Pearlie Mae “Tippy” Pree
March 11, 1938 – May 4, 2020
Age 82
Pearlie was born and raised in Lewisville, AR, where she graduated from Lewisville High School. Later, she married her high school sweetheart, Roosevelt, and from this union four daughters were born. She spent the early years of her marriage as a proud military wife which allowed her to travel to many states and abroad before taking up permanent residence in Bellevue, NE. Her professional career started at United Way of the Midlands in Omaha, NE, in 1970, and lasted more than 35 years. She was an avid bowler, earning the nickname “Tippy” for her unique style. In addition to bowling, her other hobby was cooking for her family. Her specialty, sweet potato pie, will be handed down for generations.
Preceded in death by husband Roosevelt “Ted” Pree; granddaughter Katrina Gore; father Lemay Phillips; mother Pearlie Phillips; brothers Scott Phillips, Grady Phillips, Lemay “LP” Phillips, and Percy “Bubba” Phillips; sisters Vessie Hendrix, Margie Sanders, and Irene Phillips.
Survived by daughters Debra Gore, Cynthia Mason, Michelle Warren (Jerry), and Sandra Felton (Marc); grandchildren Terrance Pree, Justin Mason (Ashlee), Jocelyn Mason Knight (Stuart), Derris Warren (Roquita), Cameron Warren, Jasmine, Jessica and Jaden Felton; great-grandchildren Amaya, Ryan and Zoe Mason, and Aurelia Warren; many nieces and nephews.
Private Family Funeral Service: Tuesday, May 12, 1:00 p.m., at Bellevue Memorial Chapel.
To view the live broadcast of the funeral service, click the link below.
https://boxcast.tv/view/pree-funeral-service-999333
Interment: Bellevue Cemetery
Memorials will be directed by the family
23 Comments
Aunt Pearl we loved you dearly but God loved you more it is so hard to see you go, I will miss our phone calls bringing each other up to date regarding our family so now Debra, Cindy, Michele and Saundra I will be calling you. I am so sorry things happened the way they did but you guys know I would have been there if I could but I will be praying for all of you. My sincere condolences from your cousin Doll!
Mom was a sweet person and I loved her. She easily accepted me into her family and opened her heart to all of mine. Although we all will miss her greatly, when I spoke with her last, she emphasized that she just wanted to go home so that she could spend time with her family. She was to me as her name suggests, a PEARL!
“Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.” Matthew 5:4
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of need.
Peace, love, and blessings.
Dear Sandra and Family,
Sending my sincere heartfelt condolences to and your family.
Although I have never had the pleasure of meeting this sweet woman, I have the pleasure and privilege of being related to her daughter Sandra. If Sandra is anything like her mother, then I have truly missed meeting and knowing a gem. Sincere condolences are extended from Leslie and Harold Jones of MD.
Dear Michelle,
Please know that my heart is with you during this time of bereavement. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Please except my sincere sympathy to you and your family. My heart goes out to you in this trying time. May you, and your loved ones find strength, peace, love, and blessings.
With Our Deepest Sympathy, Thinking of you and your family in your hour of sorrow and extending our heartfelt sympathy.
Your Mom was a true gem a “Pearl”. I worked with her at United Way. May your memories of your loving Mother help you find peace and comfort during this difficult time. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Sandra, Marc and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. . Be Blessed..Shelly
I only met your mom a few times but I know she was someone who was most loved by her family. A reflection of that love will always be in the memories of your families. Peace, blessings and hugs.
I never thought I’d meet another lady as sweet as my own grandmas (one of my grandmother’s was also named Pearl), but then I met Grandma Pearl. You couldn’t help but love her and feel the warmth of her soul as soon as she hugged you. I loved hearing about her singing in church choirs and about how she was offered a scholarship to sing in college. I am sad that I only knew her a few years, but I am lucky to have known her at all. We will always carry a piece of her in our hearts. Hugs and prayers to her daughters and family.
Our condolences & prayers are with her family & friends. God called Ms. Pearl home so she can rest. We will miss you Ms. Pearl, but never forget you, as you dance in the light of Jesus.
Our condolences & prayers are with her family and friends. God called Ms. Pearl to rest. We have fond memories of her, she was a beautiful woman and a true Queen. We will miss you Ms. Pearl, but not forgotten as you dance in the light of Jesus.
I worked with Pearl at United Way for decades. We greeted each other every morning. She was a sweet and lovely person. I teased her about her bowling and offered to be her agent on “Bowling for Dollars.” She would just laugh politely. Pearl attended both my children’s weddings; I was honored. We attended one of her daughter’s weddings. When we retired, she joined a group of us several times for lunch. God bless you; we will all miss her.
My condolences to the family. Aunt Pearl will truly be missed. She was always just a phone call away,
Love Linda and family
I would like to send our deepest condolences to my cousins. We are keeping you all lifted in prayer. Aunt Pearl will be truly missed. I am going to miss the long talks on the phone with her. We love you, all. Rest in Love, Aunt Pearl. Love Always, Miranda and the Wilbon Family.
Dear Sandra,
Please know that our prayers are with you during this difficult time. We know how hard it is to lose someone you love. May God bless you and your family.
Shirley T. Thomas Carol A. Parran
I am very saddened that Pearl has passed away. I also worked with Pearl at United Way of the Midlands. I came to United Way from Kansas City, MO in 1983 and Pearl was one of the very first people I met. We worked on the same floor for over 20 years. We worked together until she retired. Pearl was just a great lady — soft spoken, kind, courteous and truly a “pearl.” I was part of the “Luncheon Group” that Pearl joined many times after we retired from United Way of the Midlands. It was so wonderful to be able to keep in touch and try to stay updated on each others lives. I will miss that a lot. Bless all of the Family during this time.
My condolences to the family.
As everyone has already said, Mrs. Pree was so warm and inviting. I remember as a child, I loved when Sandra came into town because that meant that I was going to go over to Mrs. Pree’s house. I loved her voice (& her laugh).. it was so calming. As a child, I would make sure my mom went to visit Sandra during meal times (my secret is out) so I could get a taste of whatever Mrs. Pree blessed us with that day!
Our faith reassures us that she is in a better place. I’m blessed to have a god mom who gets her grace, warmth and calmness from her mother (Mrs. Pree) so that Mrs. Pree continues to shine through.
Mrs. Pree will be missed.
My deepest and heartfelt condolences to Sandra and family.
I have great memories from my childhood, hanging out so many times at the Pree’s home and Mrs. Pree being so sweet and welcoming into what I felt was my 2nd home. I will never forget her extraordinarily kind nature and voice, which were always so comforting. I pray you all find comfort and healing peace in your wonderful memories.
My prayers go out to Sandra and for her family. I wish you to be well and know you do not walk.
You do not walk alone. We are with you.
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