Ms. Bessie Lee Kilpatrick

Ms. Bessie Lee Kilpatrick obituary, New Bern, NC

Ms. Bessie Lee Kilpatrick

Bessie Kilpatrick Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Trinity Memorial Funeral Home Inc on Mar. 18, 2026.
With hearts filled with both sorrow and gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the transition of Bessie Lee Kilpatrick, who entered eternal rest with the Lord during the early morning hours of Wednesday, March 18, 2026, while in the care of CarolinaEast Medical Center in New Bern, North Carolina.

Bessie was born on September 6, 1954, in Craven County, North Carolina, to the late Louis P. Kilpatrick and Clara Cox Kilpatrick.

She dedicated 41 faithful years of service to CarolinaEast Medical Center, where her commitment, kindness, and work ethic left a lasting impact on all who knew her. She was also a devoted and faithful member of UPHC Rocky Run, where her presence and spirit will be deeply missed.

Arrangements are pending

At this time, the family respectfully requests that no visitors be received at the home.

The Management and Staff of Trinity Funeral Services

are privileged to provide a service with the spirit of Excellence, Dignity, & Devotion

to the family of Bessie Lee Kilpatrick

"Diligent in Business; Fervent in Spirit" - Romans 12:1

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