Opal Inez Brown Obituary (1922 - 2015) - Porterville, California

Opal "Inez" Brown, a life-long resident of Porterville, passed away on January 6 at the age of 92. She was born April 5, 1922 in Thida, Arkansas. Inez was preceded in death by her husband, Bankston. She was a member of the Linda Vista Church of Christ and the Women's Bible Class. Her church family was an important part of her life. Inez was a homemaker who took that job seriously, from cooking her special meals and potluck dishes to making quilts for her grandchildren. Sewing was a passion which she loved and continued to enjoy as long as she was able. In the early years, Inez joined Bankston on nearby rivers and lakes, trout fishing and bass fishing, enjoying this sport as much as he did. Inez loved her family. It was difficult for her when she had to give up doing the things she liked to do for them. She is survived by her daughter Verna Smith and her husband Roy; grandson Alan Frame and his wife Leanna; granddaughter Shannon Smith of Visalia; great-grandson Jacob Frame; great-granddaughter Jordan Muller and her husband Chris; and great-great-grandson Logan Frame. Inez is also survived by her beloved pet Missy, who was an enormous comfort to her during the last five years. Inez will be missed, with her special sense of humor and her zest for life. In lieu of flowers, please make any donations in her memory to Linda Vista Church of Christ.