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Bessie Thweatt Obituary
Mrs. Thweatt was a native of Petersburg, Va., born Nov. 18, 1936. She was the daughter of the late Edward and Bertha Rose.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James B. (Jimmy) Thweatt; brother, Wilford Rose Sr.; nephew, Wilford Rose Jr.; and brother-in-law, the Rev. Curtis N. Mason.
Bessie was a 1954 graduate of Peabody High School, alumnae of Peabody High School National Alumni Association, Inc., and a member of the Floyd Street Neighborhood Watch Association.
Bessie faithfully followed Christ through her membership at Union Branch Baptist Church, Chesterfield, Va., where she was a dedicated member of the senior and nursing ministries. After graduation, she was employed with the cafeteria staff of Brown and Williamson Tobacco Company for many years and later with Defense General Supply Company of Richmond. She loved to read, travel, and cook for her family and friends.
Missing her smiling face will be her son, Kenneth L. Thweatt; her daughter, Kimberly L. Thweatt; sister, Joyce R. Mason; nephew, Major USMC Curtis A. "Tony" Mason (Violet); niece, Gloria R. Thomas; a godson, Heriberto Vazquez II; Johna R. Vazquez, who was like a daughter; great-nieces and nephews, Michael Rose, Sheila Kearney, Pamela Ridley, Hassan Mason, Kayle Mason, and Jaiden Mason; very devoted friends, Muriel Spratley, Joan Overton, Barbara Warren, and Grey Barrow; and many other friends, neighbors, and church members.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009, at Union Branch Baptist Church, 11521 River Road, Chesterfield, Va. The Rev. Dr. Gregory Howard, pastor, will officiate. Interment to follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends at the residence and may be contacted by calling 804-733-9461.
Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mrs. Thweatt online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., 804-732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Bessie Thweatt
Jean Stretcher-Dillard
December 9, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Johnny & Joyce Jefferson
December 9, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Deidra Smithson
December 8, 2009
To Kim Thweatt & Family:
My heart was deeply saddened when I learned of the passing of your Mother. She was a wonderful person and I am sure that you have many warm and wonderful memories of her. May God give you peace and comfort during this difficult time. I will keep you in my prayers.
Connie Jones
December 8, 2009
Kenneth:
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Look to God for comfort.
Larry F. Forrest
December 7, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Battinto Batts, Sr
December 6, 2009
Kim & Family:
With Deepest Sympathy in the Loss of Your Loved One.
December 4, 2009
To Kim Thweatt & Family:
I offer my deepest sympathy in the passing of your dear mother. My prayer for you is that the comfort of God will be with you during this difficult time.
Percenie Rich, Prince George, Virginia
Natalie Harris Myers
December 4, 2009
To Kenny and Kim,
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy in the passing of your mom. May God be with you during this time of bereavement. Know that there are many who are standing with you and lifting you in prayer. May you ever cherish your memories of her.
Your former Augusta Avenue neighbor and classmate,
MICHAEL WALL
December 4, 2009
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR YOUR LOSS.
CLEOPATRA & DANIELLE NEWMAN
December 4, 2009
TO THE FAMILY OF MRS. BESSIE M. THWEATT, KENNY AND KIM,
WE WILL KEEP ALL OF YOU IN OUR PRAYERS.
AS YOUR FRIENDS WE WILL CONTINUE TO KNOW YOU AS EXTENDED FAMILY.
GOD BLESS YOU.
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