Bessie Barksdale, Born September 9, 1947 in Covington TN, to the late Henry Taylor and Earlie Mae Perkins. Bessie married Melvin Barksdale and during this union her two sons Marlon, and Corey were born. On February 3rd 2020 Bessie made her journey home. Bessie is survived by her sons Marlon (Chanel) Barksdale (IL) and Corey (Catie) Barksdale (WI), grandchildren Marlon Barksdale, Shaquita Griffin, Jackson, Maya, Taylor, and Rosie Barksdale and Deandrea Hilson; and one great grandchild Jamia Reynolds. Bessie was blessed by having many loving siblings, Henri Taylor III (IL), Sharon, Elaine, Doretha, Margaret, Anne, William, Ethel, and Calvin. Bessie will be missed by many, and will not be forgotten as being a loving mother, devoted wife, dear sister, cherished niece, and friend to many. She was kind in heart, strong minded, and had a welcoming spirit.
Isaiah 46:10
I make known the end from the beginning,
from ancient times, what is still to come.
I say, ‘My purpose will stand,
and I will do all that I please.’