Dorothy Lynn Bell, 91, passed away on March 11th, 2017 at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital in Glasgow, Montana. Dorothy was born in Rupert, Idaho on October 1, 1925 to Irvin W. and Doris Larson.
Dorothy was raised in Saco. She was involved in band, sports, church, and many community activities. After graduation she attended the University of Montana and was a member of the University Symphony Orchestra and Alpha Chi sorority. In 1944, she married Bill Bell in Everett, Washington prior to his service in World War II. During his deployment she returned to Saco and post war they resided in Malta where they raised six children, moving to Glasgow in 1957. She worked alongside her husband at Bell Mortuary. She was active in the Congregational Church, Eastern Star and Rainbow for Girls. She was an organist, artist, seamstress, potter, knitter and an amazing cook. Her greatest gift was parenting her six children.
She was preceded in death by her parents, sister Laurece and brother Ellis, sons in law Marvin Edwards and Scott Alexander, and grandson Daniel Cunneen. She is survived by husband W. Carl Bell; her children Cherie Edwards of Chinook, Steve Bell (Vickie) of Glasgow, Kathy Sather (Terry) of Billings, Kari Wiens (Richard) of Glasgow, Kent Bell (Kathy) of Glasgow, and Jenny Cunneen (Mick) of Billings.
She is survived by grandchildren Camia Savage, Tyler Edwards, Eric Edwards, Sean Edwards, Nicole Gleason, Lisa Ball, Jenna Marsalek, April Sather, Amber Sather, Ben Sather, Christopher Wiens, Nathan Wiens, Jonathan Wiens, SaraAnn Rasmusan, Brian Bell, Katie Maehl, Brad Bell, Seth Cunneen, Kara Cunneen and Tessa Berl. She has 41 great-grandchildren.
Service Schedule
Prayer Service
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Monday March 13, 2017
Bell Mortuary
701 2nd Avenue South
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Tuesday March 14, 2017
Bell Mortuary
701 2nd Avenue South
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Burial
12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m
Tuesday March 14, 2017
Highland Cemetery
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Luncheon
12:30 p.m.
Tuesday March 14, 2017
Evangelical Church
152 Aberdeen Street
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Service Schedule
Prayer Service
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Monday March 13, 2017
Bell Mortuary
701 2nd Avenue South
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Tuesday March 14, 2017
Bell Mortuary
701 2nd Avenue South
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Burial
12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m
Tuesday March 14, 2017
Highland Cemetery
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Luncheon
12:30 p.m.
Tuesday March 14, 2017
Evangelical Church
152 Aberdeen Street
Glasgow, Montana 59230
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Niles Nelson says
Dear Steve and Kent and families,
So sorry to read of your mom’s passing; although 91 is a good age to live to, nothing ever can assuage the loss of someone who is as extraordinary as a mother – who can count the profound ways in which they’ve molded and influenced our lives and their love for us. Our respects, thoughts and prayers are with you and for you and yours in this time of loss of someone so special. On behalf of myself and the entire executive board,
Niles Nelson
President
Montana Funeral Directors Association
Susan Kirkman says
Our family has lost a great mother. My memories of my aunt always include food and laughter. I was always amazed she could handle 6 kids with calmness and love. My cousins and their families will miss her as will the rest of us that have not seen nearly enough of all of you in the past years. Sue Larson Kirkman
Frank Arb says
Kent and Steve and families,
Although I never knew your mother well, I have to think anyone that raises gentlemen of your stature and with the values you both have, must have been a wonderful caring woman. As I worked in the Bell funeral home, on occasion over the last couple years, I was always so impressed with the love and respect the community had for your family and the business your family built. That alone speaks volumes for your mother. I am so sorry for your loss. Even though we deal with death every day the loss of a family member will still cause a great pain in our soul. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Warm Personal Regards,
Frank and Susan Arb and the staff of the Forsyth Funeral Home.
Cherie' L. Lowry says
To the Bell Family,
Our sincere condolences concerning the passing of such a prominent member of Valley County. We apologize for not attending the service, as we just read the obituary late this afternoon.
Many memories will live on in the hearts of all who knew Dorothy as Wife, Mother, and Friend.
In empathy,
The Charles A. Rice Family
Beverly Tade says
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Bell families. So sorry for your loss. Larry and Bev Tade
Howard Pippin says
Hi Steve, Kent and all your families,
Just want you to know that your Mom was one of the nicest ladies I have ever known. May the Lord be with you all with comfort and love. I’ve known your folks since the early 50’s. Bless you all.
With God Grace,
Howard Pippin