Nellie Nadine Pentecost, our beloved and beautiful grandmother, aunt, cousin, mother-in-law, and friend passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 9, 2019, at Legacy of Town Creek, Palestine, Texas. Nell was born in Humble, Texas April 8,1923 and was a lifelong resident of Humble, where she was a loving devoted wife and mother. Nell is proceeded in death by her parents, sister Delia, brother Eddie, husband Johnnie Ray, sons: Darris Ray, Anthony Wayne, Kenneth Dale, and grandson Darris, Jr. She is survived by her daughter-in-law, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, cousins, and several friends.
Nell’s strong faith in God has led her to be an inspiration for us all, and for many years she served her community as a Deputy for the Harris County Sheriff’s Department. Upon her retirement from the Sheriff’s Department, Nell loved traveling all over the country in her Winnebago. She also had a passion for swinging the golf club and drinking a high ball or two!!! There was never a dull moment with Nell around and her contagious laugh. Nell’s zest and enthusiasm for life, are all the things she will surely be remembered for, as well as her incredible barbecues and chocolate cinnamon cake.
To celebrate the life of Nellie Nadine Pentecost, a graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 23, 2019, at Brookside Funeral Home located at 13747 Eastex Freeway, Houston, Texas 77039.
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