Betty Bowen Bell

Fernandina Beach-Betty Bowen Bell, 75, of Fernandina Beach passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at her residence after an extended illness.

Her parents were the late John Edward Bowen and Mary Ann French Bowen. She is also preceded in death by a brother Ed Bowen.

Betty had a passion for children’s education and retired from Tattnall County School Systems. She was an avid reader and served her community doing Bible studies and teaching children’s classes. She married the love of her life at Lake Tahoe 28 years ago. Betty was a devoted daughter taking care of her elderly parents. She loved the beach and enjoyed going on many cruises with her beloved husband.

Survivors include her husband Dewayne Bell of Fernandina Beach; a son Jesse Bowen Dubberly of Glennville; a sister-in-law Donna Quillin and her husband Ralph of Paris, KY; a brother-in-law Steve Bell and his wife Lee of Jacksonville, FL; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Visitation will be held Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 11:00 am at Frye Funeral Home.

A funeral service will be held Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 12:00 pm at the funeral home.

Burial will be at Pierce Chapel Cemetery in Hoboken immediately following the service.

Pallbearers include Chuck Bell, Dustin Bell, James Harris, Leonard Harris, Andy Harris, Jerome Dowling and Vincent Grupposo.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Pierce Chapel Cemetery Fund in care of Wayne Ammons at 1229 High Bluff Road Hoboken, Ga. 31542.

Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.

Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.fryefh.com.