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Bettie Mills Obituary
She was born Dec. 4, 1944, to the late Otis B. Hooper and Thelma Hooper Young. She was a brave survivor of the 2005 Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans, La. Despite the tragedy of Hurricane Katrina, she never lost her faith or trust in God, even though the illness that fell upon her.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Lois Hooper Truhart; and her brothers, Clifton 'Butch' Taylor and Lewis 'Louie'.
She leaves to mourn her daughter, Sheron Moton-Brown (James Jr.); a son, Le'Mar Mills; two grandsons, Brandon Moore Sr. (Janmel) and Preston Moore Sr. (Jessica Thomas); five great-grandchildren, Halla Beckham, Aniya Harrison Moore, Preston Derozan, Brandon Moore Jr. and Preston Moore, Jr.; siblings, Vera Hooper-Primrose (William) of Delaware, William Hooper (Anna) of Durban, South Africa and Harrisburg, Pa., Earlene Hooper of Long Island, N.Y., Frieda Hooper Essiq (Steve) of Hampton, Va., Otis Hooper (Barbara) of Yorktown, Va., Beryl Savage (Theodore) of Baltimore, Md., and Linda Taylor of Baltimore, Md., Dr. Dwight Hooper (Connie) of Atlanta, Ga., Dwayne Hooper and Family of Baltimore, Md.; Eartha Ash (Sylvester) of Williamsburg, Va., Gloria Smith of Manhattan, N.Y., Juanita Smith of Hampton, Va., and Alexander 'June Barbar' Hooper of Winston-Salem, N.C.; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
A funeral service will be held at noon Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2008, at New Life Church, 1525 Power Plant Parkway, Hampton. Interment to follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. The Hooper- Mills family is receiving services of comfort at Nickelson-Cummings Funeral Home, 4304 Victoria Blvd., Hampton. (757) 728-0122. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Frieda Hooper
August 12, 2022
It´s been 14 years that you been in heaven. I wonder is it what you imagine or better. I miss you so much. Love your sister Frieda
Lydia Turner
August 26, 2008
I'm a co-worker of Bettie, we were members of Federal Employed Women(FEW) during the same tenure. My condolences are with the family.
Verna Rahman
August 24, 2008
Bettie and I were employed at the same agency, but we did not work together. We were both members of the local chapter of Federally Employed Women. She lived close to the facility, and sometimes after meetings I would drop her off at home. We talked like old friends. Bettie was a trooper, and always offered help in any way that she could. Although she struggled with illness, she would not quit, preferring instead to maintain her viability. Family members, my prayers go to you during your hour of bereavement. God will take care.
Gayle Hollman
August 22, 2008
I would like to express my sympathy to the faimily and friends of Betty. May God Bless and keep everyone in his care for she is in a better place looking down and saying please do not cry for me. I am at home with my Lord and Savior.
God Bless and be at peace. Love you
Vera Hooper-Primrose
August 21, 2008
So sorry that due to illness, as our Heavenly Father knows and cares about, I was unable to attend my sister, Betty's funeral. God knows our hearts by our walk, not by our speech for He has said, "Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God." Betty exemplified a Christ-like spirit by her walk, her actions and the love she had for others. She SHOWED her love. that's why I know one day I will see and dwell with her again." No, It's not an easy road to travel but with God's mercy, grace and the power of His precious blood covering me, like Betty, I and all God's children, will make it also. Betty is a perfect example that we who are truly His can make it. Know that and Just keep the faith, no matter how people treat you or what they say or do, know that GOD will see you through. Just trust Him.
Bill and Vera Hooper Primrose
Frieda Hooper Essiq
August 20, 2008
Betty and I were so close. I loved my sister because she was a true and real loving sister. I know she now have a new zip code and it is in heaven. Betty I do miss you but we will be together oneday forever and never to depart. The love of a sister is so special that noone can understand and I have that love for you.
antoinette e. davis
August 19, 2008
Sometimes you don't have the words to say when it is someone close to you. Ms. Bettie was like my second mom and really loved her. Sheron was big sister when i needed her to be and Lemar was my little brother. I will miss her very much. My prayers and love are with you. If you need anything call me and let me know. I love you Sheron and Lemar.
Antoinette E. Davis, New Orleans, Louisiana
504-281-8195 or 504-373-5684
Elaine T Davis
August 19, 2008
When Bettie came to the New Orleans area in the early 80's, she came as my new boss. The section head in the Accounting Department of the United States Department of Agriculture. She became more than my supervisor, because I found her to not only be highly intellegent in accounting concepts, I also found her to be a child of the Most High GOD. Not only in her words but in her deeds. Although, I left the department in 1984 our friendship still remained strong. She was the godmother of my youngest child, Elyana. The song writer wrote, be not dismayed whatever be the tide, GOD will take care of you. To the Hooper and Mills families, our prayer is that you be strong in the LORD and in the power of his might. LeMar and Sheron remember all the joy she brought into your life and the lessons on how to live victoriously. The Davis Family in New Orleans will never forget her and the joy she brought into our lives.
Michael Davis
August 19, 2008
Frieda ,so sorry for the passing of your sister. I will never forget the kindness she showed me when I was a stranger in her town.. (New Orleans) My prayer are with you and your family, Michael Davis
Barbara Goldstrohm
August 19, 2008
Frieda and Family,
May God be with you and your family in your time of sorrow. Even though it is hard now when a loved one leaves us. We as Christians know that one day through Jesus Christ we will be with our loved ones again.
Love,
Barb, Goldie, Andie, Tyler and Nikki
William and Anna Hooper
August 19, 2008
To My Family,
Sorry Anna and I were unable to attend my sister's homegoing as we are in Durban, South African. We had good times together and I know I will see her again.
Sherlock Bruce
August 18, 2008
May God provide the Mills family and their friends the strength that they need during their time of bereavement.
Abram & Ernestine Taylor
August 18, 2008
Dear Family, We were sadden to hear of the lost of your dearly beloved Betty Jean. You have our deepest sympathy.
Tyrian Spellman
August 18, 2008
Frieda and Family,
Jesus heals the broken hearted and bindeth up all their wounds. I am sorry to hear of the passing of Bettie Jean. It seems almost like yesterday, that we all walked togather to Greenbriar Elmentary School ,and in later years ,waited for the school bus to attend jr high and high school. Please accept my condolences.
Sidney Combs
August 18, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Delois Harvey
August 18, 2008
We are sadden by your lost. Our prayers are with you.
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