Brownwood Police Department along with City of Brownwood and Brown County Sheriff’s Office employees celebrated Beth Ellis’ 11 years of service in emergency dispatch.

Brownwood Police Chief Mike Corley expressed his gratitude for Ellis’ dedication to emergency dispatch over the years as he presented her a clock from the City of Brownwood.

“You are retiring from one of the hardest jobs in the world,” stated Corley.

Coworker and supervisor Deedra Molotsky also had words of thanks and praise for Ellis’ dedication.

“You are not only a coworker but my friend.  I love you and am going to miss you tremendously,” said Molotsky who joked about Ellis being the one person who would cover her shift or help when Molotsky’s kids were sick or injured.

Lieutenant Randall Krpoun also spoke of when he first met Ellis and of her work in dispatch.

“I first met you when you were in Citizens Academy.  Thanks for always having our backs,” said Krpoun.

Ellis appreciated the reception and party, being touched by the show of support of her retirement.

“It’s been quite a ride, not always fun, but an adventure,” said Ellis as she spoke of plans to enjoy retirement by “hitting the road” and doing some traveling.

The group had one last surprise for Ellis before the retirement party ended.   Her son Mike Crumling of Brownwood walked in the room with her daughter Dawn Taylor who had traveled from Florida to attend the reception in their mother’s honor.

Pictured above is Chief Corley presenting Ellis a clock commemorating her retirement from the City of Brownwood.

Below are more photos of the event.

Ellis (right) is surprised by her children, Mike Crumling (center) and Dawn Taylor (left).

Reception treats along with flowers and gifts.

Ellis with friends, Melissa Simpson (left) and Carla Green(right) at the reception.

Pictured above are City Marshal Dean Kilburn and Ellis.