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2016
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Jessie Bostick Obituary
Born in Estill, S.C., son of the late Jake Sr. and Minnie (Thomas) Bostick, Mr. Bostick moved to New London in 1958. He was employed by Work Aid Nursery and then the City of New London in the Sanitation Department for 46 years, retiring in 2005.
He married Virginia Jenkins in Hampton, S.C., in 1962.
Besides his wife, he leaves to cherish his memory three sons, Escya Mungin-Jenkins, Jessie James (Glenda), and John Edward Bostick; two daughters, Annie Marie Weathers (Thomas) and Ida Mae Jackson (Michael); two brothers, Jake Jr. (Louise) and Edward Bostick; 15 grandchildren; a great-grandchild; three sisters-in-law, Louise Bostick, Ruth Russell, and Diane Jenkins; a brother-in-law, Asberry Jenkins; aunt, Ada Bostick; and a host of other relatives and friends.
He was predeceased by three brothers, James, Willie and Henry Bostick; and two sisters, Ida Mae Griffin and Catherine Fields.
A celebration will be held at 12 noon Friday, Jan. 22, at Abounding Grace Ministries, 3 Connecticut Ave., New London. Interment will follow at Cedar Grove Cemetery. A calling hour will be held from 11 a.m. until the time of service at the church.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Lester Gee Funeral Home. www.lestergeefh.com
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(-=< Ray Hamilton >=-)
February 18, 2016
Dear Virginia, Jessie, and the entire Griffin Family,
I'm an old friend of Jessie's, and young Jessie was friends with my daughter, at the time, Veronica! I have only the fondest memories; even if only occasional, our meetings were always enjoyableJessie was such a thoroughly cheerful man who was all heart. Understanding the hole left behind, regardless the inevitability or forewarning, pray this helps some wee bit...to allow...enablethe grief! So truly sorry to hear about your husband...dad... grandfather...friend. At least now he's at peace with our Lord definitely keepin' y'all in my prayers! So sorry I missed the service...I'd have liked to have been there!
When my mother died, even after a years-long battle with cancer, I was shattered by the lossinconsolableshe was my mentor! I like to think that I got my character from my father, but my mind and its capacity from m'dear sainted mother!!! BUT, "If your faith assures you she's in heaven, then what are the tears all about?!?" I hold eternity dearly close...a cherished, hard-won prize...but, in the interim, that answer lies below.
SELFISH TEARS
(I Eulogize My Beloved Mother - March, 1989)
Today we cry...must admit they're selfish tears.
You see...our faith assures your journey's done.
But it's not for you we mourn, at all, my dear;
It's for those of us you've left behind...alone!!!
We share your joy...share your happiness at rest,
Your painful fears now for forever stilled.
You've fought the good fight, passed the final test,
But you've left behind a hole that can't be filled!!!
So, until we each rejoin you some someday,
And, while your memory buoys us through those years,
We'll miss you...but continue on our way,
And, from time to time, we'll cry our selfish tears!!!
Ray Hamilton (c) March 19, 1989
My fond, sincerest condolences and prayers,
George Danner
January 25, 2016
Our condolences to the Bostick family . It was a privilege and and honer to walk on this earth with Jessie.. He taught me and so many others so much about life . Rest in peace my ol friend .. He will be so dearly missed.. Violet & George Danner
January 23, 2016
To the Bostick family please accept my heartfelt condolences during the loss of your loved one. Kathy Ross
Jolanda bostick
January 22, 2016
R.I.P uncle Jesse, you will be missed.
Robert Chapman
January 22, 2016
Mr Bostick was a fine Man... i would see him about and have a good talk... going to miss seeing him around in his truck . my condolences to his family .
sincerely
Robert Chapman
Marie Gray
January 22, 2016
Virginia and family,my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. Marie Gray and family.
Pamela Hodge
January 21, 2016
My sincerest condolences to the Bostick family! Earth has no sorrow Heaven cannot heal. May your hearts be comforted during this time of bereavement.
January 21, 2016
Jessie was always a friendly and kind man ,always had a smile for all.He is at peace now. Cathy Culley New London Dunkin Donuts
January 21, 2016
I met Jessie years ago when I was looking for someone to help be with things around my home. What a wonderful sweet man he was. Always so polite and willing to help with anything. Any time you saw him, he had a smile and a wave for you. He will me missed.
diane murphy
January 20, 2016
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.
Pauleatha Glover
January 20, 2016
I Did Know Jessie My Heart Goes Out To The Family Along With My Deepest Condolences "God Blessed".
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