Deborah Ann Bell

Debbie was a women whose life was defined by love, service, and unwavering devotion to her family. She had a heart that naturally cared for others and she lived that calling out every single day.

Debbie found joy in life’s simple and beautiful moments. She loved roses and spent countless peaceful hours gardening, tending to her flowers with the same gentleness she showed to those around her. She enjoyed cooking for the people she loved, bird watching, and most of all, spending time with her children, grandchildren, and family. Being surrounded by them was her greatest happiness.

A natural caretaker at heart, Debbie worked as a CNA, faithfully serving and caring for others. When her own family needed that same level of care, she selflessly stepped away from her career to tend to them. She lovingly cared for her husband and her grandparents in their final days, offering comfort, dignity, and compassion when it mattered most. her family was always her first priority.

In addition to her work as a CNA, Debbie also served her community as a custodian at the courthouse and jail. No matter the role, she carried herself with dedication, humility, and pride in doing her work well.

Debbie’s life was testimony of quiet strength, sacrifice, and uncondtionial love. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, service, and devotion that will continue to bloom in the lives of her children, grandchildren, and all who were blessed to know her. She will be deeply missed and forever cherished.

She is survived by her two sons, James Bell (Sheila) and Donald Bell (Melanie); three brothers, Danny, David, and Darren Thompson; four grandchildren, Jamie Bell, Halie Bell, Jacob Bell, and Kelsey Plummer; and one great-grandchild, Annaleise Bell.

Debbie is preceded in death by her parents, Aubrey Thompson and Nancy Byars Thompson; her husband, Jimmy Bell; one brother, Donald Bell; and one sister, Darby Thompson.

Visitation is planned at Seven Oaks Funeral Home for Tuesday, March 03, 2026, from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM, with the Funeral to follow at 1:00 PM. The burial will take place at Tabernacle Cemetery, Water Valley, MS.