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HAROLD BELL Obituary
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Harold Morgan Bell Sr., age 85, of 5875 Covered Bridge Road, Gladys died Monday, Dec. 6, 2010, at Gretna Health and Rehab Center.
Born Aug. 21, 1925, in Campbell County, he was a son of the late William Bell and Mary Ella Hall Bell. He was predeceased by his wife, Cathryn Marie Jennings Bell and a son, Timothy Mark Bell. He was an Army Veteran of World War II. Mr. Bell was a member of Bethel Pentecostal Holiness Church and the co-owner/operator of H.M. & LE. Bell Logging.
He is survived by three sons, Harold Morgan Bell Jr., of Lynchburg, Ricky Bell and his wife, Evelyn, of Gladys, and John Bell and his wife, Holly, of Gladys; three brothers, Ed Bell, Paul Bell, and David Bell; four sisters, Ruth Hartman, Aileen Shirlen, Becky Mitchell, and June Colbert; four grandchildren, Justin Bell and his wife, Shannon, Devon Bell, Cody Bell, and Amanda Bell; and a great-grandchild, Madyson Bell.
Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010, at Bethel Pentecostal Holiness Church by the Rev. Terry Wiler. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010, at Colbert-Moran Funeral Home and other times will be at the residence.
The family suggests memorials be made to the Bethel Pentecostal Holiness Church Cemetery Fund, 2635 Tabor Road, Gladys, VA 24554.
Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.colbertmoran.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for HAROLD BELL
Amanda DeCoursey
December 13, 2010
My thoughts and prayers with the family during this time of loss. I had a great respect for Mr. Bell, I had the pleasure of taking care of him on numerous occasions and he always brightened my day.
Amanda DeCoursey, CNRN
Neurological Intermediate Care Unit
Robin Farris
December 8, 2010
John,Holly & Coty,
I am thankful to have known such a special man as Harold. My thoughts & prayers are with you all at this time. May you find comfort & joy from great memories & all the "LOVE" you've shared as a close family
Tara Painter
December 8, 2010
Memories are always special to hold onto. Just remember all of the good times and may God bless you all. Our prayers and love are with each of you. The Curtis Burnette Family, Gladys
December 7, 2010
Morgan,
May your many memories of him with your family comfort you at this time. My prayers and love is with you.
-Karen Fellows
Betty Fratus-Wiley
December 7, 2010
Devon and Morgan, I just wanted you to know I am thinking of you at this sad time.
Rita Hall
December 7, 2010
My "buddy" will be missed. His smile and quick wit will also be missed by all his family and friends. I pray that God will comfort your hearts at this sad time. His grace is sufficient to get us through in all times of need.
Nicole Sheppard
December 7, 2010
Morgan, so sorry to learn about your Dad's passing. May many fond memories of time spent with him help you through the next few months - Nicole (VAPTA)
Scott Rhyne
December 7, 2010
My condolences go out to you and your family - Scott Rhyne (VAPTA)
Shirley Monroe-Lewis
December 7, 2010
You know have my prayer and, I'll ask God for blessings upon you and your family in the midst of this storm. So dry your tears because God loved him more.
To my friend, Beck and her family
Norma & Ed Fletcher
December 7, 2010
Harold was a very special man. He was kind, loving, and so full of life. My heart & prayers go out to all of his family. He will be missed.
Leonard & Brenda Waller
December 7, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
dot mitchell
December 7, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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