Diane Bell

Diane Bell (nee McIntyre), passed away peacefully on June 24, 2025 at Seashore Gardens Living Center in Galloway. Diane was predeceased by her beloved husband of 50 years, Joseph Bell; by her mother and stepfather, Mary and John Walker; sister, Patricia Falzone; brother, James McIntyre; and grandson, Jack. Diane is survived by her children, Chris and Caroline Bell, Mike and Amy Bell, Steve and Jeannie Bell, and Jon and Terry Bell; 12 grandchildren Chris (Alison), Patrick (Allison), Rebecca, Kyle, Zach, Max, Morgan, Katie (Joe), Emily (Carlo), Shane (Katie), Conor and Kevin; 8 great-grandchildren; sister, Kathleen Larvison; and many nieces and nephews. Diane grew up in Atlantic City and graduated from Holy Spirit Grammar School and High School. Diane’s true calling was being a loving mother and grandmother. Diane and Joe lived in Absecon for over 40 years where they raised their boys and built a beautiful life together full of memories of Holy Spirit football games, family trips to Disneyworld, Key West and Ocean City, MD, and many unforgettable Christmas seasons, her favorite holiday. Diane’s family wishes to thank her dedicated caregivers at Serenity Hospice and Seashore Gardens, where she lived for the last 7 years. Diane’s favorite color was pink, so please think of her the next time you wear pink. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Holy Spirit High School Annual Fund, the Assumption School Annual Fund, or to a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Parsels Funeral Home, Absecon. A private funeral mass in Diane’s honor will be celebrated with Diane’s family.