Bessie Bagby
July 23, 2009
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Bessie Bagby, 86, passed away Thursday, July 23, 2009 at the Good Samaritan Home in Indianola.
Bessie was born December 25, 1922 in Buxton, IA to Paris and Bessie Williams. She retired from the State of Iowa in 1986 where she had been a cloak room attendant for many years. She had also worked at Christ Child Home and was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church. Bessie enjoyed crocheting, babies and being a Mother.
Bessie is survived by her children, David (Teresa) Bagby, Cynthia (Kenneth) Bagby-Jackson, Henry (Shelly) Bagby, Jr., Arthur (Janet) Bagby, Juanita (Oliver Morris) Bagby, Dwight Bagby, Sandy (Donny) Smith and John Bagby; sisters, Amy Jackson and Audrey Smart; 15 grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Henry L. Bagby, Sr. and Rosie Rhoades who raised Bessie as her own child.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Peter's Catholic Church on Monday, July 27th at 10 A.M. with burial following at Glendale Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4-6:30 P.M. Sunday at Hamilton's Funeral Home, 605 Lyon St. where there will be at 6:30 P.M. Rosary Service.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or St. Peter's Catholic Church.
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Janice Bundy
07/27/2009
To Miss Bessie's family:
Sorry to hear of your loss
your mom was a very special person that was so kind and good to us bundy children and our parents when we were young. May God grant you peace until she is awaken in the resurrection and remember that she loved each and everyone of you children.
to Miss Amy and family: sorry for your loss,We will always love you Miss Amy take care will call you soon. Love Carole, Janice and Raymone Bundy
To Miss Audrey and family: long time no see but can still remember you.
Sorry for loss of your sister. tell all your children hello from
Janice, Carole and Raymone Bundy.
Roxanne Martin Evans
07/27/2009
To all the Bagby family, but especially the girls: Juanita, Cynthia and Sandy: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I have fond memories of your mom: she was always so gentle and lady-like and had so much style and class and a genuine warmth. Her smile would light up a room: especially when she was revelling in pride with something her children had accomplished. May God be with you all.
Best,
Roxanne Evans
St. Peters Class of 66
SJA Class of 70
Mickee Dawson Clay
07/26/2009
We realize how precious a parent is, we have lost our father, and we want you to know you have our sincerest sympathy and prayer during this time.
The Dawson Family
Michael Clinton
07/25/2009
To the Bagby family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult and trying time. David called me this afternoon to tell me of her passing. I have many wonderful childhood memories of your mother as our families use to celebrate the 4th of July. Bessie has now gone home to be with the Lord and I almost hear him now, Bessie, well done good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things. I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness."
Yours in Christ,
Michael Clinton and family
3903 Maximilian Ct.
Fairfax, VA 22033
Deidre Martin Alsberry
07/24/2009
Dear Bagby Family, especially John and Sandy, I know you all will remember me the most. And Cynthia who sang so beautifully at my mother's funeral (Margaret Martin). I am sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Although, it was a blessing that she had such a long life and was able to know all of her children's children. Time is a gift from God, so be thankful you had her so long. She was always so beautiful and had such a big pretty smile. I will keep the entire family in my prayers.