Helen Lenora Jones Beshere

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Helen Beshere Obituary

Helen Lenora Jones Beshere SUMMERVILLE - Helen Lenora Jones Beshere, 96, of Summerville, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2014. She battled the effects of Alzheimer's throughout her last years with courage and dignity. Helen was born January 13, 1918 in Charleston, the daughter of Robert C. and Elizabeth Louise Bowick. She attended Mitchell Grade School and Memminger High School. Helen was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a wonderful seamstress who taught all three of her children her art. Helen was a stay at home mom. She had a wonderful flair for decorating and keeping her home well organized. Her efforts to make her home that way created a loving and welcoming sanctuary for her husband and children. Her family felt secure and comforted in the fact that Mom would be there to greet them at the end of their day. She was a faithful member of the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist and Blessed Sacrament Church. She will be deeply missed by her children: Helen Patricia Beshere Bizzell of Kinston, NC, Mary Ann Beshere Schoch (Bernard) of Summerville, and George A. Beshere, Jr. (Jeannie) of Florence. She was a loving grandmother to Helen Rebecca Bizzell (Charles Ayers) of Greenville, NC, Brian Christopher Bizzell of Kinston, NC, Ansley Elizabeth Beshere of Portland, OR, Ronald Ware Hatchell, Jr. (Jacqueline) of Columbia, SC; Sarah Elizabeth Barksdale (Frank) of Lexington, SC; and great-grandchildren Alexandria and Jacob Hatchell and Amanda and William Barksdale. Helen was predeceased by her husband of 61 years, George; sisters, Louise Downs, Roberta C. Slavo, and Adaline Mattson; half-brother, Robert C. Jones, Jr.; granddaughter, Amanda Marie Hatchell; and sons-in-law, Hyman M. Bizzell, Jr. and Ronald Ware Hatchell, Sr. Memorial Mass will be held Tuesday, November 18, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. in St. John the Beloved Catholic Church, 28 Sumter Avenue, Summerville, SC 29483. Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, James Island. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be to the Alzheimer's Association, 2090 Executive Hall Rd, Charleston, SC 29407. Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted at www.mcalister-smith.com Arrangements have been entrusted to McALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL HOME 869 ST. JAMES AVENUE, GOOSE CREEK, SC 29445 843-553-1511 Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Nov. 14 to Nov. 15, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Helen Beshere

11 Entries

Mary Beshere

November 10, 2020

Aunt Helen was a beautiful, sweet person who always made people feel comfortable. Mom & I loved to visit her and she never failed to welcome us with open arms. I was fortunate enough to maintain a correspondence with her until she left us. Have kept all her letters & am grateful to have them.

November 20, 2014

My deepest condolences to all of you .
Your mother was a lovely talented woman.
She inspired me to sew and I have continued to do so for 50 years .I remember when I showed off my maternity top that I had made and she
gently told me to "ease my sleeve caps" next time and to this day when I set in a sleeve,I think of her.
My husband suffered with Alzheimers Disease for over 10 years before he died .I can identify with what you all went through.
She is whole again and in the arms of The Father.
Ann Bolchoz Gilmour
Martinez,GA
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Jeanne Canfield Gerhardt

November 19, 2014

Pat, George and Mary Ann,
My deepest sympathy to you and all of your family on the death of your mother. I have such fond memories of her, as one of the sweet neighborhood mothers growing up. May her soul rest in peace. Love Jeanne

Cathy White Seyle

November 18, 2014

Mary Ann, Pat and George,
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I have so many wonderful memories of the times I spent at your house on Queen Street. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

November 17, 2014

I am so sorry to hear about aunt Helen. My heart goes out to you. Love Roberta Jordan

November 17, 2014

My condolences to the family during your time of grief. May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.

November 17, 2014

From the White family at 127 Queen Street, I pass on our condolences. Your parents were great neighbors and very important pillars of our community.
Stephen J. White, Sr.

November 16, 2014

So sorry for your loss! My momma Evie Sullivan died 9 mos ago. They were great ladies.

Mary Frances Mattson

November 16, 2014

To Pat, George, Mary Ann, and families, our childhoods were so intertwined as first cousins. Your mom was my god mother as well as my most special aunt. I used to feel like a princess when I visited your beautiful home and wore the special dresses tailored by your mom. The thing I remember most was her melodic voice, which always sounded like sweet candy moving through the air. She will be missed and always treasured. My love to you all, Mary Mattson

Mary Lou Beshere

November 16, 2014

To all my cousins through Aunt Helen & Uncle George, & your families, my sincere condolences. Aunt Helen was a lovely lady & I well-remember her beautiful smile.

E. Smalls

November 15, 2014

Our sympathy goes out to the Beshure family on the death of your family. May the God of all comfort be with you doing this time of sadness.

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