liz, David, & Bill Muegge
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Doris Duke Thompson
February 24, 2020
Love to my cousins, Shirley Ann and Tommy and your families on the loss of your mother. Hope your hearts will be filled with love & good memories. Love and comfort to you all.

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Angel Wings was posted for Bettie Lee Brooks.
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Dittert Jo Ann
February 24, 2020
Bettie Lee loved going to the family reunion and playing bingo. We will miss her 😘. God bless her family, y’all are in our thoughts and prayers. JoAnn and Bob
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Evelyn Thompson
February 24, 2020
I am so sorry to hear the sad news about Betty. She was one of the first people I met when we were going to move to Sweeny. Chester and my husband, J.O. worked together at Phillips and were friends for many years. My symathy to Tommie and Shirley on their loss. I hav... Continue Reading
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