Judith Ellen Oakes Bell
1939 – 2024
Judith Ellen Oakes Bell passed away on February 3, 2024 at the Memphis Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. “Judi” was born September 18, 1939 in Phoenix, Arizona. She was (second daughter of Harry Terry Oakes and Mary Ellen Giauque. (Their First daughter was Dorrene, second daughter was Judith born 1939; third daughter was Jane born in 1942.
Judi married J Delbert Bell in the Los Angeles Temple on December 27, 1958. Four children joined the family: David Terry Bell, James Floyd Bell, John Delbert Bell, and Debra Ellen Bell. Seven grandchildren were added to the family. Judi developed many talents and skills but her grandchildren topped the list of joys in her life.
Judi served two terms on the Orem, Utah City Council where she learned city government thoroughly-even riding fire trucks, police cars, etc. Her policy was to be totally honest in everything she did.
Judi developed skills in handcraft work and always had some “Project” going. Even in her later years she made gifts for anyone and everyone to whom she thought she could bring a little happiness.
Funeral Services are pending.