Betty Rae Rice Allen

September 15, 1927 - May 19, 2024

Betty Rae Rice Allen, 96, of Beaumont, died Sunday, May 19, 2024. She was born on September 15, 1927, in Butler, Missouri, to Mary (Mae) Voss Rice and Clarence William Rice.

Betty moved to Beaumont at the age of nine months. She graduated from South Park High School in 1944.  Betty was a member of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church and she worked at Lamar State Bank for forty years.

Survivors include her daughter, Beckie Hales of Orange; sister, Alma Dale Hoell of Lumberton; grandchildren, Chad Hales and his wife, Melissa; James Bryson; Denise Sorrow and her husband, David; great-grandchildren, Tanner Hales, Erin Riley, Sevanna Grayce, Skylar Sorrow, Amanda Adams, Haley Bryson, and Macey Bryson; and a very special friend, Christi Nelson.

Betty is preceded in death by her husband, James Byron Allen; parents; daughter, Debbie Schiff; sister, Geneva Smith; and brothers, Leonard Earl Rice, William (Billy) Henry Rice, Bobby Joe (George) Rice, and Floyd Edward Rice.

A gathering of Mrs. Allen’s family and friends will begin at 1:00 p.m., with her funeral service to follow at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at Broussard’s, 2000 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont. Her interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.

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Gathering of Family and Friends

Broussard’s Mortuary McFaddin Ave.
  • 2000, Mcfaddin Avenue, Beaumont, Texas, 77701,
  • May 28, 2024
  • 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Funeral Service

Broussard’s Mortuary McFaddin Ave.
  • 2000, Mcfaddin Avenue, Beaumont, Texas, 77701,
  • May 28, 2024
  • 2:00 pm

Interment

Forest Lawn Memorial Park
  • 4955, Pine St, Beaumont, TX, 77703,
  • May 28, 2024

Comments (14)

    Pattee Newman says:

    I want to express my sincere sympathy to the Rice family . My last name was Whynot at the time.

    Beckie Hales says:

    We were just talking about the Whynot’s. I remember the tile on the front porch.

    Vickie Manley says:

    Beckie, Christi, and Aunt Dale our prayers are with you this day as you lay Aunt Betty to rest. We are with all of you in spirit and send lots of love your way. I hold such fond memories of days spent together with my cousins at the Allen household. Aunt Betty always had macaroni and cheese when I came over…it was my favorite growing up.
    Rest in peace Aunt Betty Rae, and give our love to all the family in Heaven waiting on your arrival!♥️🙏🏻🌹

    Beckie Hales says:

    I remember those fun times. Love to all

    Emily M Wickler says:

    Bekie, I am so sorry to read this. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Betty Rae was a dear, sweet person.
    Randy and Jackie Rice

    Beckie Hales says:

    Thank you Randy and Jackie

    Butch Rice says:

    So very sad to hear of our special Aunt Betty leaving us. So many fond memories of her smiles and laughter. We will miss her, but know she is now in heaven where peace and love is endless!
    Bless you Becky, in this difficult time. We lift you up in prayer.

    Beckie Hales says:

    It meant so much for you to be there. Love ya

    Kimberly Wade says:

    I am so sorry for this great loss. I sure loved Betty when I worked at Villas of Sunnyside. She was always so kind to me and was truly one of my favorite residents.

    Beckie Halrs says:

    Thank You

    Robert (R.O.) Williams, Jr. says:

    Saddened to learn of the loss of Betty Rae but what a full, winsome life. Our family was intertwined with the Rice family all the years thru church, school, and living in South Park…Betty always had a beautiful smile and a welcome hello. She represented Lamar Bank well…my prayers and blessings to all the family as they walk this sadness trail in life….Know that God walks with you 24/7 and will bless each step.

    Beckie Hales says:

    Thank you so much. I remember your family.

    Vivian and James Bloomfield says:

    Words cannot express the sadness we feel at the loss of our precious Aunt. Enormous thanks to Alma Dale, Beckie and Christi for the loving support provided by them for Betty Rae. We will miss and remember her often. Gods Peace.

    Beckie Halrs says:

    Love ya.

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