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Bessie Franklin Obituary
Rochester: August 30, 2008. Predeceased by her husband, Rufus Franklin. Survived by sons, Terry (Jill) Scott, Trenton (Sharon) Duffy; daughter, Willia Martin; devoted sister-in-law, Edith Scott; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; nephews, nieces & many caring friends.
Friends may call Wednesday 6-9 at Regency Funeral Chapel, 596 Genesee St. Funeral Services Thursday 11 AM at Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 250 Dr. Samuel McCree Way.
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Diana Hardgers
September 5, 2008
Condolences to the Franklin Family.Bessie was a delight to work with, we drove school bus together.
Mary Terrance
September 4, 2008
I remember Bessie to be one fiesty ol' lady who would spontaneously bust a move. There was no arguing with her b/c she was always right :) My thoughts and prayers to her family, I will miss her dearly...
September 2, 2008
The Wilson family would like to send our prayers and sympathy to your family. Bessie Mae was a loving, caring and wonderful person and we will miss her dearly.
God Bless and Take Care,
Doris,Debra,Beverly and Donna Wilson
September 2, 2008
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Bessie Mae Franklin, she was a very kind and wise grandmother who I will forever miss. May God be with you all.
Much Love,
Rod and Danielle Wallace
Sabrina Dinkens
September 2, 2008
Ny heart goes out to Bessie's family. She was a wonderful person. The Dinkens' family adopted her as a family member many years ago. And she will be greatly missed!!!!
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