Roberta Lea Brummett

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Roberta Lea Brummett, affectionately known as BOBBE and Dr. B , at the age of 86. She departed this life on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, in Las Vegas, NV.

Born on March 30, 1939, in Saint Maries, Idaho, Bobbe's life was marked by dedication to education and service. She completed her high school education at Burns High School in Burns, Oregon, and pursued higher studies at Eastern Washington State University in Cheney, WA, where she earned both her Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Science. Her academic journey culminated in a Doctor of Philosophy in Special Education from Utah State University in Logan, Utah.

Bobbe served her country with honor as part of the Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service with the US Naval Reserve, stationed at Bremerton Hospital, Bremerton, WA, as a hospital corpsman, third class HM3 (E-4). Her exemplary service was recognized with a Certificate of Honor from the Waves, US Navy-unit 26W-1958 and the Department of the Navy Good Conduct Award.

A dedicated educator, Bobbe devoted her career to teaching and supporting students on multiple Native American reservations, universities and schools. Her roles included teacher, dean,vice principal, principal, and university professor. She retired from both New Mexico State Educators and Nevada State Educators, leaving a legacy of commitment to Special Education.

Bobbe's family was central to her life, and she is survived by her nieces and nephews: Lorrie Dewitt, Andy Barry, Houston Brummett, III, Regina Hull, Loréne Bates, and Joseph Bates, as well as her grandniece and nephews: Houston Brummett, IV, Payton Hull, Dane Hull, and Garrett Barry.

Her community service was exemplified by her recognition as the Special Olympics Volunteer of the Year in New Mexico. Bobbe enjoyed hobbies such as softball, watching the Seattle Mariners, video poker, going out for dinner (Cheeseburgers and Coke Zero), and collecting EVERYTHING Randy Johnson; baseball cards, shoes, and t-shirts. She cherished watching movies and spending time with children.

Dr. Roberta Lea Brummett will be laid to rest alongside her parents and brother, a testament to her deep family ties. Her personal mantras where, "Jesus, Mary, and Joseph," and "Peachy Keen"

Bobbe's life was a beacon of dedication, service, and love, and she will be dearly missed by all who knew her.