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VIVIAN E. BESS
On Tuesday August 23, 2016, Vivian E. Bess of Silver Spring, Maryland entered peacefully into eternal rest; Loving mother of Alfredo (Keisha) Bess, Jr. Also survived by four grandchildren, Kiyara Bess, Khari Bess, Morgan Holmes and Jasmine Pope; six great-grandchildren; one sister, Edith Watkins and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Maria Bess; mother, Fannie Duncan; one sister, Gloria Jean Jordan; and one brother, James Bethea, Sr. Family will receive friends on Saturday, September 3, 2016 from 10 a.m. until the time of funeral service at 11 a.m. at Maple Springs Baptist Church, 4131 Belt Road, Capitol Heights, Maryland. Interment private.
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Regina Johnson
September 11, 2016
My deepest condolences to Freddy and family. I was out of town and was not able to attend the services, but my prayers and sympathy were with the family .
Vivian and I worked together for many years at the Univ. of the District of Columbia and I will always have many fond and fun memories of her. She was a jewel and helped so many students and adults improve their lives. May you continue to keep all the wonderful memories of her in your heart . May God continue to Bless and keep you.
Mr. & Mrs. Frederick Alexander
September 5, 2016
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Lelia Bell Manley
September 4, 2016
God bless the family during this transition time. It was a pleasure to have known such a wonderful person. I will miss hugging her after church service and hearing her sweet voice with a beautiful smile saying God Bless You...
Geri Blair
September 3, 2016
Praise God for the life and legacy of Dr. Bess. She was an amazing woman. May God comfort the family.
JF
September 3, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rev. Justin Williams
September 2, 2016
Praising God for the life and legacy of such an amazing gift to the Body of Christ! Dr. Bess was truly a soldier for the Lord and a beloved professor.
James & Fannie Thompson
September 2, 2016
Praying for you and your family. It was a blessing to know her.
Joe Q Johnson
September 2, 2016
I can't imagine what you must be feeling right now, but I want you to know that I am just a phone call away. Remembering her wonderful and gentle soul will forever remain in my heart. May she rest in peace!
Barbara Melvin Mason
September 2, 2016
May God bless and comfort Edith and Freddy!
VELVETA Dupree Bitsy (Gloria P.Johnson )
September 2, 2016
May God grant all of peace, strength and comfort as only HE can..You are in my thoughts and prayers..Heaven has gained an awesome angel..Love you all...
Gwendolyn Austin
September 1, 2016
May God bless, comfort and provide peace to our family of those who loved Vivian...May she rest in peace...
Jonathan, Tarsha and Kelsey Cary
September 1, 2016
Hey Family, God is a great provider and comforter. Your mom and grandmother was a phenomenal lady who love people, to laugh and have fun but she loved God most of all. She has touched so many lives and we were blessed to have her in our lives. Thank you for sharing her with us. Embrace and hold onto all the fond memories, stories and jokes that she loved to share. May God continue to keep and bless you. Keeping you in prayer.
pamela stewart
September 1, 2016
Bless you Freddie you and your family at this time of grieving. Your mom was an awesome woman of GOD. And she was so bless to have you as well as you were bless to have her. She has earned her wings and got to hear those words "Well done, Good and Faithful Servant" GOD Bless
September 1, 2016
May the family find strength and comfort from God and his promise found at Hosea 13:14. Annie C. Ga.
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