Irene Bell Obituary

Irene Webb Bell, 96, of Bentonville, Arkansas passed away September 10, 2023 at Circle of Life Hospice in Bentonville. She was born May 29, 1927 in Pea Ridge, Arkansas to Edward and Myrtle Webb. She graduated high school in Pea Ridge, Arkansas in 1945. Irene married Tommy Bell July 31, 1950 and they were married for 69 years. Irene was preceded in death by: her parents; six siblings; a great-grandson, Thomas Rateliff; and husband, Tommy Bell. Survivors include: her two daughters, Brenda Rateliff and husband Charles Rateliff of Bentonville, and Donna Myers and husband Don Myers of Bella Vista; four grandchildren, Kimberly Phillips, Matt Rateliff, Michael Rateliff, and Melissa Boyer; nine great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Libby Walden; and numerous nieces and nephews. Irene was a member of the First Baptist Church in Bentonville and taught Sunday school for many years. Irene loved her husband, daughters, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren dearly. In her younger years, she loved to watch her grandchildren participate in sports. She also loved working in her flowers. Her memory will forever be cherished by all who had the privilege to be a part of her life. A visitation will be held on Friday, September 15th from 10:00-11:00am at First Baptist Church in Bentonville, with service immediately to follow at 11:00am. Burial to follow at Bentonville Cemetery. Memorials may be made in memory of Irene Bell to Circle of Life Hospice, 901 Jones Road, Springdale, Arkansas or www. nwacircleoflife. com