Patricia A. Bell

Patricia A. Bell, age 77, of Bryan, Ohio, passed away on November 13, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on December 13, 1946, in New York, NY, she was the daughter of Richard E. and Anne (Clark) Welsh. Patricia was married to the love of her life, Harvey Bell, on January 24, 1976, and they shared many happy years together until his passing.

Patricia was a compassionate and dedicated social worker, serving the state of Arkansas for over 25 years. She was a proud graduate of Bryan High School, Class of 1964. Throughout her life, she found joy in simple pleasures: crocheting, reading, and spending time with her family. Above all, Patricia had a kind heart and a deep passion for helping others, particularly children in need, and was a constant source of love and support to all who knew her. 

Patricia is survived by her daughters, Gini (Troy) Nihart and Kerry Williams; sons, Adam and Daniel Bell; brothers, Francis and Terry Welsh; 11 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her cherished husband, Harvey; her son, Phillip Saneda; and her brothers, John Welsh, Richard Welsh Jr., Michael J. Welsh, and Daniel Thomas Welsh, as well as her sister, Kathy Schindler.

Patricia will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Visitation will be held on Monday, November 25, 2024, from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at Krill Funeral Home, 860 W. Mulberry Street, Bryan, Ohio 43506. A memorial mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 610 South Portland Street, Bryan, Ohio with Father Andrew Wellmann officiating. A luncheon will follow the memorial mass. Krill Funeral Home has been entrusted with her arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, family requests donations be made to Kidney Foundation of Ohio: https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/kidney-foundation-of-ohio-inc/memorialgift.