Bessie Jordan Peris

Bessie Jordan Peris, 96, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2024. She was born in Sanford, N.C. to the late Anthony and Evangeline Jordan. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Marcus, her son Steven, and her brother Anthony Jordan, Jr.
Bessie was a 1946 graduate of Maury High School and a member of Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral. She was known for her independent spirit, sharp mind, her love of reading and gardening, and for her amazing Greek pastries. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother (Yia Yia), and to her great grandchildren, Yia Yia B.
Left to cherish her memory is her daughter, Patricia P. Longworth (Mike), son Anthony M. Peris, two grandsons, Marcus Longworth (Heather) and Ernie Longworth (Tracy), five great grandchildren, Tanner, Toby, Ethan, Abigail, and Aiden, sister-in-law, Barbara Jordan, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
The family thanks the employees at Sentara Leigh Hospital for their thorough and compassionate care. They would also like to thank her caregivers, Amanda and Patty, for their loving and exceptional attendance to Bessie's every need.
Visitation will be held from 10 to11:30 a.m., Monday, November 4th, at H.D. Oliver Funeral Apartments, Norfolk, VA. A graveside service will follow the visitation at Forest Lawn Cemetery at 12:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hellenic Woman's Club Scholarship Fund, 7220 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23505.