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Bessie Cleo Nelson, 1898 - 1973
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Bessie Nelson (born Davis), 1892 - 1993
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Bessie Eliza Nelson (born McBride), 1896 - 1988
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Bessie Mae Layton (born Nelson), 1921 - 1999
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Bessie Eliza Kay (born Nelson), 1924 - 2011
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Bessie Nelson (born Davis), 1892 - 1993
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Bessie Elvera Despain (born Nelson), 1901 - 1978
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Bessie Renee Nelson (born Loveridge), 1923 - 2008
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Bessie* Cleo Nelson, 1898 - 1973
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Bessie Renee Nelson (born Loveridge), 1923 - 2008
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Bessie (Betsy) Emilia Worthington (born Nelson), 1889 - 1968
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Bessie Mae Butscher (born Nelson), 1888 - 1977
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Bessie M. Nelson (born Hill), 1930 - 2016
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Bessie M. Nelson (born Hill), 1930 - 2016
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Bessie Grace Nelson, 1892 - 1980
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Bessie Nelson, 1863 - 1927
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Bessie Crasier Nelson, 1889 - 1962
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Sarah Elizabeth (Bessie) Nelson, 1892 - 1959
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Bessie Nelson, Circa 1818 - 1932
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Bessie (born Nelson), Circa 1817 - 1931
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Bessie Nelson, Circa 1895 - 1952
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Bessie Nelson, died 1942
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Bessie Nelson in The Wingham Chronicle and Manning River Observer (NSW) - Dec 4 1942
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and Australia
Bessie Nelson in The Columbian. - July 15 1909
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Bessie H. Nelson in The Devils Lake world and inter-ocean. - Apr 19 1917
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Bessie Ada Nelson, 1890 - 1930
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
Bessie Nelson, 1921 - 1921
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
Bessie Walker, 1882 - 1925
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
Bessie Nelson, 1924 - 1924
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
Bessie Nelson, 1877 - 1946
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
Bessie Nelson Boyers, 1885 - 1945
West Virginia, Deaths
Bessie Liddle Nelson, 1903 - 1965
West Virginia, Deaths
Bessie Mae Nelson, 1960 - 1960
West Virginia, Deaths
Bessie Nelson, Circa 1843 - 1920
West Virginia, Deaths
Bessie Belle Nelson, 1893 - 1923
Michigan Deaths
Bessie Nelson, 1892 - 1944
Michigan Deaths
Bessie Edson, 1863 - 1941
Michigan Deaths
Bessie Coyle, 1886 - 1938
Michigan Deaths
Bessie Lee Alice Nelson, 1893 - 1929
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
Bessie Louise Nelson, died 1941
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
Bessie Nelson, died 1938
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
Bessie Nelson, 1916 - 1922
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
Bessie E. Nelson, 1893 - 1948
Maryland Deaths
Bessie Ellen Nelson, 1923 - 1992
Maryland Deaths
Bessie Nelson, 1918 - 1999
Maryland Deaths
Bessie May Terry, 1891 - 1946
Idaho, Deaths and Stillbirths
Bessie Beulah McCarthy, 1885 - 1970
Idaho, Deaths and Stillbirths
Bessie Hall, 1874 - 1955
Idaho, Deaths and Stillbirths
Bessie North Crosier Nelson, 1889 - 1962
Idaho, Deaths and Stillbirths
Bessie M. Haden Nelson, 1883 - 1938
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Bessie Nelson, 1934 - 1935
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Bessie B. Nelson, Circa 1882 - 1916
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Bessie Nelson, Circa 1877 - 1931
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Bessie Buchanan Nelson, 1874 - 1909
Arizona Death Certificates
Bessie Nelson, 1909 - 1940
Arizona Death Certificates
Bessie Nelson, 1929 - 1965
Arizona Death Certificates
Bessie Nelson, 1957 - 1957
Arizona Death CertificatesBessie M. Nelson, 1907 - 1989
BillionGravesBessie M. Nelson, 1935 - 1996
BillionGravesBessie May Constable (born Nelson), 1887 - 1970
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Bessie Nelson, 1905 - 1989
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Bessie K Nelson, died 1977
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Bessie Nelson, died 1968
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Bessie M Nelson, died 1969
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Bessie H. Nelson, Circa 1882 - 1968
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970
Bessie Nelson, Circa 1890 - 1962
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970
Bessie Lee Nelson, Circa 1961 - 1961
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970
Bessie Nelson, Circa 1917 - 1965
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- Bess Nelson
- Bessy Nelson
- Beth Nelson
- Betsy Nelson
- Arabic: بيسي نيلسون (Baysī Nīlsūn)
- Japanese: ベッシー・ネルソン (Besshī Neruson)
- Russian: Бесси Нельсон (Bessi Nelson)


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- United Kingdom 4%
- Canada 2%
- Australia 2%
- Sweden 2%
- Other 2%
The first name Bessie is of English origin, derived as a diminutive form of Elizabeth, which itself comes from the Hebrew name Elisheba, meaning "God is my oath." Bessie gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, and was often associated with qualities of loyalty and faithfulness, reflecting the characteristics of those who bore the name. Historically, Bessie was commonly used among the working class and has been linked to various occupations, particularly in rural settings. Variations of the name can be found in different cultures, such as Bess, Beth, and Eliza in English-speaking regions, while in other languages, it may appear as Elisabetta in Italian or Isabel in Spanish. The name has maintained a quaint charm and is often associated with warmth and friendliness, making it a beloved choice for many families.
The last name "Nelson" has its origins in England and is derived from the given name "Nell," which itself is a diminutive of names like Eleanor or Helen, combined with the suffix "-son," meaning "son of." This surname first appeared in the medieval period, particularly in the northern regions of England, and it reflects a patronymic tradition where surnames were formed to denote lineage. The meaning of "Nelson" can be interpreted as "son of Nell," and it often signifies familial connections to individuals who bore the name Nell or its variants. Variations of the surname can be found in different cultures, such as "Nielsen" in Denmark and Norway, which translates to "son of Niels," and "Nélson" in Portuguese-speaking countries, where the spelling reflects local phonetics. The surname has also been associated with notable historical figures, including Admiral Horatio Nelson, which has contributed to its prominence in English-speaking countries. Overall, the surname Nelson encapsulates a rich historical lineage and cultural significance across various regions.
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