Eva M Brackett
Eva passed away in the early morning hours on July 4, 2026. Eva was born in Spokane, Washington at Sacred Heart Hospital. She graduated from North Central High School. Throughout her high school years, she was a large part of Silver Spurs as she was happiest when she was dancing and performing. She even danced professionally for a short time before moving to California. Throughout her life, all forms of dance remained an important activity for her. A few years after HS graduation, she moved to San Francisco, CA to take a job with the Whirlpool Corporation.That is where she met her husband, Odis Brackett. They were married on November 9, 1968. Odis had 6 children and Eva quickly became their "mother". Odis passed away on February 4, 2002.She was predeceased by 2 stepsons, Ronald Brackett and Gary Brackett.Eva is survived by her daughter, Marie Therese Hill (Bill), and her stepchildren, Richard Brackett (Joan), Linda Conine (Paul), Debbie Gomez (Jonny), Christina Brackett, numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren, and her sister, Verna Tuter. The family moved to Wichita Falls, Texas where she went to work for United Regional Health Care System (previously known as Wichita General Hospital). She remained in their employment for over 35 years, receiving many awards and recognition, and Certificates of Appreciation for her years of service. She was also named Employee of the Year in 1997 and Employee of the month on more than one occasion. She was also recognized for her many years of participation in various fund-raisers through the URHCS and the Eagles. She was an active participant in the Children's Miracle Network fund-raising efforts as well.She was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and was presented with Mother of the Year Award on May, 28, 1988. She was also Awarded Mother of the Year by Texoma Arie #4128 on May 10, 1997.Eva loved her dogs and owned many over the years. They were her babies and she cared for and treated them as such.Eva had many interests. She was a crafter and artistic in creating beautiful ceramic pieces, loved antiques and collected fine cobalt glassware. Eva will be remembered for her dedication, generosity and the friendships she built throughout her life. Her love of family, friends and the simple joys of life will remain in the hearts of all who knew her.After retiring, Eva moved back to Spokane in 2015. She was a member of the Country Homes Christian Church where she participated in many of the functions offered through the Church. She loved playing cards and dominoes with a group of Church members that met on a regular basis to play. She was friends with a few of her neighbors and on occasion they would go out to lunch together. One particular neighbor stayed in close contact, regularly checking in on her, and assisted her many times when she needed help. A special thank you to that neighbor, Jim, who has more than earned the right to be considered family.Eva will be deeply missed, forever remembered and always loved by those who were lucky enough to know her. A special thank you to Cancer Care Northwest for their compassionate care of Eva. There will be a private internment scheduled for a later date.
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