Pauline V.

Bell

Pauline Varner Bell, born on October 12, 1948, in Virginia, was a longtime resident of Mobile, Alabama. She is survived by her devoted husband of 54 years, Leonard Bell Sr., and their three children: Paulebia (Steven) Horn of Mobile, Alabama, Leonard (Tiffany) Bell Jr. of San Antonio, Texas, and Whitney Denise Bell of Mobile, Alabama. She also leaves behind her beloved granddaughter, Anna Grace Horn.

Pauline was the third child of Kennon Campbell-Smallwood and Joseph Smallwood, who passed away when she was a child. She was raised by Acie and Clematine Varner in Panama City, Florida. Pauline is survived by her three loving sisters: Emma (Oliver) Chapman of Las Vegas, Nevada, Theresa (Ben) Laster of Sacramento, California, and Kenna (Allen) Travis of Pensacola, Florida. She was preceded in death by her brothers Willie (Evelyn) Bright of Mobile, Alabama, and Joseph Campbell Jr., as well as her sister Juanita (Roy) Cameron of Providence, Rhode Island. Pauline also leaves behind many other cherished family members and friends. Pauline dedicated her life to her children and to serving
others. She spent 17 years as the activity director at Twin Oaks Nursing Home, bringing joy and comfort to the residents. Additionally, she worked more than 30 years as a paraprofessional educator in the Mobile County Public School System, with much of her time spent at Eichold-Mertz
Elementary School, where she positively impacted countless young lives.

Pauline had an amazing smile that could light up any room, making everyone around her feel so special and loved. She loved to cook up a big pot of spicy collard greens or whip up one of her famous carrot pies. She took pleasure in sewing, crafting, and lending a hand with her children's and granddaughter's school projects over the years. Pauline's warmth, dedication, and selflessness touched everyone who knew her. Her legacy of love and service will be remembered and cherished by her family, friends, and all whose lives she influenced.

The family will receive friends during the visitation hour at Reese Funeral Home on Saturday, May 25, 2024 from 11:30 AM until the 12:30 PM Celebration of Life Service. Interment will take place in Pine Crest Cemetery Dauphin Island Parkway.