September 12, 1937 – July 10, 2022

Betty Jean Brown Mann, age 84, of Friendswood, TX, passed away at home on July 10, 2022. She is predeceased by her second husband, Dr. Richard Stanley Mann, and sister, Barbara Mae Brown Stembridge. She leaves behind sisters, Addie Ernestine Brown Duncan Miller and Pamela Charlene Brown Cross; daughters, Cheryl Lynne Jones Townsend (Bobby) and Becky Anne Jones McGoldrick (Robert); grandchildren, Kathleen Frances McGoldrick, Elizabeth Anne McGoldrick, and Matthew Robert McGoldrick; special friend, Dr. Robert Jackson Griffon; a nephew; and several nieces.

Born September 12, 1937 in Frostproof, Florida, Betty Jean was the oldest child of Ernest Lamar Brown and Zera Belle Johnson Brown Allen and was baptized Methodist. Named after movie stars Betty Grable and Jean Harlow, she was a very popular student and beauty queen. She was also known as BJ, a nickname given to her by her basketball coach. She was involved in many high school activities including cheerleading, band, basketball, yearbook, dance, and piano. She was awarded the American Legion School Award.

Betty graduated from Frostproof High School in 1955 and briefly attended Florida State University majoring in accounting.  She then attended IBM business courses. She went on to marry, raise a family, and have secretarial and office management careers.  She also took art lessons, played the guitar, and cooked delicious meals.

Betty came to Houston, Texas in the 1960s and moved to Friendswood in early 2000.

Betty will be remembered for her well-appointed homes, her beautiful landscaping and flower gardens, her generosity, and her interest in history. Her landscaping received many compliments, and she found her greatest joy working in her yard. She sponsored many of her grandchildren’s activities, financially supported many friends and family members in need, and donated to several charities. She also had a keen interest in genealogy, particularly the Civil War era. She held many positions in the United Daughters of the Confederacy, including Treasurer and President, and was honored to be voted Honorary Life President, Texas Division.

Betty’s family is extremely grateful to Lisa Ragland Caregivers, Traditions Hospice, and the many supportive friends and neighbors who helped them during this time. Without them, her family would not have been able to honor Betty’s wishes.

Services will be held at Jeter Memorial Funeral Home, 311 N. Friendswood Dr., Friendswood, Texas 77546. The viewing will be Tuesday, July 19, 2022 from 5 – 7 p.m.  The funeral will be Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at 10 a.m. and will be officiated by Pastor David Bridges of Friendswood Friends Church. A graveside burial will immediately follow at the Friendswood Friends Church, Friendswood, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, you may donate to the charity of your choice.

Pallbearers will be Bobby Townsend, Robert McGoldrick, Matthew McGoldrick, Robert Griffon, Jr., Mark Griffon, and Jonathan Moore.

Condolences may be sent to the family in care of Jeter Memorial Funeral Home at www.jeterfuneralhome.com.