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Obituary for BELL


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Sunday April 16, 2006

Dorothy R. "Bobbie" Bell passed away on April 8, 2006. Bobbie was born on January 14, 1921 in Antigo, WI and was preceded in death by her adoptive parents William and Anna Soman. She raised two wonderful sons, Mike Bell and wife, Dottie of Elephant Butte, Rick Bell and wife, Stephanie of Albuquerque, who provided great care and comfort late in her life. Other survivors include grandchildren, Roger Bell and wife, Angie of Albuquerque, Jerry Bell and fiancee, Sarah of San Diego, CA, and Kristen Bell of Albuquerque; sister, Mary Jean Schmeisser of Lake Mills, WI; and former husband, George M. "Joe" Bell (USN ret.). Bobbie was active in all parts of her sons' lives, volunteered for the American Red Cross, and worked many years at American Furniture. Thank you to the wonderful caregivers at Haven Care and Odyssey HealthCare for the love and attention. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 9500 Montgomery NE Suite 209, 87111. Interment will take place at The Cathedral Church of St. John at a later date.