Katherine Dell Criswell

Mrs. Katherine Dell Criswell, 81, of Leesburg, peacefully passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at her home.

Born on April 6, 1943, in Tampa, FL, Dell was the daughter of the late Emmett Odell Williams and Katerine Frazer Williams. She worked for many years as an administrative assistant at Lee County High School. She enjoyed travelling and fishing, but most of all spending time with her beloved family that she dearly loved. A loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother she will be greatly missed.

In addition to her parents, Dell was preceded in death by her two siblings, Steven and Mary Alice.

Those left to cherish her memory include her husband, Louis Criswell of Leesburg; children, Leslie Bellware and Dan of Columbus, and Kelly Criswell of Leesburg; 6 grandchildren, Jeffery, Danielle, Katherine, Tristan, Daniel, and Grace; and her 4 great-grandchildren, Natalee, Kenzlee, Weslee, and Anslee.

In accordance with her wishes she will be cremated, and no services will be held.

Condolences and memories may be shared on the website of Joseph W. Jones Funeral Home at www.josephwjones.com.

Joseph W. Jones Funeral Home & Crematory has been given the honor to serve the Criswell family.