Kittye Lynn Taber

Bell

Kittye Lynn Taber Bell, of Columbus, Georgia, passed away on October 19, 2026, in Columbus. She was born on July 9, 1950, in Auburn, Alabama.

Kittye Lynn will be remembered as a devoted educator who spent more than 30 years teaching and investing in the lives of others. A graduate of Columbus State University, she earned her degree in Education and carried that calling faithfully throughout her long career. Her dedication to teaching reflected both her steady commitment and her care for the people around her.

Beyond her professional life, Kittye Lynn found her greatest happiness in the people and places she loved most. She treasured time with her family and was an active member of First Presbyterian Church of Columbus, Georgia. She also took joy in decorating her home, listening to music—especially Elvis—and riding in her convertible. These simple pleasures, along with her warmth and presence, brought color and happiness to the lives of those who knew her. Kittye has such an unwavering love for her church, education and animals.

She is survived by her daughter, Marie Richards (Troy Eldridge). She also leaves behind her brother, Allen Taber and his wife, Sandra, of Columbus, Georgia; her sisters, Claire Bowen and her husband, Charles, of Tallahassee, Florida, and Edith Taber of Columbus, Georgia. Her memory will be cherished by her grandchildren, Sarah Beth Griggs (Taylor Doswell), Tiger Griggs, (Brianna), Victoria Anderson (Nick), Tripp Richards, Daniel Eldridge, and Olivia Eldridge. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren, Matthew Griggs, Nova Griggs, Murphie Doswell, Jayden Doswell, and Landon Gerber, all of whom were part of the family she loved so deeply.

Kittye Lynn was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Lamar Bell, and by her parents, William Allen Taber and Joan N. Smith Cheves.

Her life was marked by devotion to family, faith, and service to others, and her memory will remain a lasting blessing to all who loved her.

In Lieu of flowers or gifts, the family request donations be made to First Presbyterian Church 1100 1st. Ave., Columbus, Georgia 31901 where she was a member,  East Alabama Humane Society, Inc. 712 13th St., Phenix City, Alabama 36867 which was close to her heart or Glenwood School, 5801 Summerville Road Smiths Station, Alabama 36877 where she found peace knowing that her two youngest grandchildren are receiving not only a valuable education, but the continued Christian education and faith-full leadership that meant so much to her.