Below we've gathered some frequently asked questions about Bessie Rockefeller along with detailed information on how they are related to all the people on the Rockefellers family tree.
When was Bessie Rockefeller born?
Bessie Rockefeller was born on August 23, 1866 (about 160 years ago)
When did Bessie Rockefeller die?
Bessie Rockefeller died on March 12, 1906 (over 120 years ago)
What is a short biography of Bessie Rockefeller?
Elizabeth 'Bessie' Rockefeller was the eldest daughter of John D. Rockefeller Sr. and Laura Spelman. She married Charles Strong, a philosopher.
What are the links for Bessie Rockefeller?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_D._Rockefeller#Children
Bessie Rockefeller parents include John D. Rockefeller (1839-07-08 - 1937-05-23), Laura Spelman (1839-09-26 - 1915-03-12)
Bessie Rockefeller siblings include Alta Rockefeller (1871-12-18 - 1962-06-01), Edith Rockefeller (1872-08-29 - 1932-08-25), John D. Jr. Rockefeller (1874-01-29 - 1960-05-11)
Bessie Rockefeller grandparents include William Avery Rockefeller (1810-11-13 - 1906-05-11), Eliza Davison (1813-09-12 - 1889-03-28)
Bessie Rockefeller nephews / nieces include Abby Rockefeller (1903-11-09 - 1976-12-01), John D. III Rockefeller (1906-03-21 - 1978-07-10), Nelson Rockefeller (1908-07-08 - 1979-01-26), Laurance Rockefeller (1910-05-26 - 2004-07-11), Winthrop Rockefeller (1912-05-01 - 1973-02-22), David Rockefeller (1915-06-12 - 2017-03-20)
Bessie Rockefeller grandnephews / grandnieces include Rodman Rockefeller (1932-06-02 - 2000-11-10), Ann Rockefeller (1934-11-27), Steven Rockefeller (1936-06-26), Mary Rockefeller (1938-07-06), Michael Rockefeller (1938-05-18 - 1961-11-19), Mark Rockefeller (1967-02-26), David Jr. Rockefeller (1941-06-24), Abby Rockefeller (1943-08-29), Neva Rockefeller (1944-12-18), Peggy Rockefeller (1947-02-09), Richard Rockefeller (1949-06-07 - 2014-06-13), Eileen Rockefeller (1952-10-17)
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