Sally Brim Rogers, 55, of Beaumont, died Thursday, January 1, 2009 at Memorial Hermann Baptist Beaumont Hospital. She was born November 12, 1953 in Burley, Idaho to Erma and Garth Brim and grew up in Rupert, Idaho.
Sally received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology from Idaho State University in 1976 where she was also First Trumpet in the marching band. She later received her Master of Arts degree in Museum Science from Texas Tech University in 1979. She was employed in the museum field for eighteen years, nine of which she worked at Sam Houston State Library and RC in Liberty.
On August 26, 1979, Sally married Philip Rogers, Jr. in Albion, Idaho. The couple has a daughter, Zia. Sally enjoyed traveling, reading, movies, television, gardening, home improvement projects and especially time with her family.
Sally is survived by her loving husband, Philip Rogers; daughter, Zia Rae Rogers both of Beaumont; and cousin, Terri Arterburn of Copperton, Utah.
For every one who knew her, Sally’s unique combination of dry wit tempered with compassion enriched their lives, especially her husband and daughter, who will love and miss her deeply.
Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, January 11, 2009 at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. A gathering of family and friends will be from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Saturday, January 10, 2009 at the Mortuary.
Cremation arrangements are handled by Broussard’s.
Memorial contributions may be made to Susan G. Komen Foundation, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, Texas 75265-0309.
