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Karen Bell Obituary

BELL, Karen A. Of Kingston, formerly of Dorchester, suddenly September 21, 2008. Loving mother of Anthony McArdle of Fall River. Daughter of Gertrude & husband George Johnson of Hull and Kenneth Bell & wife Judy of Dorchester. Sister of Lisa Bell of Halifax, James Bell of East Bridgewater, Derek Johnson & wife Karen of Weymouth, and the late Brian Bell. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, aunts & uncles. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral service in the Pyne Keohane Funeral Home, 21 Emerald St. (off Central St.), HINGHAM, Saturday at 10:30 AM. Visiting hours Friday 4-8 PM. Cremation will follow. Donations in Karen's memory may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 85 Astor Ave., Ste 2, Norwood, MA 02062. Call 1-800-Keohane or see www.Keohane.com for directions & online condolences.

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Published by Boston Globe on Sep. 25, 2008.

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Baron Jones

September 22, 2009

You will be forever in the memories of your Local, friends and co-workers at UPS. We miss you.

Lisa Chandler (Halpin)

September 21, 2009

For the family of my Auntie Karen-
We just recently heard of Karen passing and it saddens me that we were not able to come to the services to offer our condolences.
May she rest in peace with her 2 angels Tommy & Jessica.
I will forever cherish the memories i have of her. She was truly a great person!

Franny Gentile

July 28, 2009

To the family of Karen
We were so sorry to hear of Karen's death.We just found out. Last week my family was talking about the memories they had staying at Karen's. My daughter spent a lot of time with Karen and ma. (Patsy)Upon the death of Carol McElaney we heard about Karen. We loved her. Again we are so sorry.
Franny, Jean, Kaitlyn and Bobby

Maureen Perkins

March 3, 2009

Trudy, George, and family-I was stunned when I got your note in your Christmas Card. If I had known, I would have come to the funeral home to offer my condolences. I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family have suffered so many losses.
I like to think Brian and Karen are in heaven and singing their favorite songs together like they did when they were driving around together.

Aaron and Alyssa Monteiro

October 12, 2008

To Karen's Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Karen. We haven't seen her in over a year and were very saddened to hear of her passing. She was a beautiful person inside and out and will be missed dearly, may God rest her soul. Her family will be in our thoughts and prayers, gone but never forgotten...We love you Karen!

tina gramer

October 1, 2008

Lisa and family,
Ill always remember Karen our Mousie at the time. I havent seen Karen in 16yrs she was there for me when i was going threw some serious struggles , she was full of encouragement and love she is there for you with all her heart , and she will be in mine forever

Helen Mecagni

September 27, 2008

To Karen's Family:
I am so saddened by the tragic passing of Karen. She was a very kind, helpful, and forgiving person, and the world is a poorer place now that she is no longer here. I believe she is in heaven (probably tidying it up!) with her first children and her brother Brian. I shall treasure the many memories of our get-togethers and visits: like going yardsaling in NY and MA, and skiing in NH. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you.

September 27, 2008

To Anthony
With heavy hearts we are saddened to hear about the death of your Mom, you know that we loved her and always wished the best for her. We will smile fondly when remembering your Mom. Keeping both you and her in our hearts.
Lovingly.. C & J Camera
Carol Connelly, Carol Sherwood &
Eileen Picariello

Douglas Alves

September 27, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. I have lost the love of my life, Karen has brought such joy to my life, and to my whole family whom she considerd her family,even though we had our spats we always came up smiling. I will miss her smile and laughter. but most of all i will miss her love. I will never again hear her voice calling me Shorty, a nickname she gave me the day we met. Dougie aka ( Shorty)

Dale Andrade

September 27, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to the family, we will miss kare dearly, we only knew karen for a couple of years, but she made it feel like a life time

Dale Andrade and sister Darlene Pinckney

Colleen & Sean MacDonald

September 26, 2008

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Chuck & Elissa Donnelly

September 26, 2008

Dear Lisa & Family,
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your sister. Our thoughts are with you.

Sharon MacDonald

September 26, 2008

To the Bell Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all/ I am so sorry. Uncle Kenny I love you so much you mean alot to my family. If there is anything you need please let me know.

Baron Jones

September 25, 2008

Karen was always there in others time of need. When I started at UPS she was one of the first people to show me around. If you needed anything all you had to do was ask. She will always be one of my greatest friends. I miss you Karen.
Baronjoel

Bob and Judy Mitchell

September 25, 2008

Dear Lisa and family,
Bob and I are so very sorry for your loss, wish we could be there to give you a hug. I will keep your family in my prayers.

Jim Vafides

September 25, 2008

Trudy & George & Family,

Having just lost my mother 2 months ago, this death has hit me especially hard. Karen always had kind words for me and wrote my mother many long letters. I will miss her genuine smile and care for others less fortunate. God bless and love you all. Most Sincerely, Jim Vafides

Diane Saunders Newell

September 25, 2008

Dear Mr.Bell and Lisa,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Having gone through my adolescence with Karen and lisa I have many fond memories which I will treasure and hold dear to my heart. Mr. Bell, as an adult I looked back and saw what is not so obvious to a young teenager and that was the loving and nurturing father you were to your children. Karen and I were mischievous at times, I will forever remember the Viceroy incident, where you mysteriousley were missing cigarettes from your packages and were making complaints to Capitol market where purchased not knowing that Karen and I were opening up the package bottom and taking them and taping the bottom closed. Once discovered you took Karen to the store and made her tell the clerk what she had been doing and apoligize. This was extremely tough for a teenager to do, but you knew it was the right thing, your parenting made Karen out to be the fine women she became.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Diane Saunders Newell

Loisann Grant

September 25, 2008

George, Trudy and family, We are so sorry for this loss. We loved Karen very much. She always made us laugh and was always so good to us. We will miss her. Our deepest sympathy and all our love to you.
Loisann and Doug

Karen Britton

September 24, 2008

I WILL MISS MY FRIEND, KAREN WAS ALWAYS THERE FOR ME. MY LIFE WAS NOT THE SAME AFTER MEETING HER AND WILL NEVER BE THE SAME AFTER LOSING HER. MAY GOD BLESS HER FAMILY AND THOSE WHO'S LIFE'S SHE TOUCHED.

Marge Sampson

September 24, 2008

Dear Lisa, Trudy and Family,
I am so sorry for your very tragic loss. Karen was one hot ticket and I will always have very fond memories of our trip to Provincetown in Lisa's rented convertable. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. God Bless!
Love,

midge crowley

September 24, 2008

Dear Lisa,Trudy and family
My heartfelt sympathies are with all of you during this sad time. Karen was someone you would never forget once you met her, she was a very special person and now she is at peace. My brother Buddy will be happy to see "Daisy Mae" again.

Sincerely,
Midge Crowley

Sandra Kelly

September 24, 2008

To Karen's Family,

So sorry to hear of your loss. I'm so glad I got a chance to know Karen. She was always such a sweet soul and had a beautiful spirit. She will truly be missed.

CINDY BENNETT

September 24, 2008

karen I hope you are at peace and with your children in heaven.you made me laugh like no one else could.I feel so blessed to have had you as a friend.you were my "honey'.YOUR LOCAL 25 TEMSTERS WILL MISS YOU.YOU WERE SO PROUD TO BE PART OF THAT UNION.iWOULD BE HERE ALL DAY SHARING MY THOUGHS AND MEMORIES SO i WILL END IT WITH I WILL MISS YOU DEARLY LOVE CINDY BENNETT '

Beth A. Mulvey

September 24, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Karen was my best friend in and out of UPS, I will miss her company and her beautiful smile. She was always thinking of other people. She was so very generous and always had an encouraging word when you were hurting. I will miss our late night talks on the phone. There will be a place in my heart for her always. Again please except my deepest sympathy . I LOVE HER AND WILL MISS HER DEEPLY. Beth A. Mulvey

Kerri-Anne & Randall Deeran

September 24, 2008

Our hearts and prayers are with you! You would give anything to anyone else that needed it! Thank you for being a great neighbor. UPS will not be the same with out you that's for sure!

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