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Jacob Bessette Obituary

Jacob B Bessette, 29, of Auburn, CA, formally of Shelbyville, Ky., died Aug. 9, 2013, as a result of injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident involving a drunk driver. He was born Nov. 31, 1983 in Reno, NV. He was the son of Ronald (Lynn) Bessette Jr. and Debbie (Danny) Bruce. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Roy and Ruby Morrow and paternal grandmother Catherine Bessette. Jacob is survived by his parents Ron of Fernley, NV and Debbie of Shepherdsville; his 3 brothers: David (Lois) Bessette of Marysville, CA, Ronald Bessette III of Penn Valley, CA and Matthew (Shari) Bessette of Shelbyville. He also leaves his paternal grandfather Ron Bessette, of Reno, NV. He is also survived by his 7 nephews and 3 nieces as well as several aunts, uncles and cousins. A memorial service was held on Aug. 17 at his home in Auburn overlooking the garden he restored. A Celebration of Life will take place on Aug. 31, 2013 at 11 a.m. in the main pavilion at Lake Shelby camp grounds in Shelbyville. The celebration is open to all who would like to attend; the family invites to you bring your own picnic lunch and a blanket or chairs and join them as Jacob's life is celebrated. The family asks that expressions of sympathy be made to the ASPCA in Jacob's name.

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Published by The Sentinel-News from Aug. 26 to Sep. 3, 2013.

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Rachael Petty

September 4, 2013

Gonna miss you dearly Jake you were my best friend. You will always be in my heart

melainie pickett

September 2, 2013

Jacob
I'm so glad that you came into our hearts. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. I know your shining down on us bright as can be. I still wish you were here like we all do. I miss hearing Isabell & Thomas telling you to get to work and your fired! They loved you.....we all do. Fly high Jacob. Xoxo

September 1, 2013

Jake, you are an original, always there for any one that need a shoulder to lean on or an ear to listen. You meant so much more to so many more people than you realize.

Jessica Trent

September 1, 2013

Jake everyone knows we had our fair share of ups and down. its still seems so unreal to not hear ur voice. U were takin to soon and I'm lost without you. I no someday ill see you again, and i no your up there watching over all of us with that smile! Forever in my heart love you and may you rest in peace! XOXO

Debbie Bruce

September 1, 2013

My son, Jacob Brian, you always sensed when mom needed you and I would always get a call. By the end of the phone conversation I would feel better and sometimes I think you did too. I'm going to miss those calls but most of all I miss you. You are and will always be in my heart. Your 29 years was cut short but your compassion for others will live on forever. Danny and I will always feel the loss but we will cherish our love for you forever. I know you are watching over us and just waiting for us to be together again. Rest easy my wonderful son we will be together again one day.
We love you,
Mom & Danny

angela gribbins

August 30, 2013

u have been part of our family for yrs.. we had our ups and dwns but we survived. we will all miss u dearly and cant wait to see u again. u should b so proud of the support of soooo many ppl helping 1 another get thru this tragic time. all whom u touched in a special way. all of whom will always remember u and love u and for sure we all miss u. until we meet again jakey-poo

Kim Ortiz

August 29, 2013

You hold such a special place in my heart as you held my hand along many difficult journeys in my life. You will be missed for more reasons than could ever be expressed. Thank you for always being an anchor to hold on to when my life was carrying me away and for touching so many peoples lives in such a manner that you may be gone physically, but your spirit and essence of life will remain with us for generations. Love you, bub.

Deep Sea Fishing with Dad, Spring 2013

Lynn & Ron Bessette Jr.

August 28, 2013

Jacob my Son; You are a bright light that will never, ever be extinguished because you loved and laughed without fear. You touched the lives of so many that your spirit will continue to live on in each of us, through our thoughts, gestures, and everyday accomplishments. May we each find peace in your lasting memory.
With all our love,
Dad & Lynn

Uncle Bill & Aunt Charlotte

August 27, 2013

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Misty Zemla

August 26, 2013

Love you doll. We miss you ever so much.

Love Always n Longer,
Misty n Jaz

Bessette Brothers

David Bessette

August 26, 2013

For My Much Loved Little Brother I will always miss you but will never forget you for ever and always Your Oldest Brother David

Tammy Rafferty

August 26, 2013

Jacob rest easy my friend. You were Always a positive light in this world!! I love you.

Lynn & Mike Trent

August 26, 2013

Rest in peace Jacob. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends.

Jacob with his nephews

August 26, 2013

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