Family announces death of 12-year-old Fall River girl

A family is in mourning after the death of a young local girl taken far too soon.

According to family members and a GoFundMe fundraiser for funeral expenses, 12-year-old Ayana Bell passed away on Thursday.

Family states that Bell died at home unexpectedly.

Those who knew Bell described her as beautiful, bright, full of light, laughter, and love. An unforgettable spirit who touched the lives of everyone she met.

Bell was headed to the 7th grade and was just shy of her 13th birthday.

Services have yet to be announced, and the medical examiner is in the process of determining a cause of death.