Sonya Towry Obituary
Born in Ruston, LA, to Peggy Jean Drennon Bell and the late MSgt Bobbie Lee Bell, Sonya was a woman of warmth and spirit. After graduating from Lincoln County High School in 1988 and Motlow College, she enjoyed a long career with the Social Security Administration until her retirement.
Sonya's greatest joys were found in the simple things: a trip to the beach, cheering on the UT Vols in basketball and football, and preparing meals for those she loved. Above all, she cherished her title of "Gigi."
She is survived by her mother, Peggy Bell; her daughters, Heidi (Ryan) Mann and Audrey Ann Towry; her adored grandchildren, Parker and Reagan Mann; her sister, Teresa (Homer) Drake; nephew, Brandon Drake; aunt, Betty Jo Storey; and her faithful dogs, Cash and Mabel. Sonya was preceded in death by her father, MSgt Bobbie Lee Bell; and both her maternal and paternal grandparents.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Sonya Lea Bell Towry.
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