Bessie Lila (Stephens) Bursch

January 04, 1917 - May 18, 2009

Bessie Lila (Stephens) Bursch Obituary Born January 4, 1917, Bessie L. Bursch passed away May 18, 2009 in Spokane. She was born in Rockford, WA, and graduated from Deer Park High School in 1935. Bessie was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil Bursch, her longtime companion, Wallace Dahlgren and seven brothers and sisters. She was a beautician and loved to sew and dance. Bessie was also an avid gardener and enjoyed growing her own vegetables. She is survived by her daughter, Bette Cole (Al), two grandchildren, Dan Cole (Shannan) and Deborah Ingram, and six great-grandchildren, Jacob Cole, Courtney Gomes (Matt), Cole Ingram, Spencer Cole, Crystal Ingram and James Ingram. The family wishes to express our heartfelt thanks to the staffs at Moran Vista Senior Living and Franklin Hills Health and Rehabilitation Center, with a special thanks for the love and care given by Dorothy Foust, Sue Roden and Daphne Chrysler at Moran Vista. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 910 W. 5th Ave, Ste 256, Spokane, WA 99204, or to the charity of your choice.