Bessie Mae Lester, 92 of Decatur, MS, died Thursday, May 31, 2012 at Rush Foundation Hosptial in Meridian, MS. Graveside services were 2 PM Friday, June 1, 2012 at Decatur Cemetery in Decatur,MS. Newton County Funeral Home North, Hwy 15 North, Newton, MS is in charge of arrangements 601-635-3200.

Survivors Include: Son: Roger Brown & wife Margie, Decatur, MS Brother: W. F. Ward of Mulberry, FL; Sister: Florence Johnson of North FL; 2 Grandsons:Todd Brown & wife Susan of Decatur & Bradd Brown & wife Chaille of Atlanta, GA 5 Great Grandchildren: Brittany, Matthew, Hannah, Spencer, & Carson

Preceded in death by: Mother:Harriett Nolan