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Dante Marquise Bell, 22, of Jackson, MI, passed away on April 12, 2013, of heart failure. The funeral service will be held at 11:30 AM April 18, 2013, at Greater Bible Way Temple, Rev. Lee Hampton will be officiating. Visitation will be held at Johnson Funeral Home, 235 W. Prospect St. Jackson, MI 49203 on April 17, 2013, 4-8 PM. Burial will follow the funeral at Woodland Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Johnson Funeral home. Dante was born in jackson, MI on June 20, 1990. He graduated from Jackson High and continued on to pursue his higher education at Jackson Community College. Dante worked as a Courtesy Clerk for Kroger for two years. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, dancing, cooking, playing video games and just having fun. Dante also was a member of JCC's Men of Merit. Dante is survived by his mother, Jacqueline Fowler Long, father, David Bell, (Shanita), step-father, Marcell Fowler (Rakenna); brother, Demario Bell, David Williams, Jr., Donnie Gram, Marcell Oliver, Lamont Fowler, Michael Fowler, Dominique Faulkner, Marcell Fowler, Jr.; sisters, Ashley Long, Lakeshia Fowler, Marquaneshia Faulkner, Kayla Burch, Davina Bell, Tameka Brown; grandmothers, Ilene Amos (Leroy), Tassy Bell; loving niece, Amari Saunders, long-time companion, Takeiya Haynes; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and great friends. Dante is preceded in death by cousin, Romeo Gibson, Aunt Peggy Gibson, and Grandfather Lonnie Long.

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Published by Jackson Citizen Patriot from Apr. 17 to Apr. 18, 2013.

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Daveena Bell

May 8, 2013

DEAR TAY i miss you soooo much life havent been the same without you....i remeber when we was younger we had a water baloon fight..yu had threw it at my chest then i start fake crying lol i wish i went up to the hospital every day to visit yu..but i couldnet handle it cuz everytime i walk in the room i start cryin I Lovee You and Miss yu big bro lovee your baby sister Daveena

daveena bell

May 3, 2013

ily and miss yu tay love your lil sis Daveena

Nikki Dozier-Wilson

May 2, 2013

Jackie, Mario, and Ashley..I love you all and my heart and prayers are with you and the family. I with I could have been at the homecoming, but I just found out this morning. Tay Bear, you were a blessing to all of us, and I thank GOD for allowing us the time we had with you.

janice goodale

April 23, 2013

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

April 20, 2013

Dear Tae, i apologize that i didnt make it to ur homecoming i tried to do everything to get there, believe me everyday i cry and say i must have not tried hard enough.I love you and miss u more then anyone knows. Love your oldest sister, Tamika Brown

Charles Suddeth

April 19, 2013

I love you boy, Thank you for allowing me to be in your life. Your life and fight will forever be ebeded in h=my heart. Salute

Marilyn Ingram-Madison

April 19, 2013

Praying for the family, may God bless and keep you in your time or sorrow.

Felicia Carter

April 19, 2013

To my Family and Loved Ones,

My prayers are with you during this time of grivance. May the lord wrap his arms around each and every one of you and allow you to rest with perfect peace. Dante no longer has to suffer, he fought a good fight. I pray the lord continues to give you strength to make it through. Rest Peacefully Cousin & may God continue to bless you all!!

Annette McLaughlin

April 18, 2013

My heart is saddened by the passing of Dante. I had Dante has a student in 7th grade and then again in 9th. I was so proud and happy to watch him graduated from high school. He was a wonderful young man and so kind. I recently talked with him at Krogers and he told me he wasn't doing well. I'm so glad I hugged him and told he how much I admired his strength. May the Lord hold Dante's family in His arms during this difficult time. God bless you Dante in Heaven. Love Mrs. Mclaughlin

Calesha Ragland

April 18, 2013

Your family will be in our prayers.

Rahmecia & The Twins

April 18, 2013

To Jackie and Family: Prayers, deepest sympathy, and condolences to you all during your time of bereavement. "GOD selects only the most precious flower's for his heavenly garden." Much love to you and may God Bless and be with you always.

Hakim Crampton

April 18, 2013

My deepest condolences to the family, many of whom I've had the pleasure of knowing.

Gloria Bicey

April 18, 2013

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

TINA ANDERSON

April 17, 2013

MARIO,JACKIE AND TO ALL OF DANTE'S FAMILY. I'AM SO SORRY FOR THE PAIN YOUR FAMILY IS GOING THROUGH BUT ALWAYS REMGER THAT THE LORD IS NOT GOING TO PUT ON YOU ANYMORE THEN YOU CAN HANDLE. IF THERE IS ANYTHING I CAN DO FOR YOU, I'AM JUST AROUND TOE CORNER.

Brenda Knight

April 17, 2013

jackie u r my sister not by blood but by love wtbs i cant imagine wat u r going thru but please take comfort in knowing dat tay isnt in pain and he sitting at our heavenly father throne i love u

April 17, 2013

Jackie, you have been a pillar of strength. The courage you and Dante have shown has been a godsend to me. Many thoughts and prayers to your family . I'll always be here for you, your mail lady; Kymm

Renee Reddick

April 17, 2013

with sympathy to the long/bell family god bless you all.

Anthony Baker

April 17, 2013

Rest in Peace my friend, you are no longer suffering.

April 17, 2013

May you find peace in God during your time of sorrow.

Bonita Glenn

Timmara T.

April 17, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Dante. I am saddened to learn of his passing but I know he is in a much better place. He was a very kind and loving young man that I met many years ago when he was a child. He will be greatly missed. I will be lifting his mother Jackie and family up in my prayers. God bless you !
Love, Tanci

Kiara Warnsley

April 17, 2013

You will be greatly missed. God Bless your family. R.I.P

Brittany Burton

April 17, 2013

We will keep the family in our prayers

ronald long

April 17, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

ronald long

April 17, 2013

my deepest sympathy to you and your family

April 17, 2013

In 2010, I interviewed and hired Dante into our Kroger store on Argyle St. I was impressed that he was well dressed, had great manners and was very personable. Dante was so appreciative of life, with a quiet, joyful disposition, that it was a real honor to work with him. He didn't advertise nor complain about the challenges life gave him. Dante was a great example of a young, Christian man having a great faith in God. Dante always had a smile on his face. Sometimes, he would quietly and gently just rub his chest a little, and when asked if he was ok, he would respond that he didn't feel quite good. Dante is an inspiration of love and trust and great faith. He will be missed and remembered by us all. With love, Liz Howald

AShley Smith

April 17, 2013

Good Evening Bell Family,
Sending up prayers from his graduating class. HE was a pleasure to be in class with and a dear friend of mine worked with him and she said he was a joy to work with. We will all miss you Dante.

Kathy Spring

April 17, 2013

I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Dante was a wonderful young man who cared deeply for others. My heart goes out to Dante's family, friends, and all who will miss his gentle spirit.

Doreen Selby

April 17, 2013

He was a Man of Merritt which to me means possessions of good works, which enables you to be given an award that's all that needs to be said. Jackie my heart and prayers go out to you at a diffucult time like this. God bless you and your family.

Mary Marizette

April 17, 2013

To the bereaved family of Dante Bell. I would like to express my condolences for your loss. No that God is near. Cast all of your cares upon him. And he will give you strength to make it through.

Terrell Carter

April 17, 2013

RIP Tae
To all my family:
I love you! be strong and try to keep a smile. To my cousin, Jackie I love you to death. Muah!

SONIA HEARD

April 17, 2013

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND THE FAMILY

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