Clee Ester Bell was born in Bascom, Florida on February 20, 1940.   She settled in Ft. Myers, Florida in 1966.

She was employed at Gulf Coast (Sunny Land) in Lehigh Acres for over 30 years, and retired after years of dedicated service.

She was a faithful member and servant for the Usher Board at Unity Christian Church for over 20 years.

She leaves to cherish her memories her children, Essie Furlow of Ft. Myers, Fl., Willie James Bell, Chipley, Florida, George Mahone of Ft. Myers, Florida; grandchildren, Michael Furlow of Ft. Myers, Florida, Christina Trotter of Ft. Myers, Florida; siblings, James and Barbara Hearns of Dover, Delaware, Mae Retha Gray of Ft. Myers, Florida, Gennett Edwards of Prince George, Virginia, Beamon and Natividad Hearns of New York, New York.

She is going home to be with her mother and father, Jimmy and Essie Hearns, son, Oscar Bell; brother, Benny Lee Hearns.

She further leaves a host of nieces, nephews, other family and friends.