Debra Kay Bell, 66, passed away on December 28, 2024 at Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside. She was born on October 3, 1958 in Jacksonville, Florida. She graduated from the University of North Florida with a degree in Elementary Education/Instructional Technology. For 36 years it was her joy teaching at elementary schools throughout Duval County, most recently at John Stockton Elementary. She was a kind and giving person with a love for life. She was a loving mother and doting grandmother. Her surviving family includes her two sons Scott Bell and Ryan (Lucia) Bell; two grandchildren Giselle and Phoebe; brother Doug (Jennifer) Steel; sister Sheri (Glenn Beck) Steel; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends for a visitation on Saturday, January 11th at Fraser Funeral Home, 8168 Normandy Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32221 from 3pm to 5pm.
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Jennifer Ironmonger
January 7, 2025, 2:28 pm
Ms. Bell will be missed by the JSE community. It was always a pleasure seeing her in Extended day when I was picking up my son and daughter. May she rest in peace.
Nadine Lewis
January 7, 2025, 4:54 pm
Sending me condolences to Ms. Bell family and friends. She was our son’s Kindergarten Teacher at JSE. Our son is now in the 5th Grade and we had the pleasure of seeing her everyday in Extended Day. She was a gentle soul with the most Angelic eyes. May she rest on. Godspeed
Keith Johnson
January 8, 2025, 10:10 am
Scott, Ryan, Doug and Sheri, I am so very sorry to hear about Debbie. I enjoyed working with her at Andrew Robinson and was so happy when Addison and Aiden was able to have her as their kindergarten teacher at John Stockton. Many prayers for you all.
Melissa Campbell
January 8, 2025, 2:28 pm
Sending my condolences to Ms. Bell’s family and loved ones. My son was blessed with Ms. Bell as his Kindergarten teacher at John Stockton. When visiting her classroom it was clear she was a seasoned pro. I’m certain her many years dedicated to teaching children, touched many hearts and inspired many young minds as she laid the foundation for their love of learning. She will be greatly missed by so many.
Dorry Lopez-Sinclair
July 28, 2025, 10:51 am
I just learned of Debbie’s passing after all of these months! My heart goes out to all of her family. I taught with Debbie and her sweet mother, Dessie, at Andrew Robinson Elementary. Most of the teachers and staff were like a family there. I’m sure many hearts were broken learning of her passing. Debbie is with her parents now in Heaven. May God rest her sweet soul. 🙏✝️