Sharon Bell, age 56, of Russellville, passed away Saturday, June 28, 2025, at St. Mary's Regional Medical Center in Russellville. She was born on February 14, 1969, in Little Rock, to Carroll and Lillian Sisson.

Sharon grew up in Little Rock, graduating from McClellan High School. Throughout her school years, she displayed a love of and gift for music. After graduation, she attended Arkansas Tech University where she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Music. At Tech she also met the love of her life, Tony Bell. Sharon and Tony wed in 1990 in what her mother called The Wedding of the Century.

Sharon began her teaching career in 1991 and led high school band, middle school band and choir, finally settling into elementary school music. At Oakland Heights, Ms. Bell taught grade after grade the fundamentals of music, directed countless programs, and coordinated the school talent show. Sharon loved teaching and loved children.

The two children she loved the most are her sons, Nathan and David. The boys were the joy of her life, and she was so proud of their accomplishments and the men they grew to be.

Sharon was preceded in death by her mother, Lillian Sisson; her maternal grandmother, Louise Red; and her cousin, Paul Shepherd.

She is survived by her husband of almost 35 years, Tony Bell; her father, Carroll Sisson; two sons, Nathan and David Bell; a brother, Jake (Erika) Sisson; two sisters, Suzanne (Ben) Alstadt and Sheila Fagin; a special cousin, Paula Beasse; and numerous other family members. Sharon also leaves behind a legacy of love, joy, laughter, and music.

The family extends thanks and gratitude to the nursing and patient care staff at St. Mary's and CHI St. Vincent's in Little Rock, and Dr. Tom Sneed at CARTI for their gentle and excellent care during Sharon's illness. They also thank Phyllis Campbell for her loving support.

The funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, July 3, 2025, at the Shinn Chapel with the Rev. Anthony Duvall officiating. Burial will be private under the direction of Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday evening at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to American Cancer Society, Judy Murphy, 126 Lakeview Circle, Russellville, AR 72802, or CARTI, 2605 College Avenue, Conway, Arkansas 72034.

Online guestbook and condolences available at www.shinnfuneral.com.