Bessie Mae King's obituary , Passed away on March 3, 2025 in Mount Zion, Illinois

Bessie Mae King

September 18, 1929 - March 3, 2025 (95 years old)

Mount Zion, Illinois

Bessie Mae King's obituary , Passed away on March 3, 2025 in Mount Zion, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Seitz Funeral Homes

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Bessie Mae King

September 18, 1929 - March 3, 2025 (95 years old)

Mount Zion, Illinois

Bessie Mae King Obituary

The world bids farewell to Bessie Mae King of Mount Zion, Illinois, departing on March 3, 2025 at the age of 95. Bessie Mae leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Bessie Mae 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 parents, Arlin Williams and Clara Williams (Bledsoe); her husband Preceding; and her son Paul. She is survived by: her children, David King (Nancy) of Decatur, IL, Connie King (Jon) of Moweaqua, IL and Lori Roberts (Roy) of Niantic, IL. She is also survived by ten grandchildren; and twenty-four great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 29th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Central Christian Church (650 W William St, Decatur, IL 62522). A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 29th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the same location.

Memorials may be made to Central Christian Church.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Seitz Funeral Homes



Sat

Mar 29

Visitation

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Central Christian Church
650 W William St, Decatur, IL 62522

Sat

Mar 29

Memorial service

1:00 PM

Central Christian Church
650 W William St, Decatur, IL 62522

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