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Alma Bess, 1887 - 1888
MyHeritage Family TreesAlma M Fowler (born Bess), 1894 - 1948
MyHeritage Family TreesAlma Harper (born Bess), 1868 - 1962
MyHeritage Family TreesALMA EILEEN WIDEMAN (born BESS), 1918 - 1995
MyHeritage Family TreesAlma Bernice Gehlert (born Bess), 1926 - 2013
MyHeritage Family TreesAlma M Bess (born Cook), 1895 - 1977
MyHeritage Family TreesAlma Bess, 1887 - 1888
MyHeritage Family TreesAlma Ruth Bess (born Harmon), 1912 - 1999
MyHeritage Family TreesAlma Ethel Tarren (born Bess), 1911 - 1988
MyHeritage Family TreesAlma Ruth Bess (born Harmon), 1912 - 1999
MyHeritage Family TreesAlma Bess (born Meyers), 1905 - 1989
MyHeritage Family TreesAlma Bess (born Phillips), 1898 - 1952
MyHeritage Family TreesAlma Kay Patterson (born Bess), 1941 - 2013
MyHeritage Family TreesAlma Bess (born Meyers), 1905 - 1989
MyHeritage Family TreesAlma Isabelle Bess, 1868 - 1962
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Alma M. Bess, died 1977
United States Obituary Index from OldNews.com
Alma Bess, 1894 - 1967
United States Obituary Index from OldNews.com
Alma Bess, Circa 1858 - 1936
United States Obituary Index from OldNews.com
Alma Bess, Circa 1873 - 1942
United States Obituary Index from OldNews.com
Alma M. Bess in Observer-Reporter - July 28 1977
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and Australia
Alma Bess in The Southeast Missourian - Oct 23 1936
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and Australia
Alma Bess in New-York tribune. - Sep 22 1905
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and AustraliaAlma R. Bess, 1902 - 1974
BillionGravesAlma Isabelle Harper (born Bess), 1868 - 1962
FamilySearch Family TreeAlma Ruth Bess (born Harmon), 1912 - 1999
FamilySearch Family TreeAlma Bess, 1910 - 1994
FamilySearch Family TreeAlma Kay Patterson (born Bess), 1941 - 2013
FamilySearch Family TreeAlma M. Bess, 1927 - 2015
United States Obituary Index from Online SourcesAlma Bess (born Phillips), Circa 1928 - 2009
United States Obituary Index from Online SourcesAlma Ford (born Bess), Circa 1910 - 2008
United States Obituary Index from Online SourcesAlma Bess, died 2012
United States Obituary Index from Online Sources
Alma G Bess, born Circa 1928
1940 United States Federal Census
Alma Bess, born Circa 1881
1940 United States Federal Census
Alma Bess, born Circa 1918
1940 United States Federal Census
Alma Lee Bess, born Circa 1923
1940 United States Federal Census
Alma C Bess, born Circa 1894
1950 United States Federal Census
Alma M Bess, born Circa 1914
1950 United States Federal Census
Alma R Bess, born Circa 1934
1950 United States Federal Census
Alma Bess, born Circa 1923
1950 United States Federal CensusAlma Belle (Alma B.) Kramer (Bess), 1910 - 1994
Ohio Obituaries
Alma Bess, born Circa 1895
1931 Canada Census
Alma R Bess, 1904 - 1974
California Deaths, 1940 - 1997
Alma Bess, born 1906
1935 Florida State Census
Alma Bess, born Circa 1910
Australia, Names & Stories in Newspapers from OldNews.com
Alma Bess
Australia, Names & Stories in Newspapers from OldNews.com
Alma J. Bess
Australia, Names & Stories in Newspapers from OldNews.com
Alma Bess
Australia, Names & Stories in Newspapers from OldNews.comAlma Irene (Morris) Bess, 1922 - 1998
Interment.netAlma Bess, 1998 - 1998
Kansas, Shawnee County ObituariesAlma Bess, 1887 - 1888
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The name Alma has its origins in both Latin and Hebrew, with the Latin meaning "nourishing" or "kind," and the Hebrew meaning "young woman" or "maiden." It first appeared in various regions, particularly in Europe and the Middle East, and has historical roots in the Latin phrase "alma mater," which refers to a nurturing mother, often used in the context of educational institutions. The name is associated with qualities of warmth, care, and femininity, reflecting the nurturing characteristics of those who initially bore it. Variations of the name can be found across different cultures, including Almah in Arabic, Almira in Spanish, and Almas in some Slavic languages, each carrying similar connotations of youth and nurturing. The name has gained popularity in various countries, particularly in the United States and Latin America, where it is often celebrated for its simplicity and elegance.
The last name "Bess" has its origins primarily in England and is derived from the medieval given name "Bess," which itself is a diminutive form of "Elizabeth." The name Elizabeth has Hebrew roots, meaning "God is my oath," and was popularized in England during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I in the 16th century. As a surname, Bess may have originally been used to denote "the son or descendant of Bess," indicating a familial connection to someone with that name. Over time, the surname has been associated with various occupations and characteristics, often reflecting the social status or roles of those who bore it. Variations of the surname can be found in different cultures, such as "Besse" in France and "Bessy" in some regions, showcasing differences in spelling and pronunciation influenced by local languages and dialects. While the surname is not exceedingly common, it carries a rich historical significance tied to its roots in both personal naming and familial lineage.
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