Tommie accepted Jesus Christ into her heart while attending St. Andrews United Methodist Church during her childhood years. As an adult, she joined Ebenezer United Methodist Church where she was a faithful member for over 60 years. She was a member of the choir and served as the President of the Senior Visionaires. She also became a member of The Gathering a neighborhood group.
Educated in the Houston Independent School District, she attended Wesley Elementary and Harper Jr. High School. She later attended Booker T. Washington High School and graduated in 1947. She then went on to begin college at Los Angeles County General College. She later transferred to Wiley College where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. During her days at Wiley College she became a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. Shortly after graduating, she began working at Harris County Flood Control District as a Chemist. She continued her education at Texas Southern University where she obtained her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry in 1960. After obtaining her second degree, she began working at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center as a technician. She was the only trained technician on the Blood Cell Separator and later become the Head of the Department of Developmental Therapeutics. After devoting 35 years to M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, she retired.
In 1952, Tommie married her love of her life, Paul Clarence Daniels. To this union three children were born: David H. Daniels, Daryl A. Daniels and Paulette D. Daniels (Pierson).
Tommie loved to travel and immerse herself in different cultures. She also enjoyed attending plays, Broadway shows and musicals. Tommie always had a zest for knowledge and was a lifelong learner. During her lifetime, Tommie treated every person she met like family.
She is preceded in death by Paul C. Daniels (Husband), David L. Word Sr. (Father), Vivian M. Word (Mother), David L. Word Jr.(Brother), and Ruthell M. Smith (Sister).
Tommie leaves to cherish her memories David H. Daniels (Cheryl), Daryl A. Daniels (Beth) and Paulette D. Pierson; six grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren, three great-great grandchild and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and loved ones.
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