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Richard A. Bell Obituary
He was born Aug. 17, 1937, son of the late Fred and Golda (Brown) Bell in Arkville.
Richard played in a band, called Dick Bell and the Fugitives, for 25 years.
He was married to Edith Moore, and together with their family, they owned and operated Bell Family Care Home in Bainbridge.
He is survived by his wife, Edith Bell, Bainbridge; daughter and son-in-law, Cindy and Don Caffery, Afton; two sons and daughters-in-law, Fred and Shannon Bell, Bainbridge, and Jodie and Jaime Bell, Endicott; brother and sister-in-law, Harry and Betty Bell, Delhi; sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Eider Davis, Andes; grandchildren, Jack David Bell, Hunter Lee Bell, Fredrick Bell Jr., Richard Bell III, Darren Bell, Sheri Soules, Betsy Blackman and Daniel Blackman; great-grandchildren, Hailey Soules, Hannah Soules, Kya Bell, Cameron Bell, Kaitlin Blackman and Kalob Bell.
He was predeceased by his son, Richard A. Bell Jr., in 1998.
Friends are invited to call from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 9, 2007, at the C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, 21 Main St., Sidney.
Funeral services will be held at the funeral chapel at 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 10, 2007, with the Rev. Fred Albrecht officiating. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery in Bainbridge.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Bainbridge Fire Department.
Arrangements by C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, 21 Main St., Sidney, NY 13838.
This obituary was originally published in The Daily Star.
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Patricia Davis
December 1, 2023
Have a Merry Christmas in heaven with my mom and dad and all the rest of the family.
Loretta Holdredge
December 7, 2008
It doesn't seem possible that a year has gone by. I thought of you yesterday and can still feel the void everyday. I hope your resting in peace. I miss you very much. You will always be loved.
Loretta
August 24, 2008
Last weekend, I knew that it was your birthday and was very sad inside. Selfishly missing you and I'm sure your family was missing you even more. You listened when I needed it. You were my Uncle and friend. My connection to my father! My thoughts were with you on your Birthday and Always!
Sheri Soules
August 17, 2008
Its been almost a year now, and I miss you more now than ever. I still cant believe your gone. Not a day goes by that I dont think about you and shed a few tears. You used to get so excited about your birthdays and the holidays... well today is your birthday pops! So Happy Birthday! Your first one in heaven! I hope its a blast for you. I love you more than youll ever know and I miss you just as much! Its a shame you had to leave us! With love always!
Sheri
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Betsy Blackman
February 2, 2008
I miss you pops...more then you could know! I miss you with all my heart and i love you!! Rest in peace gramps...im always thinking of you!
Walt Leach
December 20, 2007
I had the extream pleasure of standing on stage, playing lead guitar, with Dick when we played with Tom Meade & The Lone Pine Travelers.
His stage presence & talent helped make the band the sucsess it became.
We had great times together.
If we wrote a book no one would believe all we went through in those 12 years.
His passing leaves a great void in my life but the memories help to fill the emptyness I feel.
Such a friend.
I miss him.
Tracy and Jim and Katerina DeMatteo
December 10, 2007
What nice memories he left behind as well as the music he shared with many. God bless his family through these tough times.Peace to them all.
Saida D
December 9, 2007
Edith and family-
I am so sorry for your loss. Dick was a wonderful, kind, funny man that will be remembered by many for his wonderful personality. Fortunately, he leaves a great legacy behind... his family. May the Lord provide you strength and comfort during this time.
Patricia Davis
December 9, 2007
God bless all who loved him and will miss! Including me.
sheri soules
December 9, 2007
Grampa,
I miss you so much! You left behind more memories than you can imagine. Things just wont be the same without you. You meant and still mean the world to me and nobody will ever take your place in my life. I love you with all my heart!
Love always and forever
Sheri, Brian, Hannah, and Hailey
Raymond Engel
December 8, 2007
We had many a chat together. I'll miss you, you left way too soon. To me you'll always be the supervisor.
He's in good hands now. My best to the family. Ray & Janis
John and Jan Morley
December 8, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss. Dick will be missed by many. You will be in our thoughts.
John Mason
December 7, 2007
To Edith, "Hello Darlin'" My sincere condolences to you and your family...So many pleasant memories of great music and fun times will always be remembered. John Mason, Drummer & Forever a FUGITIVE!!!!!
Penny Kilmer (Eckert)
December 7, 2007
Edith and Family, I was shocked to see Dick had died. I will always remember the good times my family and you guys had everytime we came to your house.He was a wonderful man. He will be deeply missed.
Randy Persons
December 7, 2007
Thinking of you, Our throughts and prayers are with you. IF you need anything, let us know.
Love always,
Randy Persons and family
LISA CARR
December 7, 2007
EDITH AND FAMILY,
DICK WAS A WONDERFUL MAN, HE WILL BE TRULY MISSED BY ALOT PEOPLE ESPECIALLY ME. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND THE FAMILY. SORRY FOR THE LOSS.
LISA CARR AND GIRLS
ROBERT AND DOROTHY ECKERT
December 7, 2007
EDITH AND FAMILY,
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT DICK. HE WAS A WONDERFUL MAN. WE ALL HAD ALOT OF FUN TOGETHER. HE WILL TRULY BE MISSED.
april borst
December 7, 2007
I'm so sorry about your loss and Dick will be missed very much and I will keep the memories that I got when I came around and he was a good hearted person. from all of us we will keep his memories in our thoughts and prayers.
James,April,Davin,Taylor,Patrick and Veronica
Kenneth, Karen and Cheryl Shaver
December 7, 2007
Edith, Fred, Cindy, Jodie and rest of Family:
Our sincerest sympathies to you with the loss of your husband/father/grandfather. May your fondest memories help ease the pain.
JOHN RORICK
December 7, 2007
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS WITH YOU ALL. STAY STRONG AND CHERISH THE MEMORIES FROM THIS DAY FORWARD AND KEEP THEM CLOSE TO YOUR HEARTS. WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY JOHN, LOUANN, BRIAN, KELLY, AND JACALYN RORICK.
Linda Glasner
December 7, 2007
Edith,i,m so sorry to hear of your loss.don and dick are are makeing ,good county music together.just like the good ole times. my prayers are with you love ,Linda Glasner
Scott and Kim Chambers
December 7, 2007
Fred, We are so sorry about your Dad. We were just talking about him Wednesday. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ray and Missy Baker
December 7, 2007
Fred and family, We are so very sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man.
Ken Cassidy
December 7, 2007
So Sorry God Bless
Loretta Holdredge
December 7, 2007
My Uncle! My Friend! You have meant the world to me. You were the one person who I knew that understood me and excepted me for who I am. I am going to miss you so very much. My heart goes out to Aunt Edith and family. I'll always be there when you need me. Love, Loretta (Lori)
penny stafford/nicholas
December 7, 2007
We are so sorry to hear about Mr. Bell's passing
Jessica Heaney (Morin)
December 7, 2007
I am very sorry to hear about your lost. I knew Richard from my friend Sheri. My deapest condolences.
michelle simpkin
December 7, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you, we are so sorry for your loss. Let us know if you need anything at all, all our love.
Kyle, Michelle, Shawna and Kyle J. Simpkin
Marlene (Thompson) Bieber
December 7, 2007
Edith (and family):
I was so sad to hear about Dick's passing. I have such fond memories of a young girl hearing and watching him sing with my Dad (Dick Thompson). I pray that each day will give you peace. "Dick and Dad are having a grand ole' time singing and yodeling for the angels.."
With Deepest Sympathy
Randy & Jackie Sherman
December 7, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Cheryl Hoxie
December 7, 2007
So sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dice/Scooby/John Hoxie
Bonnie & Joe Peletz
December 7, 2007
Very sorry to hear of your loss. He truly will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Roger and Margaret Davis
December 7, 2007
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Raymond Howland
December 7, 2007
The three are back together. Dick,Pat and Jocko. His smile,laughter and dry sense of humor will always be with us. How could we forget the deer hunting and the Band. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Rick,Patti,Alex and Logan
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