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▰ James Rudolph Sfc Best

Died November 19, … More Information
James Rudolph Sfc Best, of Columbus, Georgia, passed from this world into the next November 19, 2003. James was 67.
Obituary published: November 20, 2003 in "Savannah MN"

▰ James L (Jamie) Best

Died March 13, … More Information
James L (Jamie) Best went into the presence of the Lord on March 13, 2005 in Augusta, Georgia.
Obituary published: March 14, 2005 in "Augusta Ch"

▰ Ivery Sr Best

Died February 19, … More Information
Ivery Sr Best, of Louisville, Georgia, passed from this life on February 19, 2000. Ivery was 81.
Obituary published: February 20, 2000 in "Augusta Ch"

▰ Harold J Best

Died November 26, … More Information
Harold J Best, born October 8, 1932 died November 26, 2010 in Statesboro, Georgia. Harold was 78. Tags: #East #Regional #Dover #Rocky #High #Armed #Force #Doris #Delaware #Statesboro #Best #Shop #Vroom #Ruffin #Richard #Roscoe #Hamilton #Faith #Robinson #Bonnie #Tara #Sara #Herndon #Andrea #Carolyn #Steven #Christina #Lovvorn #Hilton #Hodges- #Harvey #Clito #Church #Grand #Masonic #Mulberry #Macon #United
Obituary: STATESBORO, Ga. -

Mr. Harold J. Best, age 78, died at East Georgia Regional Medical . He was born in Dover, Ga., and graduated from Rocky Ford High School in 1950, having perfect attendance throughout his school years. Mr. Best was in the Armed Services, serving 23 years in the Air Force as a flight engineer, and retiring in 1972. He married Doris V. Roscoe of Dover, Delaware, and they relocated in Statesboro, Ga. Mr. Best owned and operated Best Radiator Shop for 35 years.

Survivors include his wife of 36 years, Doris Best of Statesboro; two sons, Vroom W. Roscoe III of Ruffin, S.C., Richard (Karen) Roscoe of Hamilton, N.J.; one daughter, Faith Ann (Hilton) Robinson of Dover, Delaware; nine grandchildren, Bonnie Roscoe, Tara Roscoe, Richard Roscoe and Sara (Jason) Herndon, Andrea Roscoe, Carolyn Roscoe, Steven Roscoe, Christina (Logan) Lovvorn, Hilton J. Robinson III; 10 great-grandchildren and several cousins.

Visitation will be held from 10-11 a.m. at Hodges-Moore .

The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Hodges-Moore with the Rev. Thad Harvey officiating.

Burial, with full military honors, will be in Clito Baptist Church .

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Grand Lodge Masonic , 811 Mulberry Street, Macon, Ga. 31201; or to Statesboro First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 2048, Statesboro, GA 30459.

Please visit our online memorial at www.hodgesmoore.com to sign the guestbook and to share your thoughts and fond memories with the Best family.

Hodges-Moore of Statesboro is in charge of the arrangements.

▰ Glida Viola Best

Died December 27, … More Information
Glida Viola Best passed away December 27, 2007 in Macon, Georgia.
Obituary published: December 28, 2007 in "Macon T"

▰ Gladys (Dye) Best

Died March 30, … More Information
Gladys (Dye) Best, of Georgia, born in Cherokee Co, North Carolina, left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home March 30, 2006.
Obituary published: March 31, 2006 in "Gaston G (NC)"

▰ George Best

Died October 27, … More Information
George Best, age 79 of Augusta, Georgia, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home October 27, 2002.
Obituary published: October 28, 2002 in "Augusta Ch"

▰ George Best

Died October 26, … More Information
George Best, of Augusta, Georgia, left hisearthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home October 26, 2002. George was 79.
Obituary published: October 27, 2002 in "Augusta Ch"

▰ George Best

Died October 25, … More Information
George Best, 79, of Augusta, Georgia departed this life October 25, 2002.
Obituary published: October 26, 2002 in "Augusta Ch"

▰ George Best

Died October 24, … More Information
George Best, age 79 of Augusta, Georgia, went to be with the Lord on October 24, 2002.
Obituary published: October 25, 2002 in "Augusta Ch"

▰ Eugene D Best

Died December 07, … More Information
Eugene D Best, age 73 of Macon, Georgia passed away December 7, 2008.
Obituary published: December 08, 2008 in "Augusta Ch"

▰ Emma L Miss Best

Died January 07, … More Information
Emma L Miss Best left this earth on January 7, 2004 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Louisville, Georgia.
Obituary published: January 08, 2004 in "Augusta Ch"

▰ Edward Exum Jr Best

Died July 30, … More Information
Edward Exum Jr Best, age 91 of Georgia, born in Goldsboro, North Carolina, passed from this life on July 30, 2019.
Obituary published: July 31, 2019 in "Athens BH"

▰ Edith F Best

Died October 04, … More Information
Edith F Best, born January 25, 1922 passed away peacefully October 4, 2016 in Austell, Georgia. Edith was 94.

▰ Edith Lucille Best

Died October 04, … More Information
Edith Lucille Best, born January 25, 1922 entered into eternal rest October 4, 2016 in Columbus, Georgia. Edith was 94.

▰ Edith F Best

Died October 04, … More Information
Edith F Best, born January 25, 1922 went to be with the Lord on October 4, 2016 in Marietta, Georgia. EDITH was 94.
Family members and close friends: , Georgia Memorial Park Funeral Home & Cemetery

▰ Edith Lucille Best

Died October 04, … More Information
Edith Lucille Best, born January 25, 1922 passed from this world into the next October 4, 2016 in Marietta, Georgia. Edith was 94.

▰ Doris Jean Best

Died September 19, … More Information
Doris Jean Best, born February 28, 1937 entered Heaven's gates on September 19, 2015 in Suwanee, Georgia. Doris was 78.

▰ David Wylie Best

Died June 17, … More Information
David Wylie Best left this earth on June 17, 1997 to meet with Jesus, his Lord and Savior in Augusta, Georgia.
Obituary published: June 18, 1997 in "Augusta Ch"

▰ David Wylie Best

Died June 16, … More Information
David Wylie Best, a resident of Augusta, Georgia for decades, died June 16, 1997 in Augusta, Georgia at the age of 54.
Obituary published: June 17, 1997 in "Augusta Ch"

▰ Cynthia Noel (Skelly) Best

Died April 12, … More Information
Cynthia Noel (Skelly) Best, age 47 of Loganville, Georgia, passed from this life on April 12, 2007.
Obituary published: April 13, 2007 in "Norristown TH (PA)"

▰ Chloe Best

Died July 28, … More Information
Chloe Best, born September 6, 1924 left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home July 28, 2014 in LaGrange, Georgia. Chloe was 89.

▰ Charles Best

Died July 06, … More Information
Charles Best, age 83 of Georgia, born in Brooklyn, New York, joined the Lord July 6, 2005.
Obituary published: July 07, 2005 in "Savannah MN"

▰ Carolyn Akin Best

Died October 23, … More Information
Carolyn Akin Best, born May 27, 1932 passed away peacefully October 23, 2015 in Marietta, Georgia. Carolyn was 83. Tags: #Lakewood #Park #Clinton #Carolyn #William #Akin #Dorothy #Jerome #Panama #Best #Perry #Victoria #Johnson #Underhill #Catherine #Leach #Meridian #Lafayette #Ryan #Nathaniel #Dottie #Roswell #Central #School #Belhaven #Lieutenant #York #Jersey #Jackson #Baltimore #Natchez #Village #Madison #Presbyterian #Women #Church #Life #Regent #Rebecca #Demitasse #Gateway #Mission #South #Street #French #Academy
Obituary: Carolyn Akin Best

Carolyn Akin Best, 83, formerly of Madison, Ms, died peacefully on 23, 2015 in Marietta, Georgia. Visitation will be held , 27, 2015, beginning at 10:00 am at First Presbyterian Church, Jackson, followed by a service in the church chapel at 11:00 am. Burial will be at Lakewood Memorial Park, 6000 Clinton Boulevard, immediately following the service.
Carolyn was born May 27, 1932 to the late William Allen Akin and Dorothy Kennedy Akin. She married her late husband Rex Jerome Best, Jr. in 1951. Carolyn is survived by her children Rex Jerome Best III (Willie) of Panama City, Fl; William Akin Best (EJ) of Perry, LA; and Victoria Best Johnson (James) of Underhill, VT. Grandchildren include Rex Jerome Best IV (Carol) of Mt. Hope, KS; Catherine Best Leach (David) of Meridian, MS; and William Akin Best Jr of Lafayette, La. Great grandchildren Ryan Parker Best and Nathaniel Garner Best. Carolyn also leaves a sister Dottie Akin of Roswell, Ga.
Carolyn graduated from Central High School and attended Belhaven before marrying Rex who was a 2nd Lieutenant in the army at the time. lived in New York and New Jersey, returning to Jackson in 1954 and later moving to Baltimore, Md where Rex started his own business, Best Pictures, with Carolyn as business manager. In 1964 they returned to Jackson and settled in Natchez Trace Village and continued as partners in their business. She remained in Madison until 2010 when she moved to Roswell, GA to be closer to her sister.
Carolyn was a woman of many talents and interests. She was an active member of
First Presbyterian Church of Jackson for over 70 years and in 2003 was honored by Women in the Church with Life Membership. Coinciding with her interest in genealogy she was instrumental in establishing and organizing the church's history room, which facilitated the writing and publication of a history of the now 178 year old church. She was a past Regent of the Rebecca Cravat chapter of DAR, a member of Demitasse luncheon club, and an avid reader and bridge player. She and her husband enjoyed camping, boating, and traveling to visit friends and family. Above everything else, however, her family was her greatest joy and accomplishment.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Gateway Rescue Mission, 328 South Gallatin Street, Jackson, 39207 or French Camp Academy, French Camp, MS 39745.

▰ Carolyn Akin Best

Died October 23, … More Information
Carolyn Akin Best, born May 27, 1932 entered the Kingdom of Heaven October 23, 2015 in Marietta, Georgia. Carolyn was 83. Tags: #Lakewood #Park #Clinton #Carolyn #William #Akin #Dorothy #Jerome #Panama #Best #Perry #Victoria #Johnson #Underhill #Catherine #Leach #Meridian #Lafayette #Ryan #Nathaniel #Dottie #Roswell #Central #School #Belhaven #Lieutenant #York #Jersey #Jackson #Baltimore #Natchez #Village #Madison #Presbyterian #Women #Church #Life #Regent #Rebecca #Demitasse #Gateway #Mission #South #Street #French #Academy
Obituary: Carolyn Akin Best, 83, formerly of Madison, Ms, died peacefully on 23, 2015 in Marietta, Georgia. Visitation will be held , 27, 2015, beginning at 10:00 am at First Presbyterian Church, Jackson, followed by a service in the church chapel at 11:00 am. Burial will be at Lakewood Memorial Park, 6000 Clinton Boulevard, immediately following the service.

Carolyn was born May 27, 1932 to the late William Allen Akin and Dorothy Kennedy Akin. She married her late husband Rex Jerome Best, Jr. in 1951. Carolyn is survived by her children Rex Jerome Best III (Willie) of Panama City, Fl; William Akin Best (EJ) of Perry, LA; and Victoria Best Johnson (James) of Underhill, VT. Grandchildren include Rex Jerome Best IV (Carol) of Mt. Hope, KS; Catherine Best Leach (David) of Meridian, MS; and William Akin Best Jr of Lafayette, La. Great grandchildren Ryan Parker Best and Nathaniel Garner Best. Carolyn also leaves a sister Dottie Akin of Roswell, Ga.

Carolyn graduated from Central High School and attended Belhaven before marrying Rex who was a 2nd Lieutenant in the army at the time. lived in New York and New Jersey, returning to Jackson in 1954 and later moving to Baltimore, Md where Rex started his own business, Best Pictures, with Carolyn as business manager. In 1964 they returned to Jackson and settled in Natchez Trace Village and continued as partners in their business. She remained in Madison until 2010 when she moved to Roswell, GA to be closer to her sister.

Carolyn was a woman of many talents and interests. She was an active member of

First Presbyterian Church of Jackson for over 70 years and in 2003 was honored by Women in the Church with Life Membership. Coinciding with her interest in genealogy she was instrumental in establishing and organizing the church's history room, which facilitated the writing and publication of a history of the now 178 year old church. She was a past Regent of the Rebecca Cravat chapter of DAR, a member of Demitasse luncheon club, and an avid reader and bridge player. She and her husband enjoyed camping, boating, and traveling to visit friends and family. Above everything else, however, her family was her greatest joy and accomplishment.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Gateway Rescue Mission, 328 South Gallatin Street, Jackson, 39207 or French Camp Academy, French Camp, MS 39745.

▰ Carolyn Akin Best

Died October 23, … More Information
Carolyn Akin Best, born May 27, 1932 was anxious to meet her Maker and Master October 23, 2015 in Roswell, Georgia. Carolyn was 83.
Family members and close friends: , Mary Watkins, Ron & Nancy Blew

▰ Caroline Grace Best

Died April 03, … More Information
Caroline Grace Best left this earth on April 3, 2015 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Tucker, Georgia.

▰ Carolee L (Friese) Best

Died September 29, … More Information
Carolee L (Friese) Best, of Dublin, Georgia, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home September 29, 1998. Carolee was 65.
Obituary published: September 30, 1998 in "Augusta Ch"

▰ Bradley M Best

Died October 05, … More Information
Bradley M Best, born December 2, 1944 passed from this life on October 5, 2017 in Sugar Hill, Georgia. Bradley was 72.

▰ Billy M "Bill" Best

Died June 03, … More Information
Billy M "Bill" Best, of Georgia, born in Goldsboro, North Carolina, entered eternal life June 3, 2008. Billy was 67.
Obituary published: June 04, 2008 in "Augusta Ch"

▰ Betty H (Hinely) Best

Died November 25, … More Information
Betty H (Hinely) Best, age 85 of Augusta, Georgia, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master November 25, 1999.
Obituary published: November 26, 1999 in "Augusta Ch"

▰ Beth Ann (Greene) Best

Died April 23, … More Information
Beth Ann (Greene) Best, of Georgia, born in Homestead, Florida, entered into eternal rest April 23, 2002. Beth was 31.
Obituary published: April 24, 2002 in "Salt Lake Tribune (UT)"

▰ Beth Ann (Greene) Best

Died April 23, … More Information
Beth Ann (Greene) Best, of Georgia, born in Florida, entered the Kingdom of Heaven April 23, 2002. Beth was 31.
Obituary published: April 24, 2002 in "Deseret News (UT)"

▰ Bertha Mae Young Best

Died January 06, … More Information
Bertha Mae Young Best, born November 17, 1935 left her earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home January 6, 2017 in Springfield, Georgia. Bertha was 81.

▰ Berard Lee Best

Died January 01, … More Information
Berard Lee Best, of Macon, Georgia, went to be with the Lord on January 1, 2008. Berard was 94.
Obituary published: January 02, 2008 in "Macon T"

▰ Berard Lee Best

Died December 30, … More Information
Berard Lee Best, of Macon, Georgia, passed from this life on December 30, 2007. Berard was 94.
Obituary published: December 31, 2007 in "Macon T"

▰ Annie M Best

Died March 22, … More Information
Annie M Best went into the presence of the Lord on March 22, 1996 in Augusta, Georgia.
Obituary published: March 23, 1996 in "Augusta Ch"

▰ Alma (Lee)[Moore] Best

Died August 31, … More Information
Alma (Lee)[Moore] Best, of Savannah, Georgia, entered into eternal rest August 31, 2000. Alma was 79.
Obituary published: September 01, 2000 in "Savannah MN"

▰ Acel Keith Best

Died August 08, … More Information
Acel Keith Best, of Georgia, born in Empire, Oklahoma, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before Acel August 8, 2007. Acel was 64.
Obituary published: August 09, 2007 in "Duncan Banner (OK)"

▰ Roy Duncan Besszong

Died January 09, … More Information
Roy Duncan Besszong, born January 6, 1943 entered into eternal rest January 9, 2021 in Peachtree City, Georgia. Roy was 78.
Family members and close friends: , Sandra Collier, Laura Chamlee

▰ Mary Carolyn Besszong

Died May 17, … More Information
Mary Carolyn Besszong, born September 27, 1944 left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home May 17, 2013 in Georgia. Mary was 68. Tags: #United #Middle #Germany #Paris #France #Besszong #James #Laura #Marty #Steve #Susan #Scott #Samantha #Natalie #Alexander #Nathan #Matthew #Aiden #Rogers #Buffalo #Memorial #Mary #Church #Sylvan #Atlanta
Obituary: Mary Molly Carolyn Clendenen Hester Besszong passed away on , May 17, 2013 at Wesley Woods of Atlanta. She was born in Fort Benning, GA on 27, 1944 to the late John David Clendenen and wife, Lois Charlotte Clendenen.

Mary worked with United Way where she held many various positions and she was also attended Middle Georgia . She lived in Germany from 1948-1952 and Paris, France from 1955-1958. She loved cruising with her husband, Roy,traveling and roadside adventures.

She is survived by her loving husband of twenty-one years, Roy Besszong: son, James Hester; daughter, Laura Chamlee and husband, Marty; stepson, Steve Besszong; stepdaughter, Susan Seaman and husband, Scott; grandchildren, Samantha Chamlee, Natalie Hester, Alexander Chamlee, Nathan Hester, and Matthew Chamlee; great-grandson, Aiden Satndridge; and one aunt, Rogers Schillinger of Buffalo, NY.

A Memorial Service will be held on , May 26, 2013 at Mary Branan United Methodist Church located at 1776 Sylvan Road SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 at 3:00 p.m.

▰ Mary Carolyn Besszong

Died May 17, … More Information
Mary Carolyn Besszong, born September 27, 1944 left her earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home May 17, 2013 in Peachtree City, Georgia. Mary was 68.
Family members and close friends: , Samantha Chamlee, Oliver And Judith Braswell, Vivian Cobb And Leah Stebbins, Nancy K. Deloach, Laura Chamlee, Donna Lehm, Vicki Smith, Tricia, Melody And Danny Mckenzie, P Sharpe ( Isaiah 12:2 ), Mary Staples, Charles Tollison, Donna Clendenen, David And Karen Mcclune, Peggy Rogers, Lin K, Thelma Limehouse, Allyn Delcambre, Pamela Lamotte, Judy ( Pilkinton ) Pruitt, Mary Jones, Laura Chamlee, Susan And Scott Seaman, Jimmy Tague, Luther And Jo Maddox, Leigh Ann Dickens, & Anthony Rice, Mrs. Alzora Pitts, Laura, Charles Clendenen, Carlye Teel, Ed Trainer

▰ Donald Bessy

Died July 27, … More Information
Donald Bessy, born March 13, 1944 entered eternal life July 27, 2014 in Thomaston, Georgia. Donald was 70.

▰ Sarah Barnhill Bessonette

Died January 01, … More Information

▰ Laura Ann (Storay)[Barbee] Bessonette

Died September 01, … More Information
Laura Ann (Storay)[Barbee] Bessonette, age 46 of Georgia, born in Greenville, South Carolina, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home September 1, 2001.
Obituary published: September 02, 2001 in "Greenville News (SC)"

▰ David Dean Besson

Died July 01, … More Information
David Dean Besson, born July 5, 1964 passed away peacefully July 1, 2016 in Canton, Georgia. David was 51. Tags: #Tracy
Obituary: David was born on 5, 1964 and passed away on , 1, 2016. David was a resident of Canton, Georgia at the time of passing. David was married to Tracy.

▰ John William Bessman Jr

Died June 16, … More Information
John William Bessman Jr , born October 20, 1937 passed from this world into the next June 16, 2018 in Macon, Georgia. John was 80.
Family members and close friends: , He Is Survived By His Wife, Mary Ann ( Orlando ) Bessman Of Macon; Sons, Eric Bessman Of Macon, Carl ( Laura ) Bessman Of Round Rock, Tx And Paul ( Marcy ) Bessman Of Olathe, Ks ; Daughters, Joan ( Kenneth ) Taylor Of Cedar Falls, Ia, Lisa ( Jeffery ) Pleinis Of Valrico, Fl; And His Grandchildren Zackary And Katherine Bessman; Walker, William And Warren Taylor; Ava And Abigail Pleinis; His Sisters, Jackie Bessman, Patricia Lyons, Mary Vignati, Teresa Patterson, And Numerous Nieces And Nephews., Naomi Sagel

▰ Joanne Bessman

Died April 12, … More Information
Joanne Bessman passed away April 12, 2016 in Augusta, Georgia.

▰ Robert W Jr Bessix

Died February 28, … More Information
Robert W Jr Bessix went into the presence of the Lord on February 28, 2008 in Aiken, Georgia.
Obituary published: February 29, 2008 in "Augusta Ch"

▰ Kristen Elizabeth Bessinger

Died February 02, … More Information
Kristen Elizabeth Bessinger, age 17 of Georgia, born in Jacksonville, Florida, entered the Kingdom of Heaven February 2, 2004.
Obituary published: February 03, 2004 in "Savannah MN"
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