Mrs. Bessie Mae Brown Obituary in Marianna at Peoples Funeral Home

Obituary For Mrs. Bessie Mae Brown

Ms. Bessie M. Lovett-Brown received the gift of life on August 18, 1950 in Marianna, Florida to the late Mr. Edward and Mrs. Stella Lovett. She entered peacefully into eternal rest on October 16, 2021 at Flowers Hospital in Dothan, Alabama at the age of 71.

She relocated to Salisbury, Maryland shortly after graduating from Jackson County Training School. Bessie received her American Board of Opticianry certification from Essex Community College, and later began an extended career as an optician. Bessie was a long time member of First Baptist Church in Salisbury, Maryland. She enjoyed bowling, walking, biking, reading, sewing, and fishing. She was also an avid volunteer in areas such as: voter registration, working at polling centers, as well as working with children that had learning disabilities. Throughout her life she was a devoted daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, friend, and godmother.

Bessie relocated to Dothan, Alabama to be closer home. Upon returning, she united with Dothan Community Church, where she was very active member.

She leaves a lifetime of love and memories with her two daughters; Cassandra Williams and Casey Custis (Rashyn); five grandchildren, Bria, Tyree, and Tylon Williams, Jazlynn and Rashyn Custis Jr.; eight siblings, Eddie Dean Lovett (Nell), Carolyn Miles, Glenn Lovett, Donnie Lovett, Adrian Merritt, Norma Lovett, Tyrone Lovett, and Michael Granberry; a special sister-in-law, Deborah Peace Lovett; one great aunt, Ruby Keel; three Godsons, Corey Newborns, Paris Lightfoot, and Eric Felton; two devoted and dear friends; Doretha Burrell and Vanessa Bailey; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Bessie was preceded in death by a brother, Jarvis Lovett; two nieces, Dana Miles and Marishka Lovett; and one nephew, Omar Lovett.

A Homegoing Celebration will be held Saturday, October 23rd at 2p.m. at Jerusalem Community Cemetery with Elder DeRon Johnson officiating. Interment will follow with arrangements entrusted to the Caring Staff at Peoples Funeral Home of Marianna.

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To Casey, Cassandra, Carolyn, Deacon Corey & Family-
Precious memories, how they linger, how they ever flood my soul, in the stillness of the midnight, precious memories do unfold....Sis. Nicole Gale & I are praying. To God be the Glory!

May God wrapp his loving arms around you and your family. Sending much Love, and keeping you in my prayers.

Bessie and I were friends for over 50 years, my heart breaks for Casey and Cassandra. You both have my condolences. Love Bernice Maddox

With warm hearts we the Pittman family send our heartfelt condolences to you Cassandra and your family during this most difficult time. Our prayers "Look unto the hills from whence cometh our help; all of our help comes from the Lord."

Casey, To you and your family, please accept our sincerest condolences.

Casey, Our sincerest condolences to you and your family. Vernon and Tara Cornish

Reflecting on our times together. So thankful for all the fond memories. Much love and peace to the family. Priscilla & Dave

Reflecting on our times together. So thankful for all the fond memories. Much love and peace to the family.

May God bless you Casey and Cassandra. Your mom will forever smile on you both.

Paris and I will forever keep you Bessie in our hearts. You were the most beautiful and compassionate person as well as a beautiful godmother to Paris. We send kisses from here to Heaven to you.

Casey and family I am deeply sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.

To Carolyn & family of Bessie, my God knows the pain your family feels, the grief you carry, the tears you cry, the memories you'll CHERISH, the comfort you'll need & the strength you'll require. Carolyn you & your family are in our prayers for our Comforter the Holy Spirit to do for your family as only He can do & have done for us! Deshirl Rankins UMES co-worker

You were the light for many of your friends and family. Robust and full of energy. You will be truly missed by your Maryland and Florida family.You are no longer suffering so rest in Heavenly peace. The Jackson Family

To Cassandra, Casey and your entire family, My thoughts are prayers are with you all. I will miss my weekly calls with Bessie.. we cried... laughed.. prayed and talked more for hours.
Bessie was one of the most courageous, strong survivors I know. We both saw how our lives changed when we knew we had to fight hard to survive.
No more pain, no more suffering.. God has you wrapped tightly in his arms. I will never forget you, Bessie Brown.
Rest In Peace, Lady. Doretha Bounds Burrell