This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: gelmce Surnames: Bell Barnett Mendenhall Jones Baer Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.ohio.counties.montgomery/4553/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Mary Frances "Fran" Bell, age 79, of Washington Township, died Saturday, January 26, 2008. She was born and raised in Wabash, Ind. Fran grew up on a farm with her parents, L. Milton and Ethel Barnett; two brothers, Robert and L. Milton (Bud) Barnett; and a sister, Virginia Barnett Mendenhall. She later graduated from Otterbein College with a science and physical education degree. Fran was well-known locally through her many activities in the community. An avid exercise enthusiast, Fran taught classes for over 20 years at the Oakwood YMCA and developed a devoted following. She was an accomplished swimmer and long-time member of the Dayton Synchronettes. In later years, Fran had a 13-year career as a respiratory therapist at Sycamore Hospital. She also worked as an aide at Centerville Schools and volunteered as a literacy tutor. Survivors include three daughters and one son: Ann (Brian) Jones, Leigh (Curt) Baer, Susan Bell, and Steve (Claudia) Bell; nine grandchildren; sister Virginia Mendenhall; and other relatives. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Feb. 16, at 11 a.m. at Normandy Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or Vitas Hospice. from the Feb. 13 issue of the K-O Times Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.