Bessie Jefferson's obituary , Passed away on January 23, 2025 in New Haven, Connecticut

Bessie Jefferson

November 2, 1953 - January 23, 2025 (71 years old)

New Haven, Connecticut

Bessie Jefferson's obituary , Passed away on January 23, 2025 in New Haven, Connecticut

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McClam Funeral Home

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Bessie Jefferson

November 2, 1953 - January 23, 2025 (71 years old)

New Haven, Connecticut

Bessie Jefferson Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Bessie Jefferson (New Haven, Connecticut), who passed away on January 23, 2025 at the age of 71. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Bessie Jefferson to pay them a last tribute.

Though Bessie may no longer walk beside us, her memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Bessie touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In her absence, her spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Sim Gibbs and Bessie Gibbs; and her son Steven Jefferson. She is survived by: her husband James Jefferson; her daughter Sholanda Gibbs; her granddaughters, Boo and Twiggy; her sister Carol Rizzolo; and her brother-in-law Larry Rizzolo. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.

A wake was held on Wednesday, February 5th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the McClam Funeral Home Chapel (95 Dixwell Ave, New Haven, CT 06511).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McClam Funeral Home



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Feb 05

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McClam Funeral Home Chapel
95 Dixwell Ave, New Haven, CT 06511

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