Glens Falls, New York – Patricia Ann Bell, a cherished member of the Glens Falls community, passed away on Monday at Glens Falls Hospital. She was remembered by her family and friends as a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who dedicated her life to her loved ones.
Born to Clarence and Catherine Eldred, Patricia was deeply loved and respected as their daughter. Her life was marked by her unyielding commitment to her family, and her passing has left a profound void in the hearts of those who knew her. The loss of her husband, David Ritchie Bell, and her daughter, Patricia Ann Bell-Iannotti, was a significant burden she carried throughout her later years.
Patricia is survived by her daughter, Barbara Mallon, and her husband, James Mallon, as well as her children, Catherine Kussius and her husband, Doug Kussius, David Bell and his wife, Debbie Bell, and Donald Bell and his wife, Stephanie Bell. Additionally, her son-in-law, John Iannotti, remains among her loved ones. Longtime friend and neighbor, Charlotte LaPoint, also holds Patricia’s memory dear.
Patricia’s legacy lives on through her seven grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren, who will continue to cherish the warmth and love she shared with them. Her family was a source of immense joy and pride, and her influence will be felt across generations.
The Bell family will be announcing further details regarding Patricia’s funeral arrangements. As they grieve the loss of a beloved matriarch, they take solace in the many lives she touched and the enduring impact of her love and guidance.