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Mrs. Amanda Thelma “Ms. Tootsie” Tyree

03/19/1920 - 09/25/2021

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Obituary For Mrs. Amanda Thelma “Ms. Tootsie” Tyree

Mrs. Amanda Thelma “Ms. Tootsie” Tyree, formerly of Beckley, WV moved from her earthly home to her eternal resting place on Saturday, September 25, 2021, in Grand Prairie, TX.

She was born in Tralee, WV on March 19, 1920, to the late Annie Bernice Manns and Jessie B. Johnson and was one of 11 siblings, four girls and seven boys.

On October 16, 1938, she married her beloved husband, the late Rev. Eric Tyree and to that union five children were born, son and daughters.

She moved from Beckley to Charleston, WV, a few years after her husband passed.

She was preceded in death by her late husband; parents, Annie Bernice and Jessie Johnson; brothers: Alonzo, Lee, Frank, George, Ralph, Louis, Claude, sisters, Rosa, and Emma and son, Eric Donald.

She leaves to cherish her memory four daughters, Rosetta, Marykaye, Beverly and Teresa; sister, Minnie Baynes; daughter-in-law, Rose Tyree; son-in-law, Pastor Lawrence Robinson; (9) nine grandchildren; (6) six great-grandchildren; (4) four great-great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends.

Private (family only) funeral service, limited to twenty-five, due to COVID 19 restrictions, will be 11:00AM Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at the Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor Chapel 748 S. Fayette St. Beckley. Burial will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Prosperity.

Friends, while wearing masks and observing social distancing, may view one hour prior to the service.

Email condolences to ritchie-johnson@suddenlinkmail.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie &Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley.

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10/18/2021

Angella Rhodes

To the family of Mrs.Tyree we send out love, prayers, and condolences haven has truly gained another angel. Love to you all. Angella Dews-Rhodes
10/06/2021

Diane Woodruff

I remember the good times at New Hope Baptist Church in Beckley W. VA. Going to the choir rehearsals with my grandmother (Clara Beene). The anointed selections (ex. Somewhere Around the Throne of God) from the Tyree family. We also had good times at Mrs. Tootsie's basement with Teresa and the crew. Prayers for the family and God bless you. Love Diane Woodruff (Mrs. Beene granddaughter)
10/06/2021

Francine

Amen Ms. Tootsie. Prayers and love to the Family. Love you "BB" - Francine
10/06/2021

Mary Burks

From the moment I met Amanda nearly 20 years ago in Dallas we connected! She was God fearing and loving woman of the Lord. She insisted I come to W Va with her to visit so glad I did. Over the years she's shared many memories with me of her life! She was truly loved by all who met her! She will be missed! May she rest in The bosom of the Lord until we meet again! ❤️❤️❤️
10/04/2021

Anita smith

Sister Three was a true friend. Love you and she will be missed. Anita Smith Dunbar WV.
10/01/2021

Yvonne Staples-Brown

To the beautiful family of Mrs. Tyree, we first honor each of you. I've got amazing memories from my childhood of most of you. Thank God for you all. I'm honored to have known Mrs. Tyree!! I remember when Ms. Addie Law had the idea to get a gospel group together, Mrs. Tyree made the dresses for us girls, and a perfect job she did. The closeness of our families made it seem like she truly were a Mother. Her care and concern about our wellbeing were none to less sincere and genuine. I want this family to know you're truly Loved and if at anytime I can be of help don't hesitate to contact me. May the Blessings of the Lord be upon your lives. As we all are living to live again one day we say Mrs. Tyree we'll see you later. Sleep well and take your rest. We love you all Sincerely, Michael and Yvonne Staples-Brown