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Linda Bell Nettles, 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family Thursday, November 6, 2025.
Born and raised in Norfolk, Virginia but resided in Sumter for the past 38 years. She was the daughter of Charles Wright Bell and Edna Earl Drewry Bell.
Her life was fueled by her love of nature, her pets, and her grandchildren. She was a certified Master gardener, a talented antiques collector and interior designer.
She is survived by her husband of 38 years Donald H. Nettles of Sumter, a daughter Kimberly Millering of Virginia Beach, VA, granddaughter Ashley Moss of Norfolk, VA and granddaughter Storm Guess of Knoxville, TN.
There will be a private family memorial.
In her honor, please make a donation to St Jude Children Research Hospital Online Donations - St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the ASPCA You can help save animals today. | ASPCA, www.secure.aspca.org.
You may go to www.bullockfuneralhome.com and sign the family’s guest book.
The family has chosen Bullock Funeral Home for the arrangements.
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