So I received the phone call that I have dreaded for years!! My grandma Bell had passed away. It was a surprise to us all. I still can't believe that she is gone, this has been a really tough one for me to process. When I told my kids that Grandma Bell had died, they all just sat and cried. Cadin was trying really hard to be tough, but it didn't last long. She died the day before his birthday. But, he did get one of her last birthday cards. He was excited about that. Ryann and Morgann were home with me in the morning when I received the phone call. I broke down and cried. I tried to stay strong for the girls, but it was really hard. They both sat on my lap and hugged me. Ryann said with tears running down her cheeks, "I am going to miss grandma, she had the best bubblegum ever". Grandma had buckets full of double bubble, bubblegum that she handed out to the kids whenever we would visit her. Corbin was really sad that he didn't get to see her the last time we visited. He said, "I shouldn't have gone to that race, I should have gone to see grandma. Do you think she will forgive me?" Grandma Bell was the most forgiving person I knew. She forgave Corbin a second after I told her where he was the day we visited her. She was proud of him for racing. Jon has been such a huge support. He loved grandma Bell, and was always impressed with how spiritual she was. He said that when he heard the news, he felt sad, and that tears filled his eyes when he thought about the incredible reunion she was having with Savior, and with my dad. She missed my dad everyday, and has always looked forward to the day that she would see him again. The funeral was beautiful. My grandpa is a strong man. He had a really hard time saying goodbye to her before they closed the casket. That is the moment that I lost control of my emotions. I'm sure it wasn't a pretty sight. =) I can't imagine saying goodbye to the one that has been by your side for 61 years. They were best friends. Grandma lived a long, happy life. She will be missed by everyone that knew her, her sweet spirit has truly touched many people. Grandma and Grandpa took great care of our little family when my dad passed away 2o some years ago. My sweet mom really struggled after my dad passed away, and my grandparents were what pulled her through it. Needless to say, we spent a lot of time with grandma and grandpa. They were the best sleepovers I have ever had. Endless bedtime stories, scriptures every night, family prayer (they prayed for each family member EVERY night), and let's not forget the delicious breakfast grandma would make in the mornings! Grandma gave the best back scratches. She had the perfect nails for the job =) Grandma had the most beautiful nails. In fact the last time I saw her, I held her hand and looked at her fingernails. Grandma taught me how to fold clothes. She knew my mom would need my help, so my grandma trained me for the job =) Grandpa taught me how to spread butter on bread. It wasn't an easy thing to learn! =) I went to school just up the street from grandma and grandpa's house, so yes...this is where you would find me everyday after school. My cousin Andrea and I loved to ride our bikes down to their house. Grandma always had a delicious treat waiting for us, with lots of hugs. Grandma's hugs were the best!! She always said it was because she was stuffed with cotton. Oh how I will miss my grandma. "Grandma, I love you and will miss you everyday. I am so grateful for all that you have done for me and my family. I will do my best everyday to follow your wonderful example. You always told me not to fret about things that are out of my control. I'm trying really hard not to =) I'm not worried about you, you are in paradise teaching all those who haven't accepted the gospel yet. I know you will never give up on them until they do. =) You were taken from us because your mission here was complete. You have taught us all that you know, and now you are learning much more. I can't wait to be reunited with you again, it will be a joyous day. But until then, know that I love you, and I am so proud to be your granddaughter. I'm sending lot's of hugs and kisses to you in heaven, Camie".
This was her obituary:
Ann Snow Bell, 78, passed away at home on March 21, 2011. She was born March 29, 1932, in Orangeville, Utah. She was the daughter of Earl and Jeanette Jensen Snow.
She married George Terry Bell on November 23, 1949, in the Manti LDS Temple. Her father passed away when she was only 2 years old, leaving her mother to raise 6 children.
She lived all her life in Orangeville, Utah, which she loved almost as much as she loved the LDS church and her family. She served in many capacities in the LDS church as a Relief Society President, Cub Scout Leader, Gospel Doctrine Teacher, Young Women Leader, and Primary teacher, which was one of her favorite callings. She and her husband served an LDS mission in Ketchikan, Alaska from 1993-1994. They also worked many years in the Manti Telmple as ordinance workers.
She was a great example of love, faith, and compassion to all her family members. Her most prized possessions were her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Her door was always open for a great meal and a listening ear. She was accomplished at needlework, most of which were given away. She was avid in keeping her journal her whole life, and reading was a great outlet. Her grandchildren will miss the bubble gum, back scratches, hugs, and loves. She is survived by her husband, George. Children: Randy and LeAnn (Orangeville), Rue and Charlene (Orangeville), Marvin and Ardyth (Cleveland), Terry and Amy (Orangeville), Jan and Chris Olsen (Colorado), Michelle and Steve Scovill (Castle Dale). Proceeded in death by her parents, 2 sisters, 5 brothers, a son, Philip, two grandsons, Wayne, and Chad and one great grandson, Trent. A viewing will be held Wednesday, March 23 from 6-8 p.m. at Fausett Mortuary in Castle Dale. Funeral services will be Thursday, March 24th at 11:00 a.m with a viewing prior from 9:30-10:30 a.m at the Orangeville 1st Ward Chapel. Interment will be in the Orangeville City Cemetery. Services are in the care of Fausett Mortuary.
