Eliza Bowers, affectionately known as “Aunt Liza,” passed away peacefully at her home where she resided for 63 years and was a pillar of the community. She was born on March 12, 1923, in Streetman, TX, to the parentage of George Hartsell and Mary Ackles. Aunt Liza grew up in Streetman where she attended school; however, her ambitious spirit led her to leave Streetman and head to Dallas, TX in 1955 with only $20 and a dream of a better life.
Upon arriving in Dallas, she attended South Dallas Baptist Church and worked diligently in the hospitality and food service industries. This is where she met her future husband, Waymond Bowers. They were married for nearly 20 years until he lost his battle with cancer in the 1970s. After his death, Aunt Liza remained a life-long widow and kept herself busy by simultaneously working multiple jobs. While she never had biological children, she was a mother-like figure to many. She had a generous, loving, and thoughtful disposition, and took pleasure in helping those in need. Given her innate desire to care for others, she continued her life’s work as an aide and caregiver to a host of senior citizens and remained in this profession for several years until she retired.
She was fiercely independent and known for getting things done as evidenced by the fact that she continued to live by herself well into her late 90s. Ultimately, she did require more help because of her advanced age and declining health; nonetheless, she would still insist on helping as much as she could because she was accustomed to doing things on her own and did not want to “bother” people. Those who knew and loved her will always remember her sharp wit, strength, courage, and perseverance. Aunt Liza lived a long life that was well lived and because of this, she will live in our hearts forever and be dearly missed. In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her sister, Victoria Hodge. Aunt Liza will be lovingly remembered by countless nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, and friends.
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