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Valree Eugene "V.E." Brailsford

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Valree Brailsford Obituary

1930 - 2015 Valree Eugene V.E. Brailsford, 84, longtime resident, educator and civic leader of Abilene, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2015, in Abilene. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, July 28, 2015, at 11:00 AM, at Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel with Shane J. Mushonga officiating. Burial will follow at Elmwood Memorial Park. Visitation with the family will be held Monday, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, at the funeral home. Survivors include his wife, Billie; his children, Artie Brailsford of Fort Worth, TX., Cecil Land of Jasper, TX., Karen Land of San Antonio, TX; sister, Glodean Cooper of Beaumont, TX; brother, Lieutenant General (Ret.) Marvin Brailsford and wife, June of Beaumont, TX; eight grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and a host of relatives and friends. Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family at: www.elmwoodfuneral.com

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Published by The Beaumont Enterprise on Jul. 26, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Valree Brailsford

17 Entries

WILLIAM PONDER

July 21, 2020

Mr. Brailsford you're the heart of my education. I'm finally realizing what your efforts meant and how I apply them. Thank you, now rest peacefully. Carter G. Woodson Class of '64 7Grade

Amanda Martin (Class of '81)

August 17, 2015

RIP, Mr. Brailsford. Thank you for your dedication to educating and guiding those of us at Cooper. May God comfort your family and bless them with many happy memories.

James Barker

August 4, 2015

Thoughts are prayers for the family. He was a great man and will be missed.

Chambers

July 31, 2015

WE ARE THE RAMS; THE MIGHTY MIGHTY RAMS!
(LIBRARY PARAPROFESSIONAL)

Billie Traylor Scott

July 29, 2015

I was saddened to hear of the passing of my former principal at Wiergate and Burkeville High Schools. Professor Brailsford was an excellent principal and administrator, and a great disciplinarian. My class was the first integrated class at Burkeville High in 1970. A Black principal was unheard of at that time and in that area of Texas. He navigated us through a very difficult transition that school year. Professor Brailsford was a trailblazer and a leader!

Professor Brailsford also made great improvements to our small Wiergate High School, with the opening of the Arts Library. He had a love for educating young people. He cared for each student and knew every one by name. I salute him for his tenacity and willingness to stand firm and tall despite adversity.

I send my sincere sympathies to the family. Even though I live in California, my heart is part of the rural town of Wiergate, where I grew up. May you know that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal, and that you will see Professor Brailsford again on that "great getting up morning."

Mary Davis-Curl

July 28, 2015

My prayers are with the family. I remember Mr. Brailsford very fondly from my biology class. He taught me back in the 60th's. So sorry to hear about his passing.

HOWARD CAVER

July 28, 2015

My very strict but friendly chemistry teacher and later teacher-colleague at Woodson High School. He made a difference. May his wife and relatives be blessed with God's comfort.

Victor and Sandra (sister) Ponder

July 28, 2015

God's soldier of fortitude, discipline, professionalism and much more. He embedded in us the quality of dignity even if we were at Carter G Woodson colored school. Today,I am a much better product on God's earth which Mr. Brailsford instilled. At the time we do not see it, but over time the light shines. He would be highly upset over my typos in this message...Rest in Heaven Mr. Brailsford , Rest in Heaven task well done! Tell my Moms hello, for the Lord has two great educators looking over us as we proceed onward Christian soldiers. Blessings to your Family!

Joanne Hayes-Daniels

July 28, 2015

Thank you Mr. Brailsford for commanding respect from your students. That was a lesson that needs to be in all our lives. Rest in peace.
Joanne Hayes-Daniels (1965) Woodson

u.c. king jr

July 28, 2015

our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless you all. The king family

July 27, 2015

I remember Mr. Brailsford from Abilene Cooper 79-81. He was a man that commanded respect, and, once you got to know him, he was a warm and caring person. I will always remember him as my friend.

Teresa Woodard

July 27, 2015

Mr. B. was my mentor, friend, and brother in Christ. He taught me how to behave professionally. Prayers for the family in your loss, but know that Mr. B. had a positive influence on thousands of students, teachers, and community members...a life well-lived on Earth and now in Heaven. I am most blessed to have known him.

Shawn Wheeler

July 27, 2015

My condolences to the family. Mr. Brailsford was a good man. I have wonderful memories of him during my time at CHS as well as field trips we shared (my children, his grand). He will be missed.

Marie King

July 27, 2015

Though there no words to ease your pain, remember that he is now in heaven, in God's loving arms where he is now at peace. Val was a gentleman from sole to crown and a true friend. My prayers and sympathy to Billie and family.

Frances Baker

July 26, 2015

Condolences and sympathy to Marvin, June, Glodean, and the entire family on the loss of your loved one. Prayers that God will embrace and comfort you through this time of sorrow, and that you find healing as you reflect on the times and memories you shared with him.

Bobbie Sumerlin

July 26, 2015

Val was a prince who had a positive influence on many, many lives. I pray that he rests in peace, and that his family finds comfort in God's hands.

WAYNE & Cheryl ODOM and Family

July 25, 2015

Our prayers are with all the family, during your time of sorrows. ..
Be Strong In The Lord..

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