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Mary Alice Bess (born Dykman), 1852 - 1937
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Mary Jane Thomas (born Bess), 1893 - 1937
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Mary Eva Allen (born Bess), 1907 - 1980
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Mary Jane Lewis (born Bess), 1866 - 1943
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Mary Jane Lewis (born Bess), 1866 - 1943
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Mary Jane Lewis (born Bess), 1866 - 1943
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Mary Jane Lewis (born Bess), 1866 - 1943
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Mary Rebecca Jones, Z (born Bess), 1868 - 1948
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Mary Eva Allen (born Bess), 1907 - 1980
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Mary Eva Pugmire (born Bess), 1907 - 1980
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Mary Delaney Aslin (born Bess (Rainey)), 1874 - 1943
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Mary Elisabeth (May*) Bess (born Breeze), 1888 - 1913
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Mary Eva Pugmire (born Bess), 1907 - 1980
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Mary Frances Dunlap (born Bess), 1872 - 1940
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Mary B. Bess, 1923 - 1966
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Mary Merola Bess, 1909 - 2007
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Mary Magleline Bess, 1867 - 1936
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Mary Ella Bess, 1896 - 1962
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Mary J. Bess in The Southeast Missourian - Feb 17 1948
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and Australia
Mary Bess in Lawrence Journal-World - Apr 23 1936
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and Australia
Mary Bess in The Item - Feb 16 1988
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and Australia
Mary Ann Teidt, 1914 - 1936
Michigan Deaths
Mary Bess, 1941 - 1941
Michigan DeathsMary Bess, Circa 1869 - 1890
Michigan Deaths
Mary Bess, Circa 1827 - 1902
Michigan Deaths
Mary T. Dixon, 1926 - 1926
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
Mary E. Sprvell, 1924 - 1924
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
Mary Elizabeth Huss, Circa 1839 - 1920
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
Mary Elliott, Circa 1899 - 1922
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
Mary Bess, 1877 - 1947
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Mary Bess, Circa 1904 - 1904
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Mary Bess, Circa 1909 - 1910
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Mary Ann Bess, 1822 - 1922
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Mary Bess, 1848 - 1921
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
Mary Bess, 1899 - 1930
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
Mary Bess, died 1917
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
Mary Bess, 1859 - 1929
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
Mary C. Maxwell, 1893 - 1966
Idaho, Deaths and Stillbirths
Mary (born Kelly), 1864 - 1948
Idaho, Deaths and Stillbirths
Mary Jane (born Bess), 1890 - 1967
Idaho, Deaths and Stillbirths
Mary Jane (born Bess), 1892 - 1971
Idaho, Deaths and Stillbirths
Mary Dertha Withrow, 1910 - 1958
West Virginia, Deaths
Mary Bess, Circa 1890 - 1939
West Virginia, Deaths
Mary Ellen Bess, Circa 1860 - 1930
West Virginia, Deaths
Mary L Bess, Circa 1848 - 1932
West Virginia, Deaths
Mary E. Bess, 1904 - 1979
Maryland Deaths
Mary Mildred Bess, 1909 - 1987
Maryland Deaths
Mary Bess, 1896 - 1941
Maryland Deaths
Mary Bess, 1906 - 1975
Maryland DeathsMary Lou Bess, 1932 - 2023
BillionGravesMary Bess, 1905 - 1998
BillionGravesMary H. Bess, 1921 - 1997
BillionGravesMary L Bess, 1908 - 1968
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Mary Olive Bess, 1874 - 1880
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
Mary A Bess, died 1893
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
Mary Ann Bess, 1877 - 1880
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
Mary Ella Bess, Circa 1896 - 1962
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970
Mary J. Bess, Circa 1869 - 1963
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970
Mary Bess, Circa 1883 - 1963
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970
Mary C. Bess, Circa 1875 - 1963
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970
Mary E Bess, Circa 1900 - 1983
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Mary M Bess, 1894 - 1987
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- Mairi Besse
- Mari Besse
- Marie Besse
- Maryann Besse
- Mery Besse
- Arabic: مريم بيس (Maryam Bīs)
- French: Marie Bess
- Italian: Maria Bess
- Japanese: メアリー・ベス (Mearī Besu)
- Russian: Мария Бесс (Mariya Bess)
- Spanish (f): María Bess


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The name Mary has a rich and diverse history, originating from the Hebrew name Miriam, which is believed to mean "beloved" or "wished for child." It first appeared in ancient Israel and has significant historical roots in Judeo-Christian traditions, notably as the name of the mother of Jesus in the New Testament, which contributed to its widespread popularity in Christian cultures. The name is often associated with qualities such as purity, grace, and maternal strength, reflecting the revered status of its biblical namesake. Variations of Mary can be found across different cultures and languages, including Maria in Latin and Spanish, Marie in French, and Mária in Hungarian, each carrying its own unique pronunciation and cultural significance. The name has remained consistently popular throughout history, often ranking among the top names for girls in various countries, and continues to be a symbol of faith and devotion in many societies.
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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