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for Barbara Bell
Merri Mann and Harris Reibel
December 24, 2009
A year has gone by and we still think of Barbara so often. We miss the phone calls, the sharing of stories, and the gales of laughter. She lives in our hearts. Merri and Harris
Ywaidree Machin-Quirantes
February 1, 2009
I attended Joe Hall Elementary. I was very little but I do remember Mrs. Bell walking the halls of the school. I vividly remember how gentle, caring, and kind she was with the kids and the staff.
I later attended Paul W. Bell Middle school and remember her being at the schools opening ceremonies. She was so proud and honored that the school carried her late Husband's name.
Her contribution to education will live on forever.
To the family, may she always live in your hearts and memories.
Allan Bonilla
January 23, 2009
To Barbara's family, what a shock to learn of Barbara's passing. I knew Barbara and Paul for many years and recently renewed our friendship as we worked together after our retirement. May you be comforted by knowing that others share your grief as well as happy moments.
Marshall and Joanne Stearns
January 6, 2009
We fondly remember meeting Barbara walking the beach on Jensen Beach. We remarked how lucky we were to live in Florida on that glorious day. Barbara was aglow with her tan, her sparkling eyes, and broad smile.That memory will stay with us.
Roger Cuevas
January 2, 2009
We shall sincerely miss Barbara.
Rita Goldstein/Baron/Morrissey
January 2, 2009
I remember Barbara Bell when she was in high school as Barbara Vorzimer. She and her sister Peggy visited our home often as Barbara and my sister were very close. My sister was Jeanne Goldstein, who passed away of breast cancer in 1989 at age 51. Barbara and Peggy were very special and I still remember the fondness I felt for both of them.
My condolences to the family of Barbara.
Rita Goldstein-Baron/Morrissey
Jennifer Aronowsky-Kunkel
December 30, 2008
Mrs. Bell gave me my first job as a Kindergarten teacher at Joe Hall. It was a time when jobs were unbelievably hard to come by thanks to Hurricane Andrew, but Mrs. Bell found a way to keep me at Joe Hall. For that, I am eternally grateful. Mrs. Bell was a mother to all of her teachers, guiding them to be the best teachers and people they could be. Since that time, I have had many wonderful principals, but there is only ONE Mrs. Bell. I will always remember her joyous personality and spirit, and, of course, when she came to my wedding. I send my condolences to her family, and also my gratitude for sharing Barbara Bell with ALL of us!
Emilio F. Fox
December 29, 2008
Good humor, a keen intellect, loyalty, personal and professional integrity, and an unwavering comittment to seeing the good in everyone are some of the traits that come to mind when I remember the times shared with Barbara. Knowing her has been my good fortune. While she will be missed, she leaves behind memories that will be treasured for years to come.
Robin Wolff
December 28, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to each of you. We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Fondly, Robin Wolff and Kathy Gregory
myra locke
December 27, 2008
We often laughed and seldom cried over what our boys did together. We will always remember you Barbara as a good compatriot, a good friend, a kind and honest person and someone who will live in our hearts.
Myra and Jerry Locke
Paul and Ann Phillips
December 27, 2008
Barbara's charm, grace, and good humor are surpassed only by her love of family. She will be cherished and remembered by the many whose lives she touched.
Ella Borok Paets
December 27, 2008
Her intellect, charm and kindness are remembered fondly.
Susan Hayden
December 27, 2008
Barbara was one of the nicest people
I've known--going back to Beach
High. My condolences to the family.
noreen rubin
December 27, 2008
You will always be remembered as my mentor and friend.
JIM AND EDITH GALLAGHER
December 27, 2008
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Merri Mann and Harris Reibel
December 27, 2008
Barbara will always be in our hearts. We cherish all our times, but especially the funny times...her first massage and being so nervous she put her clothes on inside out; trying to sneak her umbrella into the Orange Bowl, only to tell the guard at the gate, "I don't have an umbrella in my purse!" Her umbrella went right on the pile never to be seen again Funnier still is the fact that the guard never even asked. She just volunteered the information! Those are only two of hundreds of Barbara stories. There is a wonderful prayer that we say on the High Holy Days which reminds us that those we love we live as long as we remember them. We will remember Barbara always. Merri and Harris
Roger and Barbara Shatanof
December 27, 2008
We were most fortunate to have known Barbara and to have her call us friends. She would light-up a room when she entered. All who knew her respected her and valued her judgement. A lovely person, she will remain in our hearts and we offer our most sincere condolences to her family.
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