Connie Bell Obituary
Connie K. Bell, 77, of North Sewickley Twp. passed away Friday, October 31, 2025, at her residence.
Born January 23, 1948, in Beaver Falls, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Irene "Tootsie" Shoaf Gahagan. She was married to David R. Bell for 46 years when he passed away on January 10, 2013.
A god-fearing woman, Connie was a devoted homemaker. She enjoyed cooking and baking and was an active member of the Beaver Falls Christian Assembly Church where she was known for her delicious pies. Her most cherished moments were spent with her family.
Survivors include two sons, David (Klaryce) Bell of Negley, OH and John "J.P." (Cara) Bell of Ellwood City; daughter, Debra (James) McCullough of Beaver Falls; five grandchildren, Jonathan (Jessica), Brittany (Kelvin), Domenic, Amber, and John "J.P." Jr, and five great-grandchildren, Jayden, Savi, Kylie, Mary, and John.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two grandchildren, Tristan and Trustan Bell and three sisters, Shirley Smith, Sandy Gahagan, and Patty Beitsch.
Private services will be held. Interment will be in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Marshall Funeral Home, Ellwood City.
Online condolences may be sent to marshallsfh.com.
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