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On Monday, November 5, 2018, Ms. Theresa Brotherton Sneed, loving mother and grandmother entered into eternal rest at the age of 97 with family by her side. Ms. Theresa Brotherton Sneed was born on March 21, 1921 in Lewisville, Texas to the late Mr. & Mrs. Luther Brotherton Sr. Her immense influence and impact on her family is immeasurable and she will be greatly missed but not forgotten. She received her childhood education from the Public School of Dallas and graduated from Booker T. Washington High School. She received her operations course in cosmetology at the Dallas Madame C.J. Walker College of Beauty Culture in 1940 as well as her teacher training in 1945. Subsequently, Ms. Sneed was tasked with supervising the Beauty Culture Department of Brady Training School for Negro Girls before taking the position as an instructor at the Madame C.J. Walker College of Beauty Culture. She held a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science and History from Bishop College (Summa Cum Laude). She obtained her Master’s from Prairie View A&M, where she also served as Assistant Dean of Women. Later, she embarked on a career in education in the Dallas Independent School District where she taught at James Madison High School, was on the inaugural staff at L.G. Pinkston High School, when it opened to serve the community of West Dallas, and worked as a Regional Career Counselor for (DISD). She was employed by many other schools within the district for over 30+ years until her retirement from John B. Hood Middle School in 1991.
Alpha Alpha chapter of the Alpha Phi Omega Sorority, the Dallas Association of Counselors, the Texas State Association of Negro Beauty Culturist, the NAACP, the Y.W.C.A, American Vocational Association, and the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce. Ms. Sneed was a dedicated and beloved member of the Alpha XI Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.®️ As Golden Soror her roles included Basileus, Dean of Pledges, Undergraduate Advisor, a contributor on numerous committees, and a mentor to many. In addition to her many years of service within the sorority she shared the bonds of sisterhood with her granddaughter Theresa, her sister-in-law Elora, and her niece Hazel. Ms. Theresa Brotherton Sneed rejoins her much loved older brothers Luther Brotherton Jr, Lee Gilbert Bilal “L.G”, and grandson Darryl B. Sneed who preceded her in death. ReRe, as she was so lovingly called by close friends and family is survived by her younger brother Marvin A. Brotherton (Elora) and only child Wendell B. Sneed (Gayla).
She leaves to cherish her memory to her five loving grandchildren, Michael D. Sneed (Dorothy), Kevin G. Sneed (Carmen), Kerry L. Sneed (Teresa), Theresa G. Sneed-Hardy (Myron), Khalil B. Sneed (Angel), and her combined 11 great grandchildren; Mykel, Myesha, Jeriah, Caden, Tristan, Morgen, Madison, Maleia, Khalil Jr., Kayla, Kyra. Her Brotherton legacy is carried out by her many nieces and nephews and their families, that she so affectionately called her Her personal relationship with Christ led her children. to become an active member of St. John Baptist Church. Under Pastor Dr. Snowden Ms. Theresa B. Sneed’s son and grandchildren McKinnon at Highland Hills Presbyterian Church were the pride and joy of her life. The legacy of she performed the duties of an Elder, Church her giving spirit, passion for family, and love for Mother, and Session Leader until she united education will live on through them. with Loving Fellowship Baptist Church under the leadership of her grandson Pastor Dr. Michael John 14:17 27 “Peace I leave with you; my D. Sneed. peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled Ms. Sneed led a distinguished life of leadership, and do not be afraid.” friendship, and service. She was a member of the
Order of Service Rev. Myron Hardy Officiating Minister Concord Church Prelude Video Montage Processional Funeral Cortege Song Tracy Satterwhite
Old Testament Rev. Leroy Napier New Testament Rev. Denise Foxx Prayer Soror Linda Mayberry Song Sydney Carter
Resolutions Loving Fellowship Baptist Church Soror Avalyn Pace Alpha Xi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. James Madison High School Dallas TX L. G. Pinkston High School Dallas TX Reading of the Obituary Silently Soft Music Special Family Remarks Kevin G. Sneed Tristan K. Hardy Song Soror Sherel Riley Accompaniment Roger Boykin Eulogy Pastor Dr. Michael D. Sneed Invitation to Christ Recessional The Funeral Cortege
In Memory of Mother “I remember you in this solemn hour, my dear mother. I remember the days when you lived on Earth, and your tender love that watched over me like a guardian angel. You have now gone from me, but the bond which unites our souls can never be severed; your image lives within my heart. May the merciful Father reward you for the faithfulness and kindness you have ever shown me; may he lift up the light of his countenance upon you, and grant you eternal peace! Amen. “
Love you,.. Your Son
And God Said . . . “I’ll make a woman” A woman of substance, A woman of pride, A woman who is able to put petty things aside. A woman of integrity, A woman of love, A woman who is worthy of The treasures from above. A woman who is genuine, A leader in every way God said, “I’ll make a woman . . .”
I’ll call her
AKA.
Our Gratitude and Appreciation We would like to express our sincere gratitude and heartfelt thanks for your prayers and support during a very difficult time for our family. We sincerely appreciate your sentiments of love. May you all forever be blessed.
~The Family of Theresa Brotherton Sneed Active PallBearers Kerry Sneed Tristan Hardy Kevin Sneed
Khalil Sneed Ken Brotherton Grady Brooks
Honorary PallBearers Wendell Sneed Marvin Brotherton Sr. Lee G. Brotherton Roger Boykin
Luther Brotherton Jeriah Sneed Kenneth Cook Marvin Brotherton Jr.
Repast Immediately following Loving Fellowship Baptist Church
INTERMENT
Lincoln Memorial Cemetery 8100 Fireside Drive Dallas, Tx 75217
Final arrangements entrusted to Evergreen Memorial Funeral Home 6449 University Hills Blvd, Dallas, Tx 75241
Program Designed by Demarcus McGaughey : 214.597.0327 : info@demarcusmcgaughey.com