Lucretia Liem Bussey was born on August 13, 1938 to parents Willie and Alma Liem in Center, Texas. She went to be with her Lord on Monday, February 6, 2012. Lucretia is survived by her husband, Charlie Mac Bussey of 56 years, daughter Beth Bussey Jones of Nacogdoches, Texas, daughter Glyn Bussey Sloan and husband Larry Sloan of Groesbeck, Texas, and son Chuck Bussey of Center, Texas. Sister Virginia Liem Johnstone and husband bill Johnstone of Detroit, Michigan, sisters-in-law Barbara Bussey Windham of Bossier City, Louisiana and Mary Lou Bussey Lout and husband Howard Lout of Center, Texas. Grandchildren: Reese Monroe, Luke Sloan, Savannah Sloan Maxey and husband Ben Maxey, Sarah Sloan, Weston Jones, Jacob and Julia Bussey and Samantha Sloan. Numerous cousins, nieces and nephews, and a legion of friends.

Lucretia held a Masters Degree in Counseling from Stephen F. Austin State University. Her career as a counselor and teacher spanned over 40 years while touching the lives of thousands of children and young adults. She was a member of First United Methodist Church of Center, Texas where she taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible School for many years. She inspired "Lucretia's Christmas Wish" offering Special Education students the opportunity to get gifts for their families for Christmas. Lucretia was awarded the honor of Center Alumni of the Year in 2004. She also worked tirelessly for Special Olympics taking participants to the games each year. She was a member of Beta Sigma Phi, Music Study Club and Reading Club in Center. Lucretia Liem Bussey's roots ran deep in Shelby County for over five generations. Most of all, Lucretia cherished her family, was a devoted member of her Church, and adored her many friends. She was loved by all who knew her.

Visitation will be held for family and friends at Watson and Sons Funeral Home, Center, Texas on Thursday, February 9, 2012 from 5-7 pm. Services will be held at First Methodist Church in Center on Friday, February 10, 2012 at 10:00 am. Interment will be at Oaklawn Cemetery in Center.

Officiated by: Bro. Joel McMahon, Bro. Carl Smith and Elder W. C. Martin

Pallbearers: Reese Monroe, Luke Sloan, Weston Jones, Jacob Bussey, Brad Windham and Ben Maxey

Honorary Pallbearers: David Chadwick, Buster Bounds, Donald Monroe, Tommy Dean, Joe Fomby, Sammy Rhodes, Larry Sloan and Howard Lout

Honorary Pallbearers who have gone before: John D Windham and Vance Payne