Joan Goodman Bessent

Joan G. Bessent, 85, passed away July 2, 2019 in Jacksonville FL. She was born and lived in Jacksonville her entire life. She worked at Duval County Public Schools for 33 years where she made many dear friends. Her family was her love and passion.

She is survived by a sister Mary Irwin, children Donna (Greg) Malavolti, Mary (Rick) Allison and Nancy Byers, 5 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by F. Donald Bessent, parents Albin and Leah Goodman, and sister Norma McCarthy.

Graveside service will be held at Oaklawn Cemetery on Saturday, July 27 at 10:30am. Arrangements entrusted to Hardage Giddens 4801 San Jose Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32207.