She is also preceded in death by brother Jimmy Bowden and sister Jeannette Phillips. Sister Dorris Wendt survives. She was an enthusiastic mother and housewife, and was active in her church as a volunteer and in organizations such as the United Methodist Women and the Aggie Moms. She was an excellent bridge player, and she loved quilting, cooking, and watching football. She kept her mind sharp with a daily routine of the crossword puzzle and Jeopardy.

She is survived by her children: son Ron and wife Liz, and grandson, Kevin Franks, daughter Rhonda, son Greg and wife Karen, and many nieces and nephews who will miss her dearly.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, August 16, at Klein Funeral Home, Champions. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 17, at Cypress United Methodist Church, 13403 Cypress N. Houston Rd., Cypress, TX 77429. If desired, memorial remembrances may be made to Cypress United Methodist Church or the charity of your choice.