of Marion, AR
February 12, 1935 - May 18, 2025
Bessie Mae Jenkins, 90, of Marion went to her Heavenly Home Sunday, May 18, 2025. She was born February 12, 1935 in Joiner, Arkansas to the late William and Velma Shannon. Bessie Mae was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church in West Memphis, she retired as a Legal Secretary. She enjoyed spending time with her big family and working in her flower garden. She is survived by her daughter, Karla Sue Rice (John); sons, David Jenkins Jr (Cindy) and Shannon Ray Jenkins (Heather); grandchildren, Joey, Chris, Kayla, Mandy, Stacie, Cooper and Nolan; great-grandchildren, Abigail, Alyssa, Annabell, Isaiah, Harper, Cruz, Hazel and Holden; sisters, Dorothy, Janice, Tommye Jo, Carolyn, Margrett Ann and Kathy; sisters-in-law, Linda Jenkins and Prissy Smith and best friend, Denise Letner. Bessie Mae is preceded in death by her parents and husband, David Jenkins Sr.; 3 brothers and 2 sisters. A graveside service will be held at Louise Chapel Cemetery on Friday, May 23, 2025 at 2:00 pm.
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6 Condolence(s)
Clifford Towles
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Loved that lady. Was a real blessing to my family. A true inspiration to everyone she came in contact with. Rest in peace forevermore.
Jackie Towles’s Sheppard
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Ms. Bess definitely a woman of grace.when she loved, she loved with her whole heart. Such a pleasure to know her and love her. So glad I had the pleasure of knowing her and loving her, she was almost my stepmother, but she was so much more than that. Rest in Peace sweet lady, we know where to find you. Jackie and Sporty. And behalf of The Towles’s family, we love you
Harriet Morrow
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
My deepest condolences to the family and close friends of Bess. I always looked forward to seeing her at church on Sundays. I will miss her sweet smile. May she rest in eternal peace.
Glenda, Don and Chad Gospodarek
Monday, May 19, 2025
Oh Bess we are sure going to miss you. Our regret is not coming to visit. But we have so many amazing memories. To Bert, Shannon, Carla and families our hearts hurt for you all. Bess was like a 2nd mom to our family, just so full of love. You can be assured she is now in heaven with her Lord and Savior. May God hold you all in the palm of his hand. Hugs to all!
Linda Warhurst
Monday, May 19, 2025
Respect and comfort for the Shannon Family.
Linda Gearing Rotton
Monday, May 19, 2025
Karla, Bert and Shannon: so sorry to hear of your dear mother’s passing. She was one of my favorite legal secretaries in Lake Village. I was 18 when I became one. And she had already been working for Mr. Gillison for some years.. She was a good friend to me. I loved chit chatting with her when I’d go to the bank or see the Municipal Clerk. I am praying that God will give you peace. Live Linda