Dorothy D Bussey

We are sadden to announce that our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Dorothy D. Bussey age 94 has passed away on January 1, 2025 while being a resident of LaBelle Health and Rehabilitation Center. 

Dorothy was born on September 2, 1930 in LaBelle, Florida to the late James W. and the late Susie Tyler Hodges. She married Lewis Bussey and he preceded her in death. Dorothy worked for several years at Plant World In LaBelle then she also worked as a custodian for Hendry County Schools. She was of the Christian Faith. Dorothy was a loving mother, sister, grandmother, and great grandmother who will be dearly missed. 

Dorothy leaves fond memories with her children; Tommy Daniels (Pam), Joe Daniels, Jimmy Daniels, Ronnie Daniels (Lisa), Jeff Daniels (Vivian), her brother; Wayne Hodges (Peggy) along with many grandchildren and many great grandchildren, and many extended family members and family friends. 

Celebration of Dorothy's life will held at 10:00 a.m. January 7, 2025 at Fort Denaud Cemetery where Pastor L.W. Howard will officiate. Dorothy will be laid to rest next to her husband Lewis Bussey. 

Dorothy was also preceded in death by her brothers; Charles Hodges, Henry Hodges, Kenneth Hodges, Jimmy Hodges, Harry Hodges, Robert Hodges, and sisters Florence Pool, Mary Christine Peacock. 

Dorothy's arrangements were entrusted with Akin-Davis Funeral Home - LaBelle.