BELL, SYLVIA T.

September 20, 1943 - December 1, 2020

Sylvia T. Bell of Winston-Salem, NC was called home by the Lord after a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease; she was 77 years old. She passed away while resting peacefully, surrounded by loved ones. Sylvia was born in Morehead City, NC to Elwyn and Arlene Thompson and moved to Winston-Salem in the early 60's to attend school at the Baptist Hospital School of Nursing. She spent her early career as a registered nurse at Baptist Hospital, Camps Merri-Mac and Rockmont and the NC Governor's School. Most of all, she was passionate about serving as a nurse/administrator at the WFU Student Health Service where she worked for 30 years. During her nursing career she was recognized and honored numerous times for her contribution to student health.

During both her career and family life, she appreciated the many small joys. She enjoyed volunteering at Knollwood Baptist Church where she was a member for almost 60 years. She delightfully opened her home to friends and family for celebrations. Most of all, she loved and cherished her grandchildren, striving to always stay an integral part of their lives.

Sylvia leaves behind many loved ones, her daughter Katherine and husband Jim McCorkle of Charlotte, NC and son Tim Bell of Pasadena, CA and her beloved grandchildren Matthew, Megan, and Sydney of Charlotte and Charles of Pasadena. Her siblings and their families: sister, Dianna and Bob Carter of High Point and brother, Elwyn 'Tommy' and Jane Thompson of Winston-Salem.

A special thanks to Sylvia's extraordinary friends who lovingly stood by her throughout her illness and all the amazing staff at Westerly Place in Salemtowne. Contributions may be made to the Rona Klein Salemtowne Shines Team in the Winston-Salem Walk To End Alzheimer's, Trellis (Hospice) of NC (trellissupport.org/content/ways-give) and Knollwood Baptist Church. There will be a private graveside family gathering now followed by a memorial service at Knollwood Baptist Church next summer.

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Published by Winston-Salem Journal on Dec. 6, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Sylvia Bell

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12 Entries

Bob Carter

November 30, 2021

I miss Sylvia in so many ways. I miss her candor; she told it like it was. I miss her smile; it could light up a room. I miss her friendship; she had keen insight when I needed advice. I have trouble believing a year has gone by since she "escaped the bonds of earth." God must really enjoy having her in His presence and visiting her in the mansion Jesus set aside for her. I want to live next door someday.

Presley Byrd Allsbrook

December 14, 2020

Devastated to hear of Sylvia´s passing. She was an absolute treasure of a woman. My deepest sympathy goes out to her family.

Ken Sharp

December 14, 2020

Sylvia was one of the most loving people I have ever met. I enjoyed our time together at WFU. My prayers go out to the family and friends.

Toni Finch

December 14, 2020

I am so sorry for your loss. I work at WFU and spoke to Sylvia on so many occasions. She was always so warm and friendly. Prayers for all of her loved ones.

Mary Matthews

December 12, 2020

Tim and Elizabeth, I am so sorry for your loss. I've known Sylvia since nursing school days, and we moved to Salemtowne about the same time, and were delighted to "find" one another living here. She was a delightful person, a dedicated nurse, and loved her children.
Thinking of you.

Bob Carter

December 7, 2020

Sylvia was a wonderful sister-in-law. Time and space would not suffice for me to list all the acts of kindness he did for us during the 52 years of my marriage to her sister Dianna. We will miss her in many, many ways. I pray that she will put in a good word for me with God. May she rest in peace until the day the sure resurrection of those who have given their lives to Jesus Christ.

Brenda Latham-Sadler

December 6, 2020

I worked covering call and weekends in student health with Sylvia, so sorry to hear of her passing. I have wonderful memories, we laughed a lot, she made work easier for a lot of us. She will be missed, so glad to have had her in my life, prayers for comfort to her family.

Frances Flynn

December 6, 2020

So sorry to hear of Sylvia's passing. I worked with her at Wake Forest and continued our friendship afterwards by mail until she became ill. Our deepest sympathy to her family.

Ted Johnson

December 6, 2020

Let me offer my sincere condolences for Sylvia's passing. I worked closely with her for many years here at Wake Forest and she was a fantastic person. Praying for you and your family at this time.

Alice Greene

December 6, 2020

So saddened to hear about the death of my former neighbor Sylvia. She was a wonderful neighbor for many years that she lived next door to me on Benchley Road in Winston-Salem. God give comfort to Kathryn & Tim during this sad journey!

Patty Atwood

December 6, 2020

Sylvia was indeed one of the kindest people I have had the pleasure to work with at Wake Forest University. She always made me feel like I was the only focus of her attention when talking with her - even though I know how busy she was and how much she had on her 'to-do' list. My sympathy to her children, grandchildren and friends. She will be missed!

Keith Wise

December 6, 2020

Worked with her at Wake Forest University for many years and she always had time to speak to you

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