Donna Tate Bell

Donna Tate Bell obituary

Donna Tate Bell

Donna Bell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Clark Legacy Center - Frankfort on Dec. 31, 2025.
Donna Tate South Bell, 82, wife of Rusty Bell, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. A native of Frankfort, she was born on April 4, 1943 to the late William and Frances Long South. Donna retired from Kentucky Teachers Retirement System.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her son, Troy Fallon Bell; her brother-in-law, Butch Turner; her niece, Lindsay Tate Pritchett (Jeff); great nephew, Landon Tate Pritchett; and her great niece, Sawyer Elizabeth Pritchett.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Judi Carol Turner.

No services are planned at this time. Clark Legacy Center, Versailles Rd is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Forks of Elkhorn Baptist Church Discipleship 101 Sunday School Class.

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January 4, 2026

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January 3, 2026

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January 3, 2026

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Sandra Daniels

January 4, 2026

Rusty, I am so sorry to hear of Donna's passing. She was such a sweet lady. I always enjoyed when you two sat with me at church. I pray for God to comfort your heart and give you peace.

Sandra Daniels

Shelley Hyatt Morris

January 3, 2026

Donna was so precious. I knew her most of my Life. She taught my Sunday School Class the Teen Girls Class at Highland Christian Church. One Sunday her smile was larger than usual, Rusty had proposed the night before. We all got to see her ring! She will be so missed. Prayers for Rusty and the Family. My Momma, Doris Hyatt sends her love too.

Delle Blair

January 3, 2026

So sorry to hear of Donna´s passing. Bill and I enjoyed many good times with Rusty and Donna when we were in a small group with them at First Christian Church. Donna always made everyone feel special with her decorated birthday cards and the sweet blankets she and Rusty made. Sending love, prayers and hugs to Rusty and Troy.

Lisa McLeod

January 1, 2026

Donna Bell was such a sweet, sweet woman. She was a member of our table group from Forks of the Elkhorn Baptist Church. I always looked forward to hear what she had to say during each meeting with our group. We also looked forward to receiving cards on special occasions from her and Rusty. We always knew they were from her because they would have cute stickers on them. Not only did she have such a sweet spirit but she could also be very witty. Don and I will truly miss her but we are glad she is now out of pain and residing in her heavenly home.
Lisa and Don McLeod

Meredith Elliott

December 31, 2025

Donna always made me feel loved and special. I was her hairdresser for a couple years and she was the kindest, most thoughtful woman. Never missed a birthday for anyone she loved! I´ll see her again one day. :)

Flo Long

December 31, 2025

Rusty and Troy so sorry to hear of Donna´s passing. She was a lovely, kind person. I have many fond memories of her. Flo Long

Robin Mayes

December 31, 2025

Donna was such an example of a Godly woman. I have been her manicurist for many years and I always looked forward to Donna coming to get her nails manicured. We shared so many laughs, tears and prayers throughout the years. I am heartbroken but I know where my sister in Christ is now. I love you Donna.

Pat Redman

December 31, 2025

Donna was a ray of sunshine! She made me laugh even when I didn´t feel like it! I will miss our times together with she and Rusty! She was a strong Christian and loved her church and Sunday School class! Rest in peace sweet girl!

Connie Simpson

December 31, 2025

Donna was a beloved member of our Family. Her faith in Christ was evident in all she did. To know Donna was to love her. Her laugh was contagious and she made everyone feel special. We will miss her so much.

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