Ethel Lambert Brinkley, 85, of Rising Sun, MD, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2024. She was born on February 9, 1939, in Seneca Rocks, WV, to Otis and Gladys (Harper) Lambert, who preceded her in death. Ethel was a cherished daughter, a devoted mother, and a beloved member of her community.

Ethel dedicated much of her career as a Procurement Agent for the DC Public School District, where she earned the admiration and respect of her colleagues for her professionalism, dedication, and unwavering commitment. After a well-deserved retirement, she continued to touch lives through her passionate volunteer work with the Special Olympics and The Arc of Maryland. Her generosity of spirit and genuine care for others left a lasting impact on countless individuals and families.

In her leisure time, Ethel found joy in simple pleasures, especially watching her favorite game shows, a tradition she loved sharing with family and friends. Her loved ones will always remember her as an exceptionally caring and devoted mother, grandmother, and friend, whose warmth, kindness, and gentle nature touched everyone she met.

Ethel was preceded in death by her beloved son, Kenneth Brinkley; siblings: Katie Smith,  Keith Lambert, Harper Lambert, Donna Goins, and Irene Gray.

She is survived by her loving children, Cathy Randolph and her husband Ed, Carol Brinkley, and Larry Brinkley. She also leaves behind a legacy of love in her 14 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Ethel is also survived by her dear siblings, Mona Kisamore, Betty Spradling, Jonny Lambert, Eddie Lambert, and Carl Lambert.

A celebration of Ethel’s life will be held on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at 12:00 PM at R.T. Foard Funeral Home, located at 111 South Queen Street, Rising Sun, MD. The family will begin receiving friends at 11:00 AM. A reception will follow at the R.T. Foard Life Event Center.