Lessie G. Cockfield

October 5, 1944 - March 26, 2018

Deacon Lessie G. Cockfield, age 73, transitioned with peace and grace on March 26, 2018, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 5, 1944 in Oak Hill, Alabama to Emmitte O’Neal Grace and Pauline Andrews Grace. Deacon Cockfield graduated from the School of Cosmetology and Beauty Culture in Pensacola, Florida and retired from Northrop Grumman after thirty years of service. Her affiliations with the Connecticut State Missionary Baptist Convention, the Diaconate ministries of Grace Baptist Church and the Zion First Baptist Church will remain etched in the hearts of many. Deacon Cockfield’s memory will be treasured by her devoted husband Deacon Curtis Cockfield, one daughter; Artesia Dixon, one granddaughter; Bliss Harris (Shawn), one grandson; Jalin Dixon, two great grandchildren, eight sisters; Helen Garrison (Melvin), Laura G. Shular, Dotti Johnson, Annette Keys (the Honorable Judge Arlander), Barbara Dailey, Mary Dennis (Dr. Bradley), Gloria Grace, Dr. Beverlyn Odeleye (Lecon, Phd), three brothers; Anthony Grace, James Grace and Joseph Jenkins; six step-children; six sister in laws, four brothers in law and a host of other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sister, Gail Denise Deas and her step daughter Priscilla Thigpen. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 30, 2018 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM followed by a service of celebration at 7:00 PM at Zion Baptist Church, 16 James A Moses Ave. Middletown, CT. with Rev. Carlton Giles officiating. Concluding services will be held on Saturday, March 31, 2018 from 9:00 – 10:00 AM followed by a service of celebration at 10:00 AM at Grace Baptist Church, 17 West Ave, Norwalk, CT. with Rev. Dr. Lindsay E. Curtis officiating and Rev. Carlton Giles, Eulogist. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery. Services entrusted to Graves Medley Funeral Services.