Exsey Bell
7/31/1953 - 2/24/2025
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Obituary For Exsey Bell
Ecclesiastes 3:1 “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.”
Exsey Vydia Iris Bell was born July 31, 1953 in Charleston, South Carolina to the late James E. and Dida Mansfield Bell. The eleventh child born to the loving union. She was educated in the public schools of Charleston County.
Her desire to give care to children and the elderly led her to take private duty nursing courses at Baker Nursing School (affiliated with Baker Hospital). Utilizing her training, she cared for many children and elderly within the family and community. When her mother’s health began to fail, Exsey turned her attention to being her primary caregiver. With Exsey there, all were content to know that Mother Dear was being well cared for.
Exsey was spiritually nurtured and baptized at Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Rev. George McGuire. She enjoyed singing in the choir and served on the Usher Board. In later years, she joined Victory Missionary Baptist Church where Rev. Clary Samuels continued to lead her spiritual growth. She was a dedicated and faithful member serving on the Missionary Board as her health and caregiving would allow.
On February 24, 2025, Exsey left this earthly life for eternal glory to join her parents, three sisters (Daisy B. Brockington, Bertha B. Felder and Eva M. B. Rush) and four brothers (France Bell, James E. Bell, Jr.; Gregory T. Bell, and France Avery Bell). She leaves to cherish her memory, three sisters: Mrs. Mattie B.R. Hull, Dr. Katie B. Catalon, and Mrs. L. Carmen B. Murph (Melvin); a sister-in-law, Mrs. Margaret V. Bell; nieces and nephews: Mrs. Regenia C. Guest (Johnny), Dr. James E. Brockington, Jr. (CDR USN Ret. – Wanda), Ms. Dida Nesmith, Mrs. Thuane B. Fielding (Mark), Mrs. Enid B. McClam (Carlton), Mr. James E. Bell, III, Mr. Troy A. Bell (Trevis), Mr. Trojan L. Bell (Maryann), Mrs. Lindsey M. Washington (Eric), CDR Mansfield C. Murph USN, and Jasmine Bell; grandnieces and grandnephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.
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Woolford Family sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for Exsey Bell - 03/01/2025
Sending Love, Thoughts and Prayers, to the family during this tough time!
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Sheryl Doctor sent Beautiful Dreams for Exsey Bell - 02/28/2025
Our hearts and prayers go out to you during this time family. Rest well Aunt Exsey. With Love, Sheryl & Victor Doctor Doris Wormack
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Regenia D. Guest sent Serene Lily Basket for Exsey Bell - 02/27/2025
To my aunt with loving memories we shared growing up together. Regenia and Johnny, Jacksonville, NC
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03/27/2025
My condolences to Mrs Bell family from elementary school class mate jewel Morris
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03/27/2025
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03/18/2025
My condolences to the family and friends of Exsey Bell. May God continue to comfort and strengthen the family during this time of bereavement. Continue to focus on the loving and cherished memories of Exsey and may they bring you comfort and peace of mind. A comforting promise is stated at Revelation 21:4 "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain will be anymore. The former things have passed away."
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03/07/2025
To Ms. Catalon and family, you all have my deepest sympathy and prayers in the loss of your loved one. I can remember her with that smile, laugh and a huge since of humor. May God give you all his Peace now and in the days ahead as you grieve the loss of Exsey. RIP Exsey 😇 🕊 🕊 🕊
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03/02/2025
To the BELL FAMILY YOU HAVE MY MOST SINCERE CONDOLENCES ON THE LOST OF EXSEY, GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU. LOVE PERNIA AND DOT🙌❤️❤️🙏🙏
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03/01/2025
Thinking of the family and wishing you all peace and comfort as you remember all the beautiful memories to help you through this difficult time. Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. (Chandler,AZ) 🙏🏽🌹🌺😇
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03/01/2025
Your Cocoa, Florida family is sending our deepest condolences to our family in Charleston, South Carolina!❤️😊🙏🏽
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02/28/2025
On behalf of the Victory Missionary Baptist Church family we along with our Pastor Dr. Clary L.Samuels along with the Deacons, Deaconess, and Trustee sends our heartfelt condolences to the entire Bell Family on the lost of our dear sister in Christ, Exsey Bell. We will miss her from being a part of our church family but we know as Christians that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord but and we know that we will definitely see Exsey again. Rest in peace Exsey Bell our dear sister in Christ. We love you. Victory Missionary Baptist Church
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02/28/2025
Thanks Exsey for the joy and laughter you brought to the Barnwell family from childhood to adulthood. Christopher,Vanessa, Tresa sends heartfelt condolences to the entire Bell Family on the list of their dear Exsey Bell. May she rest in peace. The Barnwell Family
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02/28/2025
Extending my sincere sympathy to the family of Exsey. May God's peace rest upon you at this time Janice Smith Johnson Henrico Virginia
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02/27/2025
Praying for the family during this time 🙏🏽. My condolences and hope for comfort and peace.
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02/27/2025
To the Bell family, you have my heartfelt prayers 🙏🏾 ❤️ 😢, and the deepest of sympathy. There are are no words to ease the pain of death but, God will see you through this most difficult time. May you all resound in the most precious memories of your loved one, as the days and years past ❤️.
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02/26/2025
My deepest love and condolences to the entire family. With love, Lacquitta Fullilove-Berry (Riverview, FL)
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02/26/2025
Deepest Condolences to the Bell and Catalon family. May the embrace of God's arms bring you comfort and peace throughout this difficult time.
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