of Benton, AR
April 29, 1927 - December 20, 2020
Bessie Irene Sanders, 93, of Benton, passed into the loving arms of her Savior on Sunday, December 20, 2020. She was born April 29, 1927 in Petersburg, Tennessee to Oliver Clarence and Minnie Louise Davis Pigg.
Our mother was a woman like no other. She gave us life, sewed our clothes, stood up for us, did without for us, worked hard for us, loved us unconditionally, but most importantly she was always there for us.
She was a member of Northside Church of Christ in Benton
She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Fletcher Earl Sanders; brothers, Robert Davis Pigg, and Samuel Lee Pigg.
She was an RN and devoted her career to caring for others, she retired from St. Vincent.
Bessie is survived by her sons, Richard Sanders, and his wife Dolores of Little Rock; Jim Sanders and his wife, Judy, of Conroe, Texas; her daughters, Peggy Pate and her husband, Ervin, of Bryant, and Janice Taylor and her husband, Tom, of Benton; eight grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, five great-great grandchildren, and many other extended family members and friends. She will be missed but her memory will be cherished and her legacy will continue on through those who loved and cared for her.
A Graveside Service will be Thursday, December 24, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander.
The family would like to thank the staff at Pleasant Hill Home Care and Saline Hospice for the loving care that was given to our mother.
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20 Condolence(s)
Wanda Wells Glass
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
I just learned of Bess's death. I will always cherish her kindness, sense of humor, and hospitality shown to me through the years Fletcher and I researched the McAdams clan together.
Leslie Rachel
Thursday, December 24, 2020
Our love goes out to Bess’s family as we fill our thoughts with warm memories and appreciation of our time together. Prayers of comfort for all who knew and loved her.
Kathy Jackson McCormick
Wednesday, December 23, 2020
I had the pleasure of living next door to Ms. Bess. The highlight of my day once I moved my office home was to get her mail each day and go over for a visit. She was full of wit and laughter. Watching her birds out the back door was such pleasure for her. I loved the stories she would tell about her life and one of the best was because she was so tall, people asked all the time “How tall are you†And she’d say so proudly 5’ 12â€!! And we’d laugh and laugh. When i had to move - I cried with a broken heart because she was the most beautiful SONshine of my day.
Kathy Jackson McCormick
Wednesday, December 23, 2020
I had the pleasure of living next door to Ms. Bess. The highligh
Crystal M HolmesMy
Wednesday, December 23, 2020
My condolences to the family. I will be praying for you all. I had the pleasure of caring for Mrs Bessie the last few months. She was a sweetheart, and by far one of my favorites! I love you Bessie Irene. Rest in love.
Joan Doolittle Chambers
Wednesday, December 23, 2020
Peggy: I wanted to express my sympathy in the loss of your mother.
Kathy Lawrence
Wednesday, December 23, 2020
I wish I had met your Mom although I feel like I know her. She will always be with you. I’m sorry I want be at the services but you and the family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
I love you all,
Kathy
Linda Pike
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
I really enjoyed visiting with Ms Bess each week when she came to the building. I looked forward to seeing her. She was a beautiful elegant lady!
Tammy Powell
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Mary Ann Powell
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
I am sorry for your loss.
Tyler Bosheers
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Great memories from our visits to Arkansas, and stories heard! Praying for comfort!
Chuck McNeal
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Sanders Family. Ms. Sanders was a great neighbor to us while growing up and remained that way throughout her lifetime. She will be greatly missed by me and many others.
Jenni Morris
Monday, December 21, 2020
Meemaw was such an amazing woman with such a kind and accepting heart! Peepaw and her had the storybook love that could be felt when you were around them. She made the best banana nut bread, "green stuff", and cheesy potato casserole with cornflakes on top! I miss her dearly but will hold her in my heart forever. I'm so sorry for your loss, but she is no doubt back in the arms of Peepaw in heaven.
Vicki and Lloyd Porter
Monday, December 21, 2020
Janice:
May God wrap you and your family in his loving arms and bring you through this time. Love and Prayers.
Lloyd and Vicki
Frank and Delores Wilson
Monday, December 21, 2020
Riley Bosheers and family
Monday, December 21, 2020
We love you PawPaw! You’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Mary Rachel
Monday, December 21, 2020
Bess was a sweet lady.
Abbey bosheers
Monday, December 21, 2020
What a wonderful woman! Prayers to you all.
Amy Heath
Monday, December 21, 2020
Love and Admiration... you will be missed. Amy &Sonia Heath (Jim and Judy Sanders)
Keith & Jennifer
Monday, December 21, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.