Linda Carol Bell

Linda Carol Bell, age 84, passed away on November 1, 2026, in Kemp, Texas. Linda was born on September 5, 1942, to James Lazarus and Mildred (Woody) Lazarus.

Linda was creative and musically gifted, with a love for singing and playing the mandolin. She was also a wonderful cook who could take just about anything and turn it into something delicious. Her creativity shone through in everything she did, whether making music, preparing a meal, or bringing joy to those around her.

Linda is survived by her daughter, Kimberly Person; son, James Donald Bell and previous wife, Jana; granddaughter, Lisa Mcallister; grandson, Justin Salazar and wife, Charlotte; grandson, Michael Salazar; grandson, James Robert Bell and wife, Lacie; granddaughter, Jessica D. Bell; granddaughter, Jamie Vandaver and husband, Justin; and great-grandchildren, Kali, Shalynn, and Savannah; Ethan Alexander Salazar, Micah Andrew Salazar, Christopher Patrick Davidson, Michael Dylan Davidson, Landon, Presley, Mackensley, Tommy, Harrison, and Jameson.

Linda was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Charles Bell; her parents, James and Mildred; mother-in-law, Ruth Jones; father-in-law, Pete Bell; sister, Jimmie Joyce Burt; nephew, David Leon Tharp, Jr.; and niece, Cheryl Yvonne Dunn.