Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Joan Carol Pickart Bell
1933 - 2022
Joan Carol Pickart Bell
1933 - 2022
Obituary
Guest Book
BORN
1933
DIED
2022
Joan Bell Obituary
Joan Carol Pickart Bell
OWATONNA - Joan Carol Pickart Bell of Owatonna, MN died May 1, 2022, at her home with her family by her side. The family will celebrate Joan's life with a prayer service on Tuesday, May 10, 2022, at 11:30 a.m. at Brick – Meger Funeral Home in Owatonna, MN. Family will gather at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home.
Joan was born in Milwaukee, WI on June 21, 1933, the daughter of Harold and Mary (Newton) Pickart. Joan graduated from Winona Senior High School in 1951. She was united in marriage to her life partner, Donald Bell on June 13, 1953 at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Winona. Together the couple raised two sons, Glen and Scott.
Joan worked at the First National Bank of Rochester and Sun Bank of Delray Beach, Florida. She also worked for IBM of Rochester where she held management positions in Administrative Services and Information Development before taking early retirement in 1987 after 19 years of service.
After Joan and Don's retirement, they spent much time golfing, traveling, and occasionally at the casino. She was past president of Harvest House in Winona, volunteer at the Winona Senior Center, and past treasurer of Eagles Auxiliary of Winona. Her favorite summer pastime was watching great-grandchildren play ball.
Joan will be remembered by her husband Don of 68 years; son, Scott of Owatonna; grandchildren: Derek (Lindsay) Bell, Lakeville, MN; Lindsey (Jake) Raasch, Zumbrota, MN; Michael (Natalie) Bell, Owatonna; and Melissa (Louis) Wencl, Owatonna; great-grandchildren: Madilynn, Myla, Macy, Melanie, Kora, Noel, Onna, Payton, Ethan, Austin, Grant, Braylen and Kayla, and sister MaryAnn Preston, Lake City, MN.
She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Glen; brother, Jerome Pickart; sister, Kay Schaefer; and nephew, Brett Ekker.
Joan requested this message be shared: Many thanks for the wonderful care I received, especially In-Home Hospice, Mayo-Rochester's Team of nurses, my better half always at my side, Scott, Mike, Natalie, Melissa and my two boys Ethan and Austin for being with me for love and support and lots of help. Again, thanks and I love you.
To leave a condolence message go to www.megercares.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
1 Entry
Steve Bell
December 20, 2022
My deepest condolences to Joan's family. I remember many joyful times with Donny, Joan, Scott, and Glen. Your nephew Steve Bell
How you can show support
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
1603 Austin Rd, Owatonna, MN 55060
Make a Donation
in Joan Bell's name
How to support Joan's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Joan Bell's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
