Service Details
Wednesday, April 12, 2017
Visitation: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Homegoing Celebration: 11:00 a.m.
St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church (1120 Grand Ave.)
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RACINE – Bessie Eloise (nee Jenkins) Judon passed into eternal life Tuesday morning April 4, 2017 at North Mississippi Medical Center, Tupelo, MS. She was born October 24, 1948, to the late Reverend Arnette and Effie (Henry) Jenkins. Bessie accepted Christ at an early age while attending Brodock Baptist Church in New Albany, MS, under the leadership of Reverend Arnette Jenkins. After retiring in 2004 and retuning to Mississippi, Bessie united with Oak Grove Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend David High.
Bessie was educated at B.F. Ford School and graduated with the Class of 1967”. She furthered her education at Parkside College. Bessie retired from the City of Racine in 2004 and also worked at Rainfair for many years. Bessie was a multitalented woman who never met a stranger. She was known for opening up their home to many and providing a meal to plenty. Bessie’s smile and charm was worth millions. That smile and charm led her to the love of her life John H. Judon.
John and Bessie were united in marriage on May 26, 1968 in New Albany, Ms. There would be 2 children born to this union. Bessie leaves to cherish her memory, her loving husband of 48 years John, daughters Kimiko and Veronica Judon; grandsons Jonta Simpson (Kenosha, WI), Jontrel and Javion Judon; granddaughter Victoria Judon; great grandson Jeremiah Simpson; sisters Hazzie Owens (Memphis, TN), Daisy Erby (New Albany, MS), Willie Mae Scales (Racine, WI), Eula Williams (Chicago, IL), Lillian Starks (Racine WI), Linda Taylor (Racine, WI), Diane Jenkins (Racine, WI); brothers James and Roy Jenkins (New Albany, MS); numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Bessie was also preceded in death by her parents, sisters Luenell and Victoria Jenkins, Toni Jackson, Earnestine Carothers and brother Reverend Charles Jenkins.
Family and friends are invited to meet at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church (1120 Grand Ave.) on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 for a visitation from 10-11 a.m. The celebration of her life and Homegoing will follow at 11:00 a.m. with Bishop Lawrence L. Kirby officiating. Her interment will take place at Graceland Cemetery.
Tina Grandberry/Butler says
I’m Gonna Miss You So Much Besty You Was Like A Second Mother To Me I Can Hear Your Voice Now
(HEY BOO WHERE YOUR MAMA @) Rest Easy Besty Boo😘🙏🏾👆🏾
Rina Lambert says
Sorry for your loss Kimiko…My condolences to you and your entire family.
Denise Mack says
Bessie you will truly be missed
Melissa Carter (Gettis) says
Rest in love Bessie. My condolences to the family. An Angel that already had her wings will spread them further in eternity.
Patricia Stephens Edwards says
Will miss you my good friend from high school,we were one of a kind,you Patsy Berry and myself,so sorry for the loss of the Jenkins and Judon family, she’s always be love!!
Patsy Howell says
No words can say how much I will miss my dear friend Bessie, Keep the
Faith and God in our prayers we will get through this.
Patsy Howell
Christine Powell says
On behalf of Troy and Lexie Sanders family, we offer our heartfelt condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.
Bridgette Tye & Family says
Sorry for your loss, prayer for the Family
Barbara Carter says
Sorry for you all loss Bessie was fun to be around Barbara Carter and family ..New Albany Ms
Shirley Bennett says
Your smile and laughter will be greatly missed. Love always, you are now at peace🙏🏽
Nannette (Moore) Walker says
Weep Not For Me
By an Unknown Author
Weep not for me though I have gone
Into that gentle night
Grieve if you will, but not for long
Upon my soul’s sweet fight
I am at peace, my soul’s at rest
There is no need for tears
For with your love I was so blessed
For all those many years
There is no pain, I suffer not
The fear is now all gone
Put now these things out of your thoughts
In your memory I live on
Remember not my fight for breath
Remember not the strife
Please do not dwell upon my death
But celebrate my life
Brenda Hardin says
A great woman . My deepest condolences to the family.
Daisy and Annie Erby says
In loving memories of auntie, Bessie Judon RIH Beautiful Angel.!! 😇 You will truly be missed but never forgotten.!!😘💕🎁👼🏽
Rev.Shandle & Arlesha Howell says
Rev.Shandle & Arlesha Howell .We will always LoveYou !!And are praying for your & our family !! Rest on now Love .To the May GOD be with you through everything.
Lowanda Lee says
I’m so sorry for your loss. Death is never easy and it brings great sorrow. But I want you to know that God cares for you. He will help you at this sad time. 1st Peter 5:7.
Celeste Erby keys says
Rih aunt Bessie I will always miss you now you and granddad can look down on us from haven until we all get there RIP aunt Bessie
Dianne (darling sugar)) says
To my dear sister (Sweet Baby) I truly miss you . I love you but God loves you most! I He knew just what you needed to get better! Rest my beautiful Angel, Rest! I love you ! Dianne!