Karen Marie Gerber Bell passed away on August 8, 2017 at the age of 51. She is survived by her parents Norm & Eva Gerber, daughter Ashley Bell, sisters Sharon Smith & Pam Hill, nephew Bryan Smith, nieces Chelsea & Aly Hill, brother in law Paul Sean Hill along with other family and friends. Karen loved animals and being in the Champions Volunteer Fire Department.  In lieu of flowers the family suggests a donation to either the Houston  Zoo or the Champions Volunteer Fire Department. Houstonzoo.org (tribute gift) Harris County ESD 29 12730 Champion Forest Drive Houston, TX 77066