Poole, Betty Rose Ray – departed this life on February 24, 2012 at her home. She was born to her parents, Rachel and Jacob Ray, Sr. on March 10, 1938. Mrs. Poole was a member of First Calvary Baptist Church for many years while a resident of Golden Age Retirement Home for over 28 years. Preceded in death by husband, Willie Poole. She leaves to cherish her memory: children, Albert (Jennifer) and Lenoria Allison, Teresa (Leon) Thomas of Cincinnati, OH and Cornelia Page; grandchildren: LaQuisha Poston, Atleeta Tillery, James Booker, Jr. of Oak Ridge, TN, Reuben Brewer of Cincinnati, OH, Desiree and Samuel Bates, Brandon, Benjamin and Bella Allison; eleven great grandchildren, one great great grandchild and a host of other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends on Thursday, March 1, 2012 at Unity Mortuary Chapel from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. with the funeral service to follow. A biblical reading by grandson, Reuben Brewer. The interment will take place at New Gray Cemetery where a full dove release will conclude the service.
May the precious memories of Ms. Betty comfort and unite the family in this difficult time of grief.
To the Family of Betty Poole: How thankful we can be that Life Everlasting is promised. How this grand future is sure So, then now that we can live forever this is worth all endeaver for God’s promise is faithful, his word will come true. taken from Psalms 37:29. Betty will truly be missed by us all ,and you have our deepest sympathy, and love. Sincerely yours, Evelyn Cox Ray and family in Michigan
To the Family of Betty Poole: Betty will be greatly missed and we are sorry we are unable to attend her service be assured of our sorrow that we feel and fond memories will be in our hearts continually. Sincerely Yours, Vernon,,Lashaun, Miquiella, and Verquavion