Earnestine Williams Phillips Bratton was born February 12, 1921 in Keechi, Louisiana to Inez Williams and Judge Phillips. She entered eternal rest on Tuesday, November 10th.
She moved to Timpson, Texas at a young age, where she lived until her mother’s death. She then lived with her aunt Landora Tucker and graduated from Timpson High. Earnestine united with Northside Antioch Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend J.C. O’Conner, Reverend Robert Staggers, and Reverend Tremel Prudhomme (Current Pastor).
She was active in and outside of the church. She was a part of Northside Antioch Baptist Church for 60 plus years. At Northside, she was a member of the Usher Board, Communion Committee, Mission, Christian Benevolent, Deaconess, Eastern Star, Galena Manor Aerobics, and The Traveling Club.
Earnestine met and married Willie T. Bratton. They lived in Houston’s 5th Ward until they made a final move to Galena Manor (Galena Park, TX). Together they raised Betty, Donald, Delton, and Linda. They shared 47 years together.
Earnestine was blessed to have a second Mother and family. Elvina “Doll” Phillips and her family (Stepbrothers/Sisters “The Richmon Clan”)
She is survived by her daughter Linda, Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, Great Great Grandchildren, Nieces, Nephews, Stepbrothers/Sisters (“The Richmond Clan”), neighbors and a host of relatives and friends.
Preceding her in death – Willie T. Bratton, Betty, Donald and Delton. B.D., Bennie, Richard and Geraldine (Siblings).
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