David Thomas John Bess (13 Jan 1944 - 3 Sep 2017)

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Location
Garden of England Crematorium Sheppey Way Bobbing, Sittingbourne, Kent ME9 8GZ
Date
21st Sep 2017
Time
3pm
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In loving memory of David Thomas John Bess, 'Dave' who sadly passed away at home on 3rd September 2017, aged 73 years.

Devoted husband to Jean, loving father to Anthony & Natalie, adored Granddad to Megan, Amy, Hannah & Emily and great friend to many. He left his mark on all that had the pleasure of knowing him. A wonderful man who will truly be missed by all. He lived life to the full, which is to be celebrated!

Jean, Anthony and Natalie would like to express their gratitude to all, for the love, care and kind offers of help and support, in particular to Jean.

Immediate family flowers only please but donations, if desired, by cheque for the British Heart Foundation may be sent c/o John Weir, Rainham or made on-line

Amy Stratford wrote

Happy Birthday Grandad ❤️

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Amy Stratford wrote

3 years on... there’s still as big of a hole in my heart as there was the day we said goodbye to you. Your inspiration still guides me every day, I see you in so many things. It could be the smallest thing like, making mash potato that sparks a memory of you. But it doesn’t make me sad to remember you so often, it makes me content. The memories that come to mind at the most random times are the ones that keep you alive. And for leaving such a mark, that I can have so many wonderful things to remember, I’ll be forever grateful. And it’s because of these things, that you will be with us always xxx

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Amy Stratford wrote

❤️

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John and Karon Smith donated in memory of David

Dave will be missed by us all.
Our thoughts to all the family.
Sorry we couldn't attend the funeral but we were thinking of you.

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Natalie Bess wrote

Dear Dad
Today we will celebrate the truly wonderful man you were. The reaction to your passing has been overwhelming which just shows how much everyone thought of you and how you touched our lives. Thank you for being the best dad, Tony and I could have ever wished for. Forever in my thoughts and my heart. I'll miss you always but hold on to the endless good times and special memories that we shared as a family. Love you Dad, from your Babe xxxxxx

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Adrian Hide donated in memory of David

We have always much appreciated the interest Dave showed in us. Dave would ring me up for a catch up chat from time to time, and we would exchange emails too. A great man.

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pam and ian Dodds donated £50 in memory of David

A wonderful man and a lovely cousin.

David will be sadly missed by us all.

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Happy Days !!!

Happy Days !!!

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Keith Dixon donated £100 in memory of David
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keith Dixon wrote

Many Memories of a loyal friend and a true gentleman .Always there & in touch .Sadly missed but will always be remembered for the good times as a friend & workmate, for the 58 years we spent together .
With Much Love n thoughts Keith Denise & Family

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keith Dixon wrote

Many Memories of a loyal friend and a true Gentleman. Always there and in touch .Sadly missed but will be always remembered for the good times as a dear friend and workmate, for the 58 years we shared together .
With much love n thoughts Keith Denise & Family xxxx

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keith Dixon wrote

Many Memories of a loyal friend and true gentleman, Always there and will be sadly missed but will always be remembered for the good times as a friend and workmate for the 58 years we have shared together .
Love n thoughts Keith Denise & Family xxx

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Ray Guttridge donated in memory of David

Good memories of an old friend. Will always be remembered with a smile.

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Natasha Julian donated £50 in memory of David

Lovely charismatic man who always had a twinkle in his eye. I'd not known Dave for a very long time but he made me feel like we were old friends, and I played my best ever on the 18th at Sittingbourne with him too!

Will be so missed but I feel very glad to have met him. Best wishes to all of the Bess Family

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Bob Knight donated £30 in memory of David

With our deepest sympathy. A lovely man, we will miss Dave's cheerful wave from across the road.

Love from Bob and Noella.

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Maureen & Debbie Gill donated in memory of David

A loss that will be felt by so many.

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Carolyn and Hilton Rowlings donated in memory of David

With deepest sympathy for your sad loss.

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Andy Smith donated £30 in memory of David

You will be hugely missed Dave by so many

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David & Jean at our wedding. Always felt I missed out not seeing my cousins as often as I would have liked as I lived so far away

David & Jean at our wedding. Always felt I missed out not seeing my cousins as often as I would have liked as I lived so far away

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Always there to help and advise.  Love you Dad xxx

Always there to help and advise. Love you Dad xxx

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