In Loving Memory of
Emily Jean Bell
April 13, 1944 – November 27, 2020
Virtual Celebration of Life Gathering to be held January 18, 2021 at 6:00 PM CST
Emily Jean Bell (aka: Auntie Em) departed this world on November 27th, 2020. Emily was born to Emery & Cecelia Delorme on April 13, 1944 in Red Lake Falls Minnesota. She was the oldest of 8 children.
Emily will be sadly missed by her daughters; Robbin (Scott) Hilgert, Tammie (Steve) Nasseff, Delinda (Timothy) Samec, Nicole (Raymond) Ralston – her grandchildren; Patrick (Brittany), Austin, Bryan (Whitney), Gregory, Timothy (TJ), Alexis, Chloe and RayRay – her great grandchildren Sophia & Harper and countless family and friends.
Emily was never a fan of cold weather so when retirement came, she hesitantly left Minnesota to soak up the Florida sunshine but always made annual visits back home to see her family. She gave a new meaning to being a “fair weather fan”.
Emily was not a complicated woman, she spoke her mind and was always willing to share her opinions, she had a work ethic like no other and took great pride in all she did. She was passionate, independent, loving, generous and she loved all people (except the “crabby” ones).
While Emily’s passing was abrupt and sudden, there are parts of her that will remain everlasting in the minds and hearts of those that knew and loved her. Emily found great joy in the simple things in life; a phone call, a card, a visitor, a good dance partner, a trip to Woody’s River Roo, a well-made vodka cloudy (or two), a good pair of needle nose pliers, a can of WD40, a good bargain at a thrift shop. Emily was a true patriot and proud to be an active member of the American Legion Auxiliary 325, she also spent countless hours volunteering with other local organizations in Florida.
We are grateful for the time we had, the love and memories that we shared, she has left her mark on the hearts of many. Emily will be interred at Resurrection Cemetery in Mendota Heights Minnesota in a private service with her immediately family.
Memorial donations may be made to support Hope Family Services.
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What a great tribute to your mother! She was always so proud of all her girls and then their families! I will really miss her trips up north. She and Diana would come out to the lake for a day to just visit and talk about the old times. I hope as we celebrate her life that everyone can be at peace! You know she is probably celebrating too!!!
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Emily was such a wondrous woman. So sad the world has lost such a beaming light, our family sends our love and sympathies through this loss.
I am pleased to have had the chances we had to share company and conversation and am immensely grateful for the children she raised so well and whose families in turn turned out so well. Good people do not come by accident and Emily is behind so many wonderful people we care about – no small feat. May you Rest In Peace Emily!
Sending love,
The Livingstons
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I will miss her.
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So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing . Have met her a few times and found her to be a wonderful person.
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We received a very shocking phone call from Emily’s daughter, Robbin, informing us of Emily’s passing. We met Emily about 12 years ago shortly after she left Minnesota to make her new home in Florida. Since that day we have considered Emily a member of our family and have enjoyed many conversations and memories. We send our condolences to all of Emily’s family. Our love for Emily is
true and she will eternally remain in our hearts. RIP our dear adopted cousin, Emily.
Bill and Sandy Williams
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Emily was a wonderful friend and neighbor. We attended many events at Woody’s, the Moose, and the American Legion and I always enjoyed her company. She was always sincere and personable with the many friends that joined us. It was a very sad occasion when we lost her presence so quickly and unexpectedly. I’m sure she was greeted with open arms on the other shore.