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Isabella C. DuBois

May 22, 2023 By Winkel Funeral Home 11 Condolences

Isabella

Bella passed away Sunday, May 21, 2023 at Kauhale Assisted Living in Otsego.

She was born July 22, 1930 in London, England, the daughter of William and Alice (Daniels) Axam. She worked at several area retail stores over the years retiring from Steketee’s. Bella was a skilled seamstress. She made many outfits for her children, did alterations and for many years altered uniforms for the Otsego High School band. She enjoyed traveling, going out for dinner, gardening, baking and journaling.

Bella was a member of the First Congregational Church of Otsego and together with her special friends was part of the “Golden Girls”. On December 28, 1957 in Lakeview she married Donald DuBois who passed away in 2021.

Surviving are her daughters, Kim (Wayne) Rayburn, Tracey (Rick) Hurdelbrink and Julie (Mike) Smith; grandchildren, Cari (Brent) Milhiem, Kellie (Paul) Lemmer, Whitney Reed, Abbie (Brad) Lietzke, Jessica (Jacob) Lewis, Jennifer (Tim) Lieber, Ethan and Evan Hermenitt; 10 great-grandchildren; special sister-in-law, Mary Ellen Woodstock; special niece, Laura Riddell and special nephews, Vic (Sandra) and Mike (Jan) both of England.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; infant son, John and siblings, Tom, Doug, Mae and Dolly.

According to her wishes cremation has taken place.

Burial of ashes for both Don and Bella will take place at 9:00 A.M., Saturday, July 22, 2023, at Mountain Home Cemetery in Otsego.

Following the burial, friends may visit with Bella’s family starting at 10:00 A.M., at the First Congregational Church of Otsego, until the time of the memorial service at 11:00 A.M., with family officiating.

Contributions in memory of Bella may be made to the First Congregational Church of Otsego.

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  1. Karen Andrews

    May 22, 2023 at 6:27 pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May you find peace and comfort in the prayers of family and friends.

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  2. Fred Bosma and Sue

    May 22, 2023 at 6:35 pm

    Our deepest sympathies we send to Bella’s whole family. Our prayers for comfort and The many wonderful memories to keep her close to your hearts.
    We were always greeted with a smile and a twinkle in her eyes that told us “Life was good and she invited you along to enjoy the ride”.
    To us Bella was an “American Queen Mum”! So proper….

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  3. Yolanda

    May 22, 2023 at 7:01 pm

    So sorry for your loss. She truly was one of a kind, spunky,spirited and not afraid to speak her mind. I was so lucky to have known her and Don.

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  4. Kathi Fuss

    May 22, 2023 at 7:17 pm

    Sending prayers, love and hugs to all ❤️❤️❤️. I always enjoyed talking with Bella. I loved her beautiful accent and she was such a sweet lady❤️❤️❤️❤️

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  5. Laura Riddell (Fergusson)

    May 22, 2023 at 7:25 pm

    My Aunt Bella

    Her smile
    Her open arms
    Her love
    Her kisses
    Her words
    Her mixed up words
    Her willingness to laugh at herself along with all of us
    Her pride of family
    Her love of Uncle Don
    Her daughters that are inspiration to all who want to know how to love and care for their parents
    Her country that became partly ours
    Her family that became our family
    Her love of tea and girls time together
    Her love of baking
    Her inability to swim
    Her talent in sewing and knitting that she shared so generously
    Her fashion and love of pretty things
    Her love for her friends and community

    My aunt – with red hair!
    My other mother
    A role model for how I hoped to love and live my life
    My home away from home
    My love – always

    ❤️ Laura

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  6. Lisa

    May 22, 2023 at 7:34 pm

    Oh sweet Bella… my mornings will never be the same. I’m forever grateful for the time I had with you! You’re one of a kind. My condolences to the family.

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  7. Julie Andrus

    May 22, 2023 at 8:51 pm

    Kim and Wayne, we are so sorry for your loss. Prayers of comfort for all.

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  8. Dinah Howrigon

    May 23, 2023 at 8:51 am

    So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.

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  9. Sheila

    May 24, 2023 at 9:02 am

    Tracey & family,
    Sympathies to all of you on your loss.
    When I worked with Tracey I remember the stories you would tell about your Mom, especially the tea times. Hugs.

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  10. Doug Leffring

    May 28, 2023 at 7:41 pm

    Kim& family, so sorry for your loss. Your mom was so neat of a person. A very great friend of my mom. I’m sure they are having coffee and donuts in heaven.

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  11. Mitzi

    May 28, 2023 at 9:08 pm

    To all of Bella’s family I send my deepest sympathy. Bella’s was a wonderful lady.

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