A memorial service for Sonya Lea Bell Towry, 55, will be held at 2 PM on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at Higgins Funeral Home, with Bro. Randy Nichols officiating. We invite friends to join the family for visitation starting at 1 PM on Sunday. Private inurnment will take place at Kirkland Cemetery.
Born in Ruston, LA, to Peggy Jean Drennon Bell and the late MSgt Bobbie Lee Bell, Sonya was a woman of warmth and spirit. After graduating from Lincoln County High School in 1988 and Motlow College, she enjoyed a long career with the Social Security Administration until her retirement.
Sonya’s greatest joys were found in the simple things: a trip to the beach, cheering on the UT Vols in basketball and football, and preparing meals for those she loved. Above all, she cherished her title of “Gigi.”
She is survived by her mother, Peggy Bell; her daughters, Heidi (Ryan) Mann and Audrey Ann Towry; her adored grandchildren, Parker and Reagan Mann; her sister, Teresa (Homer) Drake; nephew, Brandon Drake; aunt, Betty Jo Storey; and her faithful dogs, Cash and Mabel. Sonya was preceded in death by her father, MSgt Bobbie Lee Bell; and both her maternal and paternal grandparents.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Sonya Lea Bell Towry.
Thank you for the memories, laughter, and talks we shared all those years ago. My condolences to the family and close friends. Until we meet again. Love
Sonya was a long time friend. I’ll never forget the name Bell on her mailbox while riding the school bus. My name is Robert Moore but she knew me as Bobby Moore. Rest in peace my friend.
A great girl. I lived close by in the late 80s very sweet girl. My prayers go out to the family.
Sorry to learn this. I worked with her at SSA in Decatur she would do cakes for us. I know her family is grieving. I remember her talking about her cat Axle.
She was a great friend while working at SSA in Tuscaloosa.
Sonya, you will be missed greatly. My condolences to the family. Love you sis. You were like family.
Sonya was a sweet person inside & out . She was funny & had a wit about her. I know that she loved her family & grandbabies & her dogs . So sorry for yall’s loss heartfelt prayers for all of you. .