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Obituary For Lena W. Bell
Lena Walker Bell, 79, of Hephzibah, Georgia departed this life suddenly after a brief illness on Sunday, May 21, 2023. A beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, auntie, cousin, and friend, she was born to the late Mark Walker and Ruby Johnson Walker in Sardis, Georgia on June 10, 1943βthe youngest of six children.
Lena received her primary and junior high school education in Sardis, Georgia and began high school in Waynesboro before withdrawing to care for her ailing mother. Undeterred by a years-long delay in her education, Lena later earned her GED and began working in the field of health services and nursing. She retired from her position as a licensed practical nurse at Gracewood State School and Hospital in 2007 after thirty years.
She married Lucius Gordon, Sr., in 1962, and they welcomed four children into the world. In 1977, she married Mitchell Bell, and welcomed two more daughters. A dedicated worker throughout her life β whether in the cotton fields of Burke County or as a caregiver in the halls of Gracewood, Lena enjoyed winding down by reading, exploring on the computer and being in the company of her children. She also enjoyed volunteering with Cancer Support Services (formerly known as The Lydia Project) in Augusta.
Lena leaves to cherish her memory: six children, Lucius Gordon, Jr. (Candace) of Ogden, UT; Wycliffe Gordon (April) of Augusta, GA; Karen Gordon Thomas (Clarence) of Hephzibah, GA; Stephen Gordon of Santa Barbara, CA; Audrey Michelle Ali (Esaa) of Martinez, GA; and Tonya Bell of New York City; nineteen grandchildren, Ismael, Yusef, Attiyah, Celeste, Countess, LeBarron, Thomas, Cliff, Corey, Evan, Jaz, Cassandra, Daniel βScooterβ, Malcolm, Chris, Ryanne, Jamil, Jayden, Raheem; one great-grandson, Mason; one brother, Alvin Walker (Julia) of Fort Lauderdale, and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters; Marie Roberts and Rosie Lee Jenkins; two brothers, Alfred Walker, Sr. and Curlie Walker; a beloved nephew that she was raised alongside, Leroy Mincey; and a host of other beloved family, friends and loved ones.
A celebration of life will be 1:00 PM, Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at Broadway Baptist Church (2323 Barton Chapel Road, Augusta, GA) with Rev. Anthony Booker presiding and Rev. Alfred Walker officiating. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park. The family will receive family and friends from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Tuesday, May 30, 2023, in Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home Chapel, 3618 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, GA. (706) 790-8858.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Cancer Support Services at www.cancersupportservices.org.
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To family my deepest condolences lost of your Beautiful Mother Mrs.Lena.sheisrest in the our lord and savior Jesus christ π.
Please accept our heartfelt condolences, on the loss of Aunt Lena. We are thankful we spent time with her in February 2022. Sending love and prayers your way Family π π π
To the family and friends of my friend and former classmate, Mrs. Lena W. Bell, may God's Grace and Mercy be sufficient to sustain you through this time of grief, and in the passing of your family's matriarch. We offer our sympathy, condolences, and prayers for your comfort through this difficult transition. We too will miss her. May Lena RIP in peace from her worldly cares, as she is welcomed into her Heavenly home. Sincerely, Marion Roberson Jr. W.H.& I School Carolyn Roberson. Class of '62
Our condolences and thoughts go out to such a wonderful woman with whom my parents knew and to whom I was just recently introduced to in my adult life. All praises and glory be to God. Stay strong and in prayer family. Love you
Family, May fond memories comfort you during this time of sorrow. Aunt Lena will be missed. Love, Barbara
Family, My heart aches for you. I'm praying with and for you as you mourn the loss of your beloved mother. She was one of a kind. May fond memories comfort you during your time of sorrow. Love Barbara
Sending love and prayers for the Gordon:Bell family. Ms.Lena was a jewel and loved deeply by the Tanksleys.
Thank you for being there. You were an inspiration, a blessing, and loved SO many. I hope and pray you left this earth knowing that you touched so many souls and were loved by countless people. Thank you for loving us all, Gramma Lena. We love you.
Dear Family, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies of the loss of your beloved Lena. We grieve with you. She was an inspiring example of Christ in the world. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Peace, prayers, and blessings, -Cancer Support Services Staff and Volunteers
To our beloved Aunt Lena. May you rest in eternal peace. We will miss you tremendously!! Love you always. Melvin and Ruby Broom
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
