Bella Rose Jackson-Fleming, a student athlete at University High School, passed away unexpectedly from respiratory failure due to anaphylactic shock on November 11, 2025.
She was a naturally gifted athlete who seemed to shine in anything she played.
Bella Rose Jackson-Fleming was a bright and dedicated young woman from Spokane Valley.
She attended St. John Vianney, Ponderosa Elementary, and Horizon Middle School before becoming a current student at University High School.
She was a standout in the classroom, earning good grades through her sharp intelligence and a focused work ethic.
Similarly, Bella was deeply involved in her school community, particularly enjoying her participation in the “bench” spirit group and already advocating for the senior year theme.
Her commitment shone through in her work life as well, as she loved her job at Papa Murphy’s and never missed a single shift.
Bella’s spirit truly came alive in the field. Over the years, she played nearly every sport, soccer, basketball, volleyball, and even served as the catcher on a boys’ baseball team.
She eventually settled on softball as her primary sport, which she continued into high school.
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Spokane Valley Mourns Bella Rose Jackson-Fleming After Unexpected Passing
Bella Rose Jackson-Fleming, the daughter of Casey Jackson and Matt Fleming, was born on February 27, 2009.
Her parents raised her in a close-knit family alongside her twin sister, Lilah Marie Jackson-Fleming, and brother, Jesse Stretch.
Sadly, Bella passed away unexpectedly from respiratory failure due to anaphylactic shock.
She entered this world full of fire and energy from the very beginning and never eased up for a moment. She was an unmistakable alpha female with her wild curly hair and fierce presence.
Moreover, she was a force of nature who carried herself with a flair for the dramatic and a wicked sense of humor.
Bella loved the spotlight and left a lasting impression on everyone she met. Her creative spirit found an early outlet, and since kindergarten, she had been creating YouTube videos with her sister.
She blossomed into a local TikTok queen, pouring her unique personality and creativity into every post. Her larger-than-life spirit was unmistakable, a trait many immediately recognized as the spark of her late grandmother, Sally Jackson.
Bella carried that same strength and unmistakable presence.
It was often said, “Oh my God, Bella is Grandma Sal,” drawing a direct line to the matriarch who founded the Spokane Valley Girls Softball Association and shaped generations with her grit and leadership.
She was fiercely loyal, protective, and deeply connected to those who dared to know her honestly.
Above all, her world was intricately intertwined with that of her twin, Lilah. They were true partners in every sense, yin and yang, best friends, and inseparable sisters with an intuitive bond that only they could understand.
And as parents, we worshipped them both. They were our center of gravity, the heart of our home, and we held them on a pedestal not because they were perfect, but because they were ours.
Casey Jackson
Bella is survived by her heartbroken parents, Casey and Matt; her twin sister, Lilah; her brother, Jesse Stretch, and his wife, Dawn; her adored nieces, Noelle and Alex; and her grandparents, Fred and Vicki Fleming.
Her boyfriend, Derek Thurber, was a devoted part of her life, and she also shared a close bond with her loving extended family of aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Though Bella’s time was short, she lived with an intensity and passion that most people never reach. She was formidable, unforgettable, and loved beyond measure.
A Celebration of Bella’s Life will be held at Ponderosa Elementary School on Saturday, November 29, at 11:00 a.m.
Instead of flowers, the family invites donations to the Spokane Valley Girls Softball Association, in honor of the powerful legacy of both Bella and her Grandma Sal.
Donations can be made via the GoFundMe organized by Casey Jackson.
Rest In Peace, Bella Rose Jackson-Fleming.
