Judy Bell

I had the pleasure and honor of knowing Judy in Southern Pines NC a few yrs ago. What a remarkable human. Her friends were a testament to her love of people as well as golf. She gifted me with a signed copy of her book. I treasure it. May she rest in peace.

I knew of Miss Judy Bell through my father Mario Renteria Sr. He was the assistant golf pro at the Crestview C.C in Wichita, Ks. For 38 years and I believe had given her golf instruction in her teenage years. Her reputation in Wichita was unheralded by all in the golf world and she and her family were highly respected. I was saddened to read of her death but her legacy will live forever here in the Midwest.

Oh, Judy Bell! - What a warm, kind light in our world. I met Judy through my partner Karima´s introduction, followed by our many visits to see her and dear Kathleen in her Colorado Springs home over the last nine years. From our first meeting, there was a delightful, welcoming acceptance and heartfelt connection that made you feel comfortable and at home, grounded, with her. She "got you." And she enjoyed you. With all of Judy´s life accomplishments and fame, she was always so sweet and...

Judy was the most amazing friend and mentor a young lady could ever ask for. Judy was brilliant in business and caring for those she loved, Family and Friends. CB, I love you. I´m so happy you were able to see her a very short time ago. Please know you and the family are in my prayers. Judy is in golfer and gourmet heaven with so many that have left us. Judy will be sorely missed. A legend has passed the pearly gates of Heaven

A grand woman whom I admired greatly. We will not see her likes again.

Judy was one of kind...terrific sports person, solid business person and a wonderful community advocate...a great friend to many.

I first met Judy as her travel agent back in 1990. I arranged much of her travel until she was no longer able to travel. I´ll admit, Judy was a little scary to me at first - mainly because she was always changing her flights and, on the day of travel, always running late! She had everyone standing on their heads to get her out of town. But through it all, Judy was always pleasant to everyone and never failed to show her appreciation. Over the years, we became friends and shared many fun...

What an honor it was to have known Judy for many years. As work colleague in golf world, business world and primarily a friend. May her memory be eternal!

When working for Judy at A Short Story (while in college and again as a young mother), she instilled in me a work ethic that I still reflect on and follow: There is ALWAYS something to get done or do better; be welcoming, approachable, enthusiastic, and honest. I have thought of her often throughout the years and I so appreciate the time she spent teaching me how to be the best "me" in all that I do. It has been several years since I last saw her, but I will always remember her and the huge...