Bess, Betty Mae (nee Nelson) passed away on December 15, 2021, at the age of 92. She was the loving and beloved wife of the late Bob (C. Robert) Bess for 68 years. She was the cherished mother of four daughters: Bonnie (Jim) Kimker, Barbara (Brent) Gregston, Becky (Mark) Hogan, and Beverly (Steve) Mach. Grandmother of Bobby (Katie) Williams, Bethany (Scott) Liefer, Matthew (Leanne) Gregston, Allison Gregston, Julie (Dr. Mitch) Ogles, Christie (Billy) Puckett, Betsy (James) Brake, Meghan Mach, Matthew (Katya) Mach, and Peyton Mach. Great- grandmother of Adam and Adriana Wrzos, Chapman and Caroline Ogles, Charlie Liefer, Carter, Brooklyn, and Blakely Gregston, Hogan and Collins Puckett, Hudson and Hunter Mach (plus one due in 2022), Bailey Williams, and Rebekah Brake. Cousin to many; she especially loved the Schweiger clan.
If desired, contributions may be made to The BackStoppers, an organization in which Bob and Betty were very involved. The BackStoppers, Inc., P.O. Box 795168, St. Louis, MO 63179-0700, or backstoppers@backstoppers.org.
Memorial visitation at Kutis Funeral Home (Affton), 10151 Gravois, St. Louis, MO 63123, on Tuesday, December 21, 2021 from 10-noon with service to follow. Private burial.
I’m so sorry to hear about your mom. 92 years…a life filled with many special moments I’m sure. Hope your memories bring you all joy and laughter as you journey through this sad time.
I’m so sorry to hear about your mom. 92 years…a life filled with many special moments I’m sure. Hope your memories bring you all joy and laughter as you journey through this sad time.
Betty raised four wonderful daughters. She was a shining example of a loving mother, wife and friend.
Betty raised four wonderful daughters. She was a shining example of a loving mother, wife and friend.
In the few times we had the privilege to get together with your family, we knew how very special your Mom and Dad were. When we would talk about your family we always mentioned how exceptionally loving they were to each other and to all around them. We loved it when they would hold hands or when your Mom would sit in your Dad’s lap and show him affection even after many years of marriage and 4 somewhat wild kids (haha). I know that Ben & Klara, Nancy, Fred and myself will have both your Mom and your Dad in our prayers.
In the few times we had the privilege to get together with your family, we knew how very special your Mom and Dad were. When we would talk about your family we always mentioned how exceptionally loving they were to each other and to all around them. We loved it when they would hold hands or when your Mom would sit in your Dad’s lap and show him affection even after many years of marriage and 4 somewhat wild kids (haha). I know that Ben & Klara, Nancy, Fred and myself will have both your Mom and your Dad in our prayers.