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Mary Elizabeth “Beth” Brinkley
05/01/1930 — 01/05/2013
From Richland, WA, USA | Born in Imperial, NE
Mary Elizabeth “Beth” Brinkley
Mary Elizabeth "Beth" Brinkley passed away at her home on January 5, 2013. Beth was born On May 1, 1930 in Nebraska, later lived in Kansas, San Jose California, and Prosser Washington. She graduated from Prosser High school, and worked as a legal secretary for Sensney and Davis law firm in Prosser. There she met James Lawless, and the two were married. They had five children, Greg, Scott, Sue, Tim and Linda. All of whom have survived Beth and all of whom were with her in her final days. After the death of Jim Lawless, Beth remarried Harold Brinkley and they resided in the Meadow Springs area of Richland. The Brinkley family welcomed Beth into their midst, where she was accepted as a member of their extended family. Beth was devoted to her family. She was an active participant in her Church. She was a loyal friend to all who knew her. A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, January 12th at 11:00 AM at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Kennewick, WA. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hospice at the Chaplaincy, 2108 W. Entiat, Kennewick, WA 99336.
Heartfelt sympathy for our loss of a wonderfull friend and lady who enriched our lives with her loving spirt
Beth is a very special person. Her strength, love, and open heart were inspiring and much appreciated when I got to know her as a teenager. I remember once, after an aborted fishing trip, she took 4 of us teenagers in at about 6:30 on a Sunday morning and cheerfully fed us all breakfast, wet and smelly as we were, and was gracious and loving. She will always have a place in my heart as a great mom and role-model.
I only have met Aunt Beth twice. She was my dad’s sister. Even thou my parents have passed she kept in touch and always a Christmas card about her family. She would send me special heartfelt stories or prayers by email. I use to think of her as my secret angel. It seemed when life was most difficult I would get that special email. My prayers to all the family. She will be greatly missed but always remembered. Aunt Beth..you were a very special Aunt.
I count knowing Beth as a blessing in my life. She was truly a gracious lady.
Harold, Jerry and family — so sorry for your loss. Beth was so very kind and gracious.
Sincerely,
Kimberli
I knew Beth for many years, not only was she kind and caring and always considerate of others, she was a great friend to me. I always smiled when she would walk by and hoped she had time to stop and talk. She was a wonderful human being and my deepest sympathies go out to her family in this difficult time.
To the Brinkley and Lawless families,
We wish you wonderful memories! Remember, you always have a very “special Angel” watching over you and sending love to your heart as only a mother could. Close your eyes and enjoy those loving arms.
Our love to all of you. God Bless.
Heartfelt sympathy for our loss of a wonderfull friend and lady who enriched our lives with her loving spirt
Beth is a very special person. Her strength, love, and open heart were inspiring and much appreciated when I got to know her as a teenager. I remember once, after an aborted fishing trip, she took 4 of us teenagers in at about 6:30 on a Sunday morning and cheerfully fed us all breakfast, wet and smelly as we were, and was gracious and loving. She will always have a place in my heart as a great mom and role-model.
I only have met Aunt Beth twice. She was my dad’s sister. Even thou my parents have passed she kept in touch and always a Christmas card about her family. She would send me special heartfelt stories or prayers by email. I use to think of her as my secret angel. It seemed when life was most difficult I would get that special email. My prayers to all the family. She will be greatly missed but always remembered. Aunt Beth..you were a very special Aunt.
I count knowing Beth as a blessing in my life. She was truly a gracious lady.
Harold, Jerry and family — so sorry for your loss. Beth was so very kind and gracious.
Sincerely,
Kimberli
I knew Beth for many years, not only was she kind and caring and always considerate of others, she was a great friend to me. I always smiled when she would walk by and hoped she had time to stop and talk. She was a wonderful human being and my deepest sympathies go out to her family in this difficult time.
To the Brinkley and Lawless families,
We wish you wonderful memories! Remember, you always have a very “special Angel” watching over you and sending love to your heart as only a mother could. Close your eyes and enjoy those loving arms.
Our love to all of you. God Bless.
Dear Sue and Family,
I’m very sorry for you loss and wish you peace at this difficult time.
With deepest condolences,
Michelle Awasthi
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Mary Elizabeth “Beth” Brinkley