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Dawn Leigh Bessette

1960 - 2015

Dawn Leigh Bessette obituary, 1960-2015

BORN

1960

DIED

2015

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Torbert Funeral Chapels

61 South Bradford Street

Dover, Delaware

Dawn Bessette Obituary

Dawn Leigh Bessette of Dover passed away Monday, August 31, 2015 in Dover, DE.

Dawn was born August 23, 1960 in Dover, to Ronald Bessette and the late Virginia Dawson Bessette, 2014.

She graduated from Caesar Rodney High School in 1978 and also received her BS Degree in Architectural Technology from the New York Institute of Technology, Old Westbury, NY in 1984. Dawn most currently held the position of Construction Project Manager, Facilities Management, Office of Management &Budget, for the State of Delaware.

In addition to her mother she was preceded in death by her step-brother, Todd E. Ramsey, 2014.

Dawn is survived by her father Ronald Bessette and his wife Maria Liberto Bessette of Dover; step-brother, Jon Eric Ramsey and family of Wilmington, NC.

It is Dawn's wish that burial be private. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions be made to Delaware Hospice, 16 Polly Drummond Ctr, 2nd floor, Newark, DE 19711.

Letters of condolences may be sent and guest book signed at www.torbertfuneral.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Dover Post from Sep. 2 to Sep. 11, 2015.

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vincent

September 12, 2015

Condolences to the family and friends of Ms. Dawn. May the God of creation give you strength and comfort during this time of grief. May your wonderful memories of her warm your heart.

Cheryl Sipple

September 3, 2015

Dawn, I know you are back with your mom...your happy place...rest in peace. I will miss you. You were such a great neighbor!

Cindy

September 3, 2015

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

September 2, 2015

My sincerest condolences to the Bessette Family. May the God of all comfort (Psalms 83:18) help you during these difficult times.

Lori Foraker

September 2, 2015

We will miss you Dawn. May you rest in peace.

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