Stephanie Bell

Ms. Stephanie D'Jillene Bell was born a true Sweetheart making her entrance into the world on February 15, 1988....just a few hours short of Valentine's Day.

Her JOURNEY

Stephanie began her spiritual journey at an early age when she joined and was baptized at New Bethel Complete in Christ Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Michael J. Moore. Her mother taught her the doctrines of the Bible and how to trust and lean on the Lord and she continued to model her life by those lessons.

Stephanie began her childhood education at Westcreek Elementary, Seminary South Assembly Day School and J W Bishop Elementary in Everman TX. Her continuous education was at Everman Junior High, and she graduated from Joe C. Bean High School, Everman TX in 2006. Aiming for higher goals, she enrolled at the University of Texas at Arlington and graduated in 2012. She continued her education at UTA and received her Master of Social Work degree in 2020. In Grad School, Stephanie was a member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society.

Stephanie was inquisitive and excelled in Research and Education. She loved kids, as proven by her occupational pursuits. She was a devoted teacher at Thomas Haley Elementary School in Irving, TX and at the time of her homegoing she was employed as a dedicated Social Worker at Mind Above Matter, a behavioral health facility.

Her IMPACT

Stephanie was the true essence of a noble and beautiful woman: God Fearing, kind, loyal, trustworthy, funny and confidential. As a spirited woman, she was independent, authentic, genuine and non-judgmental. Stephanie was a loving and compassionate daughter, big sister, granddaughter and friend. She will forever be remembered for her hearty laugh and infectious smile. She loved to travel and was fond of animals.... but the turtle was her absolute favorite!

Her FAREWELL CELEBRATION

As a gesture of sisterly love, February 8-11, 2024, Jasmine gifted her big sis with a celebratory birthday trip to New York City! There Stephanie and her sisters made fun memories as they experienced the sights and energy of America's most iconic, lively and vibrant city.... enjoying every minute. After her return home the celebration continued on February 16, 2024, as family and friends showered Stephanie with gifts, love and laughter at her favorite restaurant, Mercardo Juarez!

Her FINALE

On Friday, March 1, 2024, Ms. Stephanie D'Jillene Bell, MSW answered the call from her Master leaving her loving parents, Charlene and Beavy Kelly, devoted sisters, Jasmine Kelly and Lori Cinnamon, brother, Louis D. McKeller Jr., a host of other relatives and numerous friends to forever cherish and find comfort in her memories. She was predeceased by her grandmother, Charles Louise Bell and grandfather, Kenneth W. Bell.