Jesson, Barbara E. 3/24/1928 - 8/10/2017 Muskegon Barbara Elizabeth Jesson (Buehler), 89, of Muskegon passed away August 10, 2017 in Grand Rapids. Mrs. Jesson, the widow of Dr. Robert M. Jesson, was born March 24, 1928 in Ferndale, Michigan. She grew up in the Detroit suburb and graduated from Harper Hospital School of Nursing and joined the hospital staff as a registered nurse, which is where she met her husband. The couple married June 9, 1951 then moved to Louisiana and Texas, where Mrs. Jesson worked with world-renowned heart transplant pioneer Michael DeBakey. The couple moved to Dr. Jesson's hometown of Muskegon in the late 1950s and made it home. Mrs. Jesson took a break from professional nursing, devoting her time to family and charities including Hackley Hospital Auxiliary and the Red Cross Blood Bank. She was a longtime member of Samuel Lutheran Church of Muskegon. She also served as the honorary neighborhood nurse, taking care of many a banged-up or bruised child's simple injury, triaging bee stings, sprains and broken bones, while calming many a worried parent. She returned to formal nursing once her children were grown, working in the Hackley Hospital Outpatient Clinic for nearly 20 years. SURVIVORS She is survived by her son, Erik H. (Barbara Watters) Jesson of Grand Rapids; daughters, Kristin (Roy) Bucci of New Jersey, Carlyn Johnson of Grand Rapids; two grandchildren, Matthew Bucci and Amanda Bucci, both of New Jersey; and three nieces and a nephew and their families. Mrs. Jesson was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Dr. Robert M. Jesson; her parents, Herbert Frederick and Marion Hamilton Buehler; her brother Herbert F. Buehler Jr. of Flushing, Michigan; an infant son, Paul Jesson; and her daughter, Signe Jesson of Muskegon, and daughter-in-law, Lorie S. Jesson of Grand Rapids. MEMORIAL SERVICE Saturday, September 9, 2017, 11:00 am with visitation one hour prior to the service at the Clock Chapel - Muskegon. Please visit www.clockfuneralhome.com to leave a memory or sign the online guest book.Clock Funeral Home- Muskegon

Published by Muskegon Chronicle from Aug. 18 to Aug. 20, 2017.

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Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Jesson

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Dear Jesson family, I have the fondest memories and send my condolences. Hugs, Gillian Busard

Gillian Busard

September 7, 2017

Dear Kristin, Carlyn and Erik, so sorry I missed seeing the notice of Mom's passing. You may remember me as I worked for Dad in his office. Theresa. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Theresa Sowa

September 4, 2017

Erik, Kristin, and Carlyn-I was so sad to see that your mother has passed away. Growing up in the neighborhood, I felt as part of your family; your parents always had their door open and warmly welcomed all of us Roodmont kids. I have so many memories of your parents and time spent with each of you, including Signe. My deepest sympathy.

Chris Paterson

Neighbor

August 25, 2017

I remember your Mom's calm efficiency when she removed a tiny piece of tree bark from my eye when I was little. I wouldn't let my Mom touch it, but it was OK for Mrs. Jesson to do it. Our parents were good friends and had fun times together. I am so sorry for your loss. Sandy (Ruiter) Borden

August 21, 2017

My thots are with your family at this time.
I have fond memories of our times spent with Chapter Y, P.E.O. She was a very special lady.
Judy Clark-Ochs

August 20, 2017

Carlyn,
Wishing you peace and comfort. We will keep you in our prayers.
Mark, Peggy, Jacob & Adam Rayner

August 19, 2017

Erik, Kristen, and Carlyn, I know you will miss your mom. She was wonderful! I will miss her a lot! She was a wonderful aunt!

Amy Johnson

August 18, 2017

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