Audrey Marie Bell quietly entered eternal rest on early Thursday morning May 13, 2021 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center.
“Dottie” as she was affectionately known to everyone, was the second of seven children born on November 12, 1957 to the late Willie James Bell and Alma Eliese Ward Bell. Dottie received her diploma from Hunter Huss High School in June 1977. Dottie was known for her feisty spirit and kind heart. She also liked to have family and friends around. She accepted Christ at a young age and attended Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church in which she loved in Bessemer City, North Carolina. She always believed in the Lord and loved the old hymns. She kept the faith until she accepted her heavenly wings.
She is survived by her brothers, Terry Bell, Victor Bell, Willie Bell Jr., Edward Bell, and wife Anita Bell of Gastonia, NC, her sisters, Myra Bell and Lorane Bell of Gastonia, NC. Dottie had a host of nieces and nephews and many relatives and friends
Funeral Arrangements Are as follows:
PLACE: Graveside Services Kelly's Chapel Cemetery Payne Road Bessemer City, North Carolina
DATE & TIME: Saturday, May 22, 2021 AT: 1:00 P.M.
Public Viewing will be at the funeral home Friday, May 21, 2021 from 3:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M.
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So sorry to hear my classmate has gone on to be with the Lord. She was such a delight to be around I met her in the eight grade at Ashley JR High.
June Reid Davis
Saying my final goodbye dear friend.today you're being laid to your final rest.ill remember you and our friendship always.may your family find comfort in the fact you're with the Lord now and you're finally at peace.no more pain.love Vanessa Craig Wilson & Family. Chester PA
I send my sincere condolences to the Bell family, part of my family as well. Dottie will truly be missed by me and so many others. I pray your strength in the Lord, as you go through this difficult time.
Marjorie Gettys
Dottie, I will truly miss you. Love you forever, Juanita your Best Friend. ❤️
I know I've posted numerous times but it's very hard to say goodbye to my dear friend. 😞 and in the words of the song " it's so hard to say goodbye to yesterday.to the good times we had and to all the joys as well as sorrows we shared. Dottie was a beautiful lady.she looked just like her mother.im still processing my loss. I'll never get over her passing.I know it's a part of life but it's really hard.I love you Dottie.im glad you're not in any more pain.please R.I.P.love forever Vanessa Craig Wilson Chester PA
Dottie will be greatly missed. Every time that we saw each other, she was always the same. With that big and gorgeous smile. Family take care,,, I love you all. Barbara M. Kennedy
Rest in Peace Dottie Bell So sorry for your loss , God bless all broken hearts and mind. Sincerely Jackie Burris and family. Westminster Ca
Bell Family, So sorry for the loss of your beloved Dottie. Praying God's strength and healing as you go through this difficult time. 🙏🏾❤️ Pam Hamilton
Bell Family, So sorry for the loss of your beloved Dottie. Praying God's strength and healing as you go through this difficult time. 🙏🏾❤️
To the Family of Ms.Audrey "Dottie" Bell. You have our deepest sympathy & condolences. Willie we are thinking of you and Praying for you & your families strength. Blessings 🙏🏽 ❤️ Eric,Tammy,EJ,Allison Sims
Lorraine, you & your whole family are in my prayers! Karen Cooper-HHHS class of 1979! Luv you girl.
Lorraine and Family, May your memories live forever with your hearts and bring comfort, peace, joy and laughter. May God bless and keep you all in the days to come. Lisa Michelle Simpson, HHH Class of 1979.
Love you Dottie & will miss you. .Vanessa Craig Wilson Chester PA
Love you Dottie
Dottie.coming home to visit in Gastonia is never going to be the same now that you're gone😪.I love you and will never forget you.my condolences to your family.may they find solace in remembering your beautiful smile and genuine soul.you are forever my friend and sister.I pray you're at peace.I love you. Vanessa Craig Wilson Chester PA
Audrey was always a cheerful "hello" and a friendly smile in the morning. Her illness and death was untimely for everyone who knew her, and her loss is felt by all her extended family at the Gaston County Public Library Main Branch. (Bill Bumgardner)
I will miss Audrey dearly. During her time at the library, we always had wonderful chats and she always brightened my day. She was a lovely lady whom I admired. My thoughts are with her family during this difficult time.
Dottie is my sister and I love her dearly. God answers prayer the way He wants it so He decided to take her home. She was a wonderful sister, protector, and friend. No more pain and worry. Jesus, Mom and Dad are there to meet you...
I love you Dottie😪 May you R.I.P. Love Vanessa Craig Wilson
My sincere condolences to the Bell family.Dottie was my dear friend more like a sister.my visits hone to Gastonia will not be the same now that she's gone.Im Dottie I pray you're at peace.I will miss you .and will always hold you dear to my heart.I love you.R.I.P. Love Vanessa Craig Wilson & Family
To the entire Bell family, We love you and offer our deepest sympathies during this difficult season. Worry no more for Ms. Dottie because she is now whole, healed and worshipping on Gods throne. I was told as a child concerning passing on, when God picks flowers for his garden, he chooses the prettiest one. God choose a beautiful flower on 5/13 for his garden. If we can be of any service to the family, please don't hesitate to reach out. The McClures
Audrey aka Dottie, truly a dear friend and love one...sending up prayers of comfort for all family members...love always Beverly Jackson Sanders
Audrey was kind and sweet to every person she encountered. Her bright smile and laughter cheered me up on many days. Sending love and healing to her family.
-Debra
Audrey was a gentle, sweet soul who left the world too early. Sending prayers to the family for comfort and peace.
Miss Audrey was so sweet and loving during her time at the library. We will miss her dearly and are thinking of her family at this difficult time.
Love Vanessa Craig Wilson and Family. PA
Dottie I can't believe you're gone😪 you were and always will be my true friend. You will be truly missed. May you. R.I.P.my heart felt sympathy to your family.
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