Bessie Davis

Passed 05/21/2018

Obituary for Bessie Davis

Spartanburg, SC - Mrs. Bessie Mae Davis, 90, entered peacefully into eternal rest on May 21, 2018. Mrs. Davis was the daughter of the late Mattie Smith Byrd and John Byrd. She was the widow of James Albert Davis. Mrs. Davis was a member and deaconess of Cleveland Chapel Baptist Church. She retired from Abbott Laboratories in Spartanburg, SC. Left to cherish fond and loving memories are: her daughters, Jeannette Davis and Paulette Davis both of Spartanburg, SC and Brenda Kay Wright (Walter) of Charlotte, NC; her grandson, John Albert Dreher of Spartanburg, SC; her sisters, Sallie Holland of Johnston, SC and Janie Martin of W. Columbia, SC; her brother-in-law, Robert Boozer of Spartanburg, SC; her godson, Edwin W. Clarke of Spartanburg, SC ; her goddaughter, Floretta Machen of Odenton, MD; her special niece, Vickie Byrd of Sparatanburg, SC; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mrs. Davis was preceded in death by: her sisters, Geneva Johnson and Betty Boozer; her brothers, David, Archie and John Byrd, Jr.; and a brother-in-law, Hubert Holland. A Celebration of the Life of Mrs. Bessie Mae Davis will be held on Sunday, May 27, 2018 at 12:30 p.m. at Cleveland Chapel Baptist Church, 494 Oaktree Rd., Spartanburg, SC. Pastor Phillip J. Buckson will officiate. Burial will be in the Heritage Memorial Gardens, 3901 S. Church St., Roebuck, SC. Mrs. Davis was a kind, sweet and gentle soul. She was personable, caring and extremely compassionate. She exuded unconditional love and a forgiving spirit towards her family and friends. She will be deeply missed.


Guest Book

The death of a loved one is the most devastating experiences a family can face. At times, the loss may seem unbearable. Please know that there are those who care about you and your family during this difficult time and more importantly Psalm 34:18 tells us that 'God is near to those that are broken at heart. We pray that Jehovah the God of all comfort is with the family during this difficult time of grief. Our prayers are with you and your family.

- Williams

Dear Family, I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. My sincere condolences to you. May you think of the many beautiful memories that you shared with Mrs. Bessie, and cherish those precious moments. May the God of all comfort caress your heart with his living promise to one day reunite you together again in the future paradise mentioned at Revelation 21: 4,5. Our Dear Heavenly Father Jehovah (Psalms 83:18 )knows the many tears you cry and he will sustain you if you let him. I was thinking of you and hoping that you can find comfort during this difficult time.

- Denise

May the Lord be with the family during this time of sadness.

- Harold and Laverne McClain

We deeply feel for what you and the family are going through. At times, there isn't much that can soothe the pain this grief brings, but you may find some comfort in the words of Psalms 9:9 which reads: 'Jehovah will become a secure refuge for the oppressed, A secure refuge in times of distress.' Yes, our Loving God can help if we allow him to (1John 5:14). He also has made the SURE promise of a resurrection right here on earth, when it is restored to a Paradise (Acts 24:15; Psalms 37:9-11,29). No, not just a dream, but for a certainty he will do it, for Isaiah 55:11 shows us that everything he says, he accomplishes without fail. You can find out more online at JW.ORG

- R&R