A memorial service for Mrs. Johnnie B. Clay, 81, of Vidalia, LA will be announced at a later date by Concordia Funeral Home of Ferriday, LA.

Mrs. Clay, daughter of George and Mary Shelton Bell, was born in Natchez, MS and died at her residence.

She was a retired school teacher, having taught for many years .

She is survived by her son, Michael Bell of Seattle, WA and his children; two brothers, George Bell, Jr. and his wife, Rose of Ayers, MA; one sister Linda Sue Bell of Vidalia, LA. Also a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives, friends and her former students.