Olivia Jeanette Dunlap Bell Obituary in Clinton at Child’s Funeral Home

Obituary For Olivia Jeanette Dunlap Bell

Mrs. Olivia Jeanette Dunlap Bell, the daughter of the late Mr. Frank and Mary Young Dunlap, was born May 21, 1930, in Clinton, South Carolina. She was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 22, 2021. She was surrounded by her loving son and daughter.

At an early age, Mrs. Bell joined Antioch A.M. E. Church, in Clinton, SC where she was a faithful member. As a member of Antioch A.M.E. Church, she served as a member of the “Nancy Gary and Jeanette Bell Missionary Society,” the gospel choir, the usher board, and “Mother” of the church. Mrs. Bell attended church faithfully until her health failed, but she would listen to church services by phone during the pandemic. She also served as a member of the Laurens Women Aid Society, Sub # 1, Mrs. Flora McDaniel’s President. She worked at Clinton Hosiery Mill and Presbyterian Home for several years. Mrs. Bell was one of the founders to bring the “Old Ninety-Six Girl Scout Troop” to Clinton, SC where she served as the troop leader.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Larcell L. Bell, Sr., four sisters, Mrs. Josephine (Herbert) Cheeks, Mrs. Ida Beatrice (Sammie) Franklin, Mrs. Lucy Mae (Guy B.) Swittenberg, and Mrs. Essie (George) L. Taylor.

Mrs. Olivia Jeanette Dunlap Bell is survived by her devoted son, Retired SFC Larcell L. Bell, Jr. of the home; a daughter, Ms. Elizabeth B. Bell of Laurel, Maryland; and a nephew raised in the home, Retired CSM Leroy R. (Sophia) Dunlap of Blythewood, South Carolina; five Grandchildren, Ms. Catherine Y. Bell, Westampton, New Jersey; Crystal (Hillard) Black, Severn, Maryland; Mrs. Valarie Curtis, Columbia, South Carolina; Mrs. Sharee Yates, Washington, DC; and Mr. Cyrus Crusoe, Suitland, Maryland; two brothers, Mr. Edward Watson and John Henry Watson, both of Clinton, South Carolina; nine great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends. Olivia Jeanette Dunlap Bell was the last living Matriarch of five-generations.

Mrs. Olivia Jeanette Dunlap Bell Dunlap was memorialized at Antioch A.M.E. Church Cemetery on July 29,2021 .

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Dear Liz and family, our condolences to each of you. This moment is one of the most difficult times to endure. Even though I have never met Mrs. Bell in person, I was given an opportunity to speak with her over the phone. She reminded me so much of my mother very sweet and lovely a beautiful soul. Thank you Liz for sharing your mom! You all are in our prayers, find peace and strength in the Lord. Love, Rod & Rita Minor.

May the life Ms. Olivia Bell lived continue to shine through in her children and grandchildren. On behalf of the National Science Foundation family and the BIG NSF Chapter, I send our heart felt sympathy and condolences to the family, especially our work peer, Liz Bell. We are here for you and pray for healing.

Take your rest Aunt Nette. Dee Dee M.

So sorry to hear about your loss, and I express my sincere sympathy to you and your family. Sharon Glivens- NSF family!

To the Bell family: I pray that our Heavenly Father assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you with only the cherish memories of nana.
Thank you nana for being an amazing great grand mother to Ethan, Cydney & Jamal. We will miss you so much ❤️🙏🏾
Love Emeka Nti

May you feel the comfort and love your mother continue to shine upon you. You are in my prayers.

Liz, I offer my sincerest condolences to you and your family during this time. I will always remember how lovingly you spoke about your Mom, and even having the opportunity to speak with her myself. I will be praying for you all - Rosetta Rhine

Liz, I am praying for you and the family. Your mom will be truly be missed!

My Precious Family, I continue to hold you close to my heart and I pray that our Father God gives you strength and comfort. I continue to thank God for blessing me to recently spend time with Aunt Jeanette. It was truly a gift from God🙏🏾❤️🙏🏾

My prayers go out to the Bell family. May she rest in heavenly peace.

May God continue to give strength to the family during this time. Praying for you. - Mrs. Betty Steele, Clinton, MD

To my extended family may the peace which passes all understanding and the love of our Heavenly Father comfort your hearts today. Mommie touched the lives of so many. I will be forever grateful and will keep tucked away in my heart the love she showed towards me. You've finished the race and completed your course. Now rest in Heavenly peace. I known your crown is Beautiful! Love, Tyranne Kennard P.S. Give TaRon a big hug from me.

May God grant you and your family comfort during this time of mourning. With love, Talisa

My heart and prayers go out to you and your family during this time of mourning.

Deepest Sympathy and Condolences to the Family in the loss of one so precious to you. May she Rest in Paradise. Claudette Smith

Aunt Jeanette I miss a love you. Tell Mamma and Daddy I said hello. God needed another Angel so he called you home. Love your Niece Dale.

Sara Ruth: my prayers go out to the family

Liz,
We are so saddened by the passing of your beloved "mommie." I hope you find peace in knowing what a wonderful family she raised, and that her legacy lives on in you and the rest of your family. Brad, Noel and Jules

Our love and prayers to the family as Jeanette is put to rest! We love her and treasure all the great times we shared. She was a sweet, gentle person who was like family! She loved you all and she knew you all loved her, so may God heal your pain as her love and memories forever be with each of you! God's Blessings Always! Mrs. Elizabeth Young and Jimmy & Shirley Jenkins

Liz, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Wishing you peace and comfort during this time, Donaven

May God comfort the family during this time.

Liz, I have no idea what you must be going through in losing what I think is one of the most important compasses in your life. I know your Mom was that to you and with this loss comes so many layers of heartache. Please accept my deepest condolences. My thoughts are with you and your family. Sheila