Bettye Joyce Jones was born on March 20, 1933 to Steve and Harriet Brooks in Houston, Texas. Bettye received her education at Jack Yates High School.Bettye married in 1966 to her soul mate Roy Jones. They spent many happy years together.Bettye passed away on April 25, 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents, Steve and Harriet Brooks; and brothers; Sterling, James and Lionel Brooks.Bettye's life will be cherished and remembered by many, including 2 daughters: Kim Sarvar and Mary Williams; 3 grandchildren: Crystal Spivey, Sterling Williams and Winston Williams, 2 great-grandchildren: Isaiah Spivey and Diamond Spivey; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving relatives and friends.