of Conway, AR
June 30, 1931 - July 9, 2021
Florine Graham Bell, age 90, arrived safely home to be with her Lord on July 9, 2021. She was born June 30, 1931, in Red Hill, AR to Letcher Mae and Tommy Graham, number 5 of 9 children. She graduated from Conway High School and married the love of her life, Bill Bell, on December 20, 1950. She worked as a telephone operator for a short time and was administrator of Meadowlake Nursing Home for many years. She was an active volunteer through her church and community, serving as Sunday School teacher, as a leader in various Bible Study Fellowship positions, Conway Junior Auxiliary, Conway Civic League, and Ida Burns PTA
Her most loved profession however, was that of wife, mom, Grandmomma, and GG. She was always available to help her family and friends, doing so with her beautiful smile and positive attitude. She loved and was loved by most people she met but she had a special love and joy that was evident when she was with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Each one felt that he or she was her favorite when with her.
She and Bill traveled the world together and enjoyed activities with many friends until Bill's Parkinson's kept them homebound. Both Bill and Florine accepted these years with grace and positive attitude, teaching their family about strength and faith in the Lord as Bill's health declined, until he died July 25, 2006. During her years as a widow, Florine remained active, going to church, exercising with the Silver Sneakers program, reading books, enjoying her yard with birds and flowers, shopping with her best friend Jo Avra, and making the best of her life even in the later years of her own declining health when she had to give up these activities. She taught her family much during her life.
Florine was treasured by her family and friends and known for her love of spontaneity and flexibility and willingness to put aside her own schedule to help someone else out. She is remembered for her constant big smile, unconditional love, and for being a powerful prayer warrior. She loved life but always looked forward to the next and best life in heaven with Jesus. She was a member of Four Winds Church, and prior to that, a founding member of University Church of Christ.
Florine was preceded in death by her parents, husband, 2 brothers Hurlis and JB Graham, and 4 sisters, Avanelle, Eldeen, Arlene, Patsy and one sister, Linda Williams, who recently passed away.
She is survived by her children Jack Bell and Ginny, Randy Bell and Suzy, Cindy Hendricks and Bruce, her 11 grandchildren Jeremy Bell (Kim), Emily Pruett (John), Alex Bell (Lauren), Jessica Elliott (Rick), Danielle Barron (Adam), Austin Bell (Emily), Lauren King (Tyler), Will Hendricks (Marianna), Owen Bell (Amy), Rob Hendricks (Jess), Zac Hendricks (Mary Ann) and 30 great grandchildren, Abby, Brooks, Wyatt, Jane, JD, Charlotte, Rooney, Lila, Truett, Grey, Louise, Finn, Caroline, Parks, Lucas, Savannah, Marshall, Graham, Hudson, Dottie, Will, Thomas, Sloane, Olivia, Audrey, Harper, Levi, Maddox, Sacha, Benjamin.
She is also survived by one brother, Glesol Graham of Florida. In addition, she is survived by a host of nieces and nephews whom she loved.
Special thanks to the Hospice Home Care staff, especially her nurse David and to her loving home caregivers, especially her close friend, April Givan, as well as Carole, Chasta, Rhaegan, Danielle, and YahYah.
Visitation will be Saturday, July 31 at 12 pm followed by her Celebration of Life at 1 pm at Four Winds Church, Conway. Interment will follow at Crestlawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, donations in her honor would be appreciated to: Four Winds Church, Arkansas Children's Hospital, and The Ministry Center.
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19 Condolence(s)
Nancy C. Dingess
Friday, July 30, 2021
So many wonderful memories. Thinking of you all with love and prayers. Nancy carol
Deb (Graham) Dehart
Friday, July 30, 2021
Aunt Florine was a beautiful example of what it means to live a full and happy life in Christ Jesus. She modeled His love for everyone. She was a great comfort to me when my Daddy (J.B. Graham) passed away, riding in the family car with me and holding my hand. Heaven got a new angel. May the Lord comfort her family in that.
Karen Francis
Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Jack and family, you have my deepest condolences with the loss of your mother. May God comfort you during this time of grief, you will be in my prayers. 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18
Doug Ward
Thursday, July 15, 2021
Much love and sympathy to the Bell family on Florine's passing. Florine was a great lady, a royal figure to me when I visited her home, and Bill and Florine were two of our city's great Conwegians.
Leo and Katrina Wilcox
Thursday, July 15, 2021
So sorry for your loss of Florine. She was a wonderful lady. Always a smile on her face . What a wonderful family she had. Love to you all!
Shawna Evans
Thursday, July 15, 2021
Florine was a wonderful lady. I had the pleasure of doing her hair for many years. I have lots of great memories of her.
Dinah Reed
Thursday, July 15, 2021
Such a lady of grace, Florene brought joy and laughter to all she met. She always made me feel like an honorary Bell! As a kid I loved going to Florene and Bills house with Nancy and Jerry. The big gray house was always full of fun.
Love to you all.
Ellen Gordy
Wednesday, July 14, 2021
So sorry for the loss of your sweet Mama. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Clare Crafton Tolleson
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
So sorry to hear of Florines passing. She was a great southern lady. She will be missed. Prayers for your family.
Rick & Melinda Reynolds
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. Your Mom was such a sweet lady. Prayers.
Vondale Graham (Vonnie)
Saturday, July 10, 2021
Flo was always my second mom as a child when we were in Conway, always looking after me along with hers. As a late maturing toddler one of my very earliest memories of Florene was when she made me carry a crown on a pillow and march down the isle at one of her coronations in school. Seems so proper now to me at her ultimate coronation. I will never forget how she cared for dad in his final years. She will be dearly missed for a remarkable life lived.
Mike & Sherry DeJarnette
Saturday, July 10, 2021
Our deepest sympathy and condolences for you in the loss of your mother & grandmother. She was a wonderful lady.
Ann Crafton Webb
Saturday, July 10, 2021
Prayers are with the family ! Ann Webb
Danny & Sandra Graham
Saturday, July 10, 2021
Sorry about your mother.
Alex Lieblong
Saturday, July 10, 2021
A special lady Lots of great memories ðŸ™ðŸ»ðŸ™ðŸ»
Nancy Stanton LeMaster
Saturday, July 10, 2021
So sorry for your loss. She was a lovely woman.
Nancy Rhodes
Friday, July 9, 2021
I was so sorry to learn of Florine’s passing. She was one of my favorite ladies. Her beautiful family will be in my prayers at this difficult time.
Mary-Catherine Flanagin Glover
Friday, July 9, 2021
Love each of you! I’m so sorry!
Mary and Bill Lackie
Friday, July 9, 2021
Cindy, Jack, and the entire family,
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your sweet mom. What a blessing it was to have known her. I know how much you are going to miss her, but I also know we have the assurance of salvation. I know you believe, as I do, that you will that you will see her and your dad again. Praise God for that blessed assurance during this painful time!
With love and prayers,
Bill and Mary Lackie