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Ann Bell

1939 - 2025

Ann Bell obituary, 1939-2025, Omaha, NE

BORN

1939

DIED

2025

Ann Bell Obituary

Ann (Brannan) Bell, 86, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family on October 2, 2025, in Omaha, NE. Born February 13, 1939, she lived a long and prosperous life with family, friends, children, multiple careers, and several travel adventures. Also a Mensa member; amateur archeologist; avid reader; sports fan; and an excellent bridge player. We will miss her dearly.

Preceded in death by devoted husband DR Ronald Bell; parents E. Grace and Leonard Brannan; brother Dave Brannan and spouse Anne Brannan; and brother Phil Brannan.

Survived by daughter Liz Reeves and spouse Daryl Reeves; granddaughter Erin Reeves and spouse Alex Tuchel-Veyl; granddaughter Kate Reeves and fiancé Aaron Owens; daughter Kit Lemon and spouse Lon Lemon; daughter Virginia Bell-Pringle and spouse Joe Pringle; Grandpups Pickles, Jellybean, and Iris; and nephew Mike Brannan and family.

Private service only.

Donations to the Immanuel Community Foundation in memory of Ann Bell appreciated:

Mail checks to:

1044 N. 115th Street

Suite 500

Omaha, NE. 68154

402-507-4899

Condolences may be expressed at https://obituaries.roedermortuary.com/ann-bell.
Published by Omaha World-Herald from Oct. 18 to Oct. 19, 2025.

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Sad to know she is gone. She was my best friend all through grade school. Spent many overnights at her house watching her practice dancing in the basement. Wish we could turn time back. Alice Christy Williams

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