Oceania F. Jessup's obituary , Passed away on January 4, 2026 in Birmingham, Alabama

Oceania F. Jessup

December 24, 1947 - January 4, 2026 (78 years old)

Birmingham, Alabama

Oceania F. Jessup's obituary , Passed away on January 4, 2026 in Birmingham, Alabama

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Oceania F. Jessup

December 24, 1947 - January 4, 2026 (78 years old)

Birmingham, Alabama

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Oceania F. Jessup Obituary

We bid farewell to Oceania F. Jessup in Birmingham, Alabama, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 4, 2026 at the age of 78. Oceania touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, William Edward Forsythe and Myrtle Buisset Forsythe; her husband William "Rixey" Jessup; her son William Christian Jessup; and her grandson Robert Rixey Dupuis.

She is survived by: her daughters, Lynn Dupuis (Steve) and Ann Smith (Nick); and her grandchildren, Rebecca Hood (Bryson), Riley Smith and Reed Smith.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Powhatan Volunteer Rescue Squad in honor of Cenie.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Bennett & Barden Funeral Home



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Visitation

Mt. Moriah Baptist Church
5780 Mt Moriah Rd, Powhatan, VA 23139

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Jan 10

Graveside service

Mount Moriah Baptist Church Cemetery
5780 Mt Moriah Rd, Powhatan, VA 23139

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