Virginia (Collins) Bell

Mrs. Virginia Collins Bell, age 79, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026 in Gainesville, Georgia. She was born to the late Melvin Jessie Collins and Willie Lou Anderson Collins on November 16, 1946 in Gainesville, Georgia. She was a graduate of East Hall High School. Virginia never met a stranger, she had a way of making everyone feel like family the moment she met them. She was a die-hard fan who loved watching her Bulldogs and could be found cheering them on in front the TV every game day. Whether she was soaking up the sun, Virginia was happiest in nature. Her favorite days were spent, camping at Boggs Creek, gardening, loved going to the pool, she also enjoyed races; her favorite race car driver was Dale Earnhart, Jr.

Above all else, she adored her family, her grandkids were the light of her life, she cherished every moment with them. She was a woman of strong values who believed in the importance of respecting your elders and keeping traditions alive. Christmas was one of her favorite Holidays. She enjoyed decorating every corner of her home.

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 in the Chapel of Memorial Park Funeral Home at 2:00 PM. Pastor Ricky Casper will officiate the service. The family will receive friends on Sunday, March 1, 2026 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Monday, March 2, 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and Tuesday, March 3, 2026 up to one hour prior to the funeral time at 2:00 PM.

Mrs. Bell is preceded in death by her parents; and son, Randy Howard.

She is survived by her husband, Eugene Bell of Gainesville, daughters, Paulann (Steve) Vura of Powder Springs, Lisa (Dale) Caudell of Banks Co., Billiejo (Tiffany) Clark of Dahlonega, Melissa (Tim) Johnson of Gainesville; grandchildren, Kody, Cathy, Hailey, Allison, Emily, Angel, Ryder, Addison, Leyland, Makenzie, Ashley, Brian, Elizabeth, Justin, Nora, Miranda, David, Scott; and a number of loving great-grandchildren.  

Memorial Park Funeral Home, 2030 Memorial Park Drive, Gainesville, Georgia 30504 is in charge of the arrangements.

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