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Donald Bell Obituary

Bell, Donald LOUDONVILLE Donald Bell, 78, passed away peacefully at home Friday October 24, 2008 surrounded by his loving family. Don was born in Troy, the son of the late Howard and Dorothy (Siek) Bell and was a lifelong area resident. He worked for Ford Motor Co. in Green Island for well over 30 years as a quality control supervisor. Don enjoyed hunting, fishing and boating at the family's camp at the Great Sacandaga Reservoir. When Don was 16, he enlisted in the Marine Corps. He proudly served in the corps in China during World War II and remained active with several veterans groups throughout his life. Don was the past commander of Lt. Herman Silverstein American Legion Post #218 as well as county commander and district historian. He chaired Honor a Veteran committee for over ten years. Don was the past commandant of the Marine Corps League - William Dale O'Brien detachment and was a member of V F W and D A V. Don is survived by his wife of 54 years, Theresa; their sons, Timothy (Tina), Scott (Mary) and Robert (Michele); grandchildren, Mallory, Kaitlyn, Andrew, Alyssa, Brittany, Dominique and Samantha and great-grandson, Lucas. He is also survived by his siblings, Lillian Parsons, Dorothy Ann Liburdi and Raymond Bell; and several nieces and nephews. Don's family would like to thank the Hospice nurses, Dr. Sokol and especially Dr. Hoenzsch and Laura for their care and compassion. The funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at New Comer-Cannon Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie (Rt. 155 south of Central Ave.). Immediately following the service, a gathering will be held at the Zaloga Post on Everett Rd. Calling hours will be Monday 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be Wednesday 12 noon at Saratoga National Cemetery, Schuylerville. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice of Albany. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerAlbany.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Oct. 26 to Oct. 27, 2008.

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JERRY & JACKIE TREACY

November 4, 2008

THERESA & FAMILY, SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT DON'S PASSING, OUR PRAYERS & THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME,I REMEMBER DON FROM THE GAS STATION IN MENANDS

Rachael Kruse

October 30, 2008

Theresa,
I'm so sorry to hear of Don's passing. My condolences go out to you and your family during this difficult time.

~Rachael from Verdile's

Tom & Robin Sickles

October 29, 2008

Tim and Tina, and all Bell family,
We are sorry about the passing of your dad.
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Josh Grignon

October 28, 2008

Don was one of the best neighbor's a kid growing up could have asked for. I am sorry for your loss and my prayers are with everyone and especially Don.

Cathy Oxentine (Richburg)

October 28, 2008

Tim:
I was so sad to hear about your dad. I have very fond memories of the old neighborhood and your mom and dad which will always hold a special place in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please pass this along to your mother, brothers, and families.

With deepest sympathy,
An old friend,

Frank, Mary Justin & Kyle Willey

October 27, 2008

Our deepest sympathies to the Bell family during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Judith Siek

October 27, 2008

I am sorry to hear of Don's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Judy Siek(John and Jeanette Siek's granddaughter)

Charlene Uhl (Ogniewski)

October 27, 2008

Rob-

I am so sorry to hear about your father's passing.
My thought's and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

Linda Smith

October 27, 2008

Terry... don't know if you remember us but we have many fond memories of you and Don up at Choke Cherry Trailer court in Sacandaga...you and your family are in our prayers....

Pam Marinello

October 27, 2008

Tim and Tina, and all Bell family,
So sorry to hear about your dad. Tim, you were so kind and understanding to me when my parents died and I really am sad you have to be part of this club, it is part of life, but it is the bad part of life, and life is never the same, I feel for you and am very sad for you, Take care and know we are thinking of you

Nancy Traegler

October 27, 2008

To Theresa and family,
Please accept our condolences. May warm memories comfort you.

with deepest sympathy,
Tom and Nancy Traegler

Carol Wilsey

October 27, 2008

October 27, 2008
Dottie and family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. May all of you reach up to God for comfort, reach out to one another and praise God for bringing Don home. He is now at peace. God bless.
Carol & Don Wilsey

Anta Germano

October 27, 2008

Rob, Shelly, Andrew, Alyssa and Samantha,

I was so sorry to hear about Rob's father. May God comfort you during this time.

Sincerely,

Tom & Sue Trifiletti

October 26, 2008

It was an honor to have known Don, and to have served in the Silverstein American Legion post with him. He was a great leader and a great person. We will miss him very much and cherish the good memories.

Terri and Tom Latter

October 26, 2008

Aunt Theresa and Family,

Our thoughts are with you all at this time of sadness. Uncle Don was one of a kind and we will both miss him.

Brittany & Dominique Bell

October 26, 2008

May angels lead you in...

We love you and we will miss you, Papa!

Donald Marsh Sr

October 26, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss. Don was an outstanding and dedicated Marine and a friend to all Veterans. He was a good friend to us and we will miss him and his e-mails. Although we were separated by 800 miles, we remained close friends. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers at this sad time.
Semper Fi
Don and Bette Marsh

Bill & Jean Tofte

October 26, 2008

We are very sorry to hear of Don`s passing. Our prayers are with you.

joseph e marsh sr

October 26, 2008

Don Bell - always a smile and a hearty Hello! May he rest in peace!
My condolences to his family.

Edward spain

October 26, 2008

The family of Past Commandant John R. Spain send their sincere condolences on the passing of this fine Marine... Semper Fi

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