Isabella Nicole Gaffney, lovingly known as Bella, passed away on May 21, 2026, at the age of 23.

Born on December 18, 2002, Bella was a beautiful soul whose light burned brightly from the very beginning. She was deeply loved by all who knew her and will be forever remembered for her humor, intelligence, fierce protectiveness, and enormous heart.

Bella had a rare kind of warmth that people were naturally drawn to. Babies smiled at her in passing as though they recognized something gentle and safe within her spirit. Children adored her. Elderly people gravitated toward her kindness. She had a nurturing soul that made others feel comforted, protected, and loved.

More than anything in this world, Bella was born to be a mother.

Her three daughters — Madilynn Raye (4), Alivia Grace (3), and Dallas Marie (1) — were the center of her universe and the greatest loves of her life. She poured every part of herself into her girls. The love she gave them was pure, unconditional, and endless. To know Bella was to witness the depth of a mother’s love.

Bella quietly battled mental health struggles for many years, including postpartum depression after welcoming three beautiful daughters in three short years. Though those battles became too heavy for her to carry, they never defined who she was. She was so much more than her pain.

She was hilarious, incredibly smart, the “mom” of every friend group, the fixer, the protector, and the person people leaned on when they needed comfort or guidance. Her absence leaves an unimaginable void in the hearts of those who loved her.

Bella is survived by her beloved daughters, Madilynn Raye, Alivia Grace, and Dallas Marie; her mother, Racheal Bridges; her mother’s partner, Michael Reed; her fiancé, Jason Turpin; along with many family members and friends who loved her deeply.

She was preceded in death by her beloved aunt, Elizabeth Raye Rippy.

Bella’s beautiful soul shined too brightly for this world. Though her time here was far too short, the love she gave will continue to live on through her daughters and through every life she touched.

She will be forever remembered, forever loved, and forever missed.

The family will be holding a private Celebration of Life at a later date and kindly asks for privacy, compassion, and understanding during this deeply difficult time.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to support Bella’s three daughters and help provide for their future. Donations can be made to: https://gofund.me/3f46e1e76