Bessie Cole Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Bessie Cole of Battle Creek, Michigan, born in Ripley, Mississippi, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Bessie left this world on February 11, 2026 at the age of 85, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Bessie Cole to show support.
Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Bessie leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.
She was predeceased by: her son Philbert Gaillard; and her siblings, Arrina Williams, James Thurston Cox Jr. and J. T. Cox. She is survived by: her daughters, Linda Mitchell of Atlanta, Georgia, Brenda Gaillard of Atlanta, Regina Hesiben of Battle Creek and Marsha Humphries of Las Vegas, Nevada.; her grandson Duarelle Spraggins; and her siblings, William Cox and Emily Patterson (Sam) of Battle Creek. She is also survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family, and friends.
