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Doris Countee Obituary
05/24/1928- 01/21/2023
"There is perfect joy and beauty in this everlasting light."
The life of Ms. Doris Richardine Countee will be celebrated on Thursday, February 2, 2023, 11 a.m. at Mabrie Memorial Mortuary. Visitation will be prior to service, 9 - 10:45 a.m.
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Danny Walton
June 14, 2024
Simply the best teacher I ever had. She was a bright light that shined on all. RIP sweet lady. Danny Walton class of 1975
Doris Lofted
May 2, 2024
Mrs Countee was a great Sunday School Teacher.
Therese Baer
May 1, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with her friends and family. She was a beloved teacher at Lee HS. Therese Klingler Baer
Doris Lofton
December 12, 2023
My sincere condolences to the Countee Family and her brother Charles Earle whom I attended school. I pray that God grants each of you his peace and everlasting grace.
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Stephen Paine
February 17, 2023
Miss Countee was my 10th grade biology teacher in 1973. I remember her well for her enthusiasm, intelligence and her friendly manner. She was a GOOD teacher! God is blessing her still.
Stephen Paine
STEVE KAHN
February 3, 2023
In 1973, I was a senior at Houston's Robert E Lee High School and the best class in the school was her Oceanography class. She took us on field trips and the class was so much fun because of her. I have never forgotten her and prey for her family. She was truly special and will be missed by all that knew her. A sweet and fun loving Lady. We will all be reunited together one day. Rest in Peace Ms. Countee... Steve 'Genghis' Kahn (aka in her class - Sea Turtle)
Doris R. Lofton
February 3, 2023
Sincere Condolences to the family of Mrs. Doris Countee. May your soul Rest in Peace. It is my prayer that God's protection completely surrounds this entire family and His Heavenly angels' comfort each and every one in this family and those whose life she touched.
Annetta Boggess Stoneham
February 2, 2023
Condolences to the family. Ms. Countee was my biology teacher at Booker T. Washington HS. She challenged me to make good grades as one of her students. I still remember her strong voice of encouragement.
Cheryl Dotson
February 2, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. She was once my teacher and church member.
Edwina Johnson Clark
February 1, 2023
Ms. Countee was my Physiology teacher wjrn I was in the 12th grade at Booker T. Washington High School in Independence Heights. It was always a pleasure attending her class each day. She was an outstanding, knowledgeable, and intelligent educator who was fair with her students and did not play favorites. The way she always projected her voice professionally when she spoke gave her a very distinct profile that helped me to learn how to speak publicly. May she Rest in Peace.
Tamera Roberts
February 1, 2023
To the family, please know Ms. Countee was a very loved teacher at Robert E. Lee high school.
I was in the band and we were a small band. However, the way she announced when we entered the field made us feel like we were 500 members strong!
She was an awesome teacher and wonderful counselor. She will be missed.
My prayers to the entire family.
William Wallace
February 1, 2023
Ms. Countee in a one word summary - Awesome. I took her Oceanography class at Lee HS. I remember a lot of teachers and professors, but she is one of the few that stands out in my mind and that made a difference in my life and education. I always had a love for the ocean, but she was able to make me not only know the science behind it and appreciate it more. She was a great teacher, announcer and most importantly a great person and made school a joy to show up. She always had a smile on her face and kind words for everyone. She will be remembered and missed by many. Rest well Ms. Countee, well deserved.
Karin Torgerson
February 1, 2023
Me. Countee was an original. She was tough, smart and wise. I only had one class with her, but I knew she cared. I wish there were more like her. To her family, thank you for sharing her with us. Godspeed, Ms. Countee.
Connie Adams
January 31, 2023
Mrs. Counter was one of the most memorable teachers I ever had. I learned so much in her oceanography class at Lee I breezed through my geology class at Texas A&M. She was one of a kind.
Mark Smalley
January 31, 2023
Ms. Countee was one of those people you will always remember. She was a kind, sweet spirit that always pushed you to be the best in whatever you were doing. As the leader of the children´s ministry at Antioch she affected many lives. Her dedication and commitment was a blessing to us all. She will be missed but her legacy will live on in her family and those countless lives she touched.
Mark Smalley
Herbert Bolden
January 31, 2023
My biology teacher at Booker T. Washington in Houston, TX. The little lady with the big voice and smile. God's Strength, Peace and Comfort be with her family.
Geneva Browning
January 30, 2023
I loved Marine Science at Robert E. Lee because of Ms. Countee. I think of her fondly. Her legacy lives on through all her students´ lives.
Annie Gaston
January 30, 2023
I am a graduate of Booker T. Washington 1960 class. Oh how I love Ms. Countee who taught the most exciting biology class and lived just around the corner in Fourth Ward. So grateful for her and all the ways she touched my life. Peace and Blessings to all who will miss her.
Annie Gaston
Sandra Gail Hardy Kelley
January 30, 2023
What a precious gift to all who knew her and had her as a teacher, friend, family members, etc. She was a jewel at BTW. Condolences to her family and friends. May God hold her in His Arms. I know she will be missed.
Marc Greer
January 29, 2023
Miss Countee was my favorite teacher,and she will be missed by so many who lives she impacted in such a wonderful way...RIP,Marc Greer
Melinda Gervais Ward
January 29, 2023
Ms. Countee was my oceanography teacher at Lee High School, and hands down one of the best teachers I've ever had. She made learning a true joy. And her annual field trips to Galveston to stock our fish tanks were not to be missed. She will be missed.
Deborah Jackson Lindley
January 29, 2023
Ms. Counted was my favorite teacher at Booker T Washington. Not only was she a super teacher but also someone you could talk to if need be. She was kind and understanding. I will always remember her standing at her classroom door and talking with Mr. Charlie Lucas as we were changing classes. Rest in piece your work here is done.
Patricia Bonner
January 27, 2023
Sorry if this is a duplicate. There was a technical problem.
Ms. Countee was my
Biology and Physiology teacher at Booker T. Washington. Her classes were so informative and her teaching was so inspirational. It was the dedication of Ms. Countee and other teachers which inspired me to become a Teacher.
Rest In Peace, Beloved teacher.
Lisa Richardson Lindley
January 25, 2023
She was a lovely lady and a wonderful teacher. I really enjoyed her class and teachings. God Bless you Ms. Countee
William Harnsberry
January 25, 2023
I will always be mindful of quietness. boldness of Miss Countee's stature. Her fairness across the spectrum of relationships could even effect the relentless. The teaching ability of such profoundness gave rise even to those who could grasp most thoughts; which was only indicative of being "Driven By The Spirit of God". Rest On Soldier In His Presence.
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