Mrs. Myrtice A. Bess, of Marianna, Florida transitioned from life temporal to life eternal on Saturday, August 14, 2021, in Jackson Hospital in Marianna, Florida.
Graveside Celebration of Life services will be held on Thursday, August 19, 2021 at 11:00 AM from the Jerusalem African Methodist Episcopal Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at Vann Funeral Home on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Center for Disease Control (CDC) Guidance regarding masks and social distancing will be followed for the safety of the family and those who attend the viewing and graveside service.
Ms. Bess leaves to celebrate her legacy, a loving family:
Two Sons: Eric Curry of Marianna, Florida and Bishop Nicholas (Kim) Curry of Atlanta, Georgia
One Daughter: Ashley (Rod) Olds of Panama City, Florida
Three Sisters: Annie R. Davis of Tampa, Florida; Teresa (Robert) McGowen of Slidell, Louisiana and Sonya Lovett of Marianna, Florida
And a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and sorrowing friends.
In this hour of pain, It's the Memories, that keep you going... May you find comfort in them... We all grew up together with Myrtice and her family. Pop and Granny giving giving us guidance. Myrtice was a good friend and had confidence in me. Love to the Lovett and Bess Family. Gwen Swails Borders and Jacoria.
Such a beautiful lady, she always kind, sweet, and friendly and will missed
To The Family, Hi this is Flo, Pibs wife Sorry for your loss. May all the special memories you shared With her stay with you and bring you comfort through all the days ahead. With Deepest Sympathy Love, Flo
Myrtice you will be truly miss. I remember sitting on your porch laughing and talking. I'm going to miss our visit. You were a very sweet person. I love you and miss you. Your Friend Sheila Grant
Myrtice, you were a true friend and a dear classmate. You was always love. I remember the time you and Ashley had soup at the house. When we see each other we would always talk about that. Love you and miss you. You are in a better place. Talking with the father.
May the family of Myrtle Ann find comfort in the arms of Jesus. She was a friend to me and I will always remember her gentle spirit. I have known her family my entire life and have the highest respect for them. Sorrow May endure for a night but joy will come in the morning. Rest easy Myrtice Ann and I shall see you again day. You were not only liked, you were loved and I truly loved you. Rev. Evelyn McKay Moore
A first met at Chipola College was a forever impression of a beautiful soul. The personality that always brighten my day. May you rest in peace beautiful soul. Susiett mount.
Ms. Bess.. I only met you once and that one time, stole my heart! You welcomed me, once you knew I wasn't "trouble" and talked to me like I was family. Your sassiness and wisdom brought laughter and smiles. May your homecoming with God be as beautiful as we know it will be. May God wrap his loving arms around your family and friends in their time of mourning, now and in the future as they need your guidance. Keep them strong and wrap them in your purist light. Cathi N.
Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus the Christ . My name is Elder Aaron B. Hayes Sr., from Tampa, Florida. I'm the son of Mother Maureen K. Swails Hayes. I'm sending this communique on behalf of my mother. She would like to acknowledge the life and legacy of her dear friend, Mrs. Myrtice A. Bess. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. We are praying for children that we love dearly, and the entire family. May the God of all comfort, comfort you in your time of bereavement. We love you and we are praying for you. Mother Maureen K. Swails Hayes and family. 🙏🏾
Aunt Myrtice Ann, thank you for loving me, and being the fire we all needed from time to time. There will never be another like you. I will forever treasure the stories and all the heartfelt memories that you shared of when I used to fly home and spend times with you. My first babysitter, the one who taught me to make the best deviled eggs, and who could cook the best biscuits, I love you forever Auntie. As I would say when you were driving, "Hold it Myrtice Ann" I will see you in that great getting up morning!!
My dear Sister, I will always miss you and often think of all the good times we shared and exchanging recipes and of course waiting on you per your request. You were the life of the family dinner parties and the homemade biscuits will never be the same. I Love you and yes, we shall meet again. Your sister, Annie Ruth.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.