Melba Maxine (Counts) Bell Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Melba Maxine (Counts) Bell was born on October 4, 1922, in Crawford County, Missouri to Otis and Lucy (Seaton) Counts and passed away on March 25, 2020, in Salem, Missouri at the age of ninety-seven years. Melba grew up in Crawford County and graduated from Cherryville High School. On September 10, 1942, Melba was united in marriage to the love of her life, Noah Edgar Bell; together they shared thirty-seven years of marriage before his passing June 10, 1980 and were blessed with two sons: Martin and Noel. Melba was a wonderful homemaker, devoted wife, and caring mother and grandmother to her children and their families. She took care of her family's needs before her own and created many beautiful memories for them to cherish. Melba always had a smile on her face and loved spending time outdoors walking. She could be found tending to her garden and canning her hard work. Her greatest joy in life came from being a grandma and spending time with her family. Melba is survived by her son: Martin Bell of Salem, MO; four grandchildren: Jennifer Pineo, Noel Bell Jr. and wife Christina of Salem, MO, Angie Bowers and husband Justin of Salem, MO, and Andrea Bell of St. James, MO; grandchildren: Alyssa, Ashton, and Josie; extended family and friends. Preceding her in death were her husband: Noah Edgar Bell; son: Noel James Bell Sr.; loving daughter-in-law: Brenda (Hayes) Bell; parents: Otis and Lucy Counts; and brother: Walter Counts. Melba was a sweet lady with a beautiful soul inside and out. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Graveside Services for Melba Maxine (Counts) Bell were held Monday, March 30, 2020 in the Stone Hill Cemetery with Pastor Chris Hendrix officiating. Serving as Pallbearers were her loving family. Arrangements were under the direction of Wilson Mortuary of Salem, Missouri.

Melba Maxine (Counts) Bell

October 4, 1922 - March 25, 2020