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Thomas Bell Obituary
Formerly of Lowell
Thomas J. Bell Jr., age 76, of West Yarmouth, MA and Juno Beach, FL died unexpectedly Tuesday August 19, 2014 at the Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis, MA.
He was married to Carol (Kearney) Bell with whom he would have celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary on October 22.
Born in Lowell, he was the son of the late Thomas and Beatrice Bell. He graduated from Keith Academy with the class of 1954.
He served in the US Air Force reserves.
Tom worked as the Vice President of Sales in the US for Quaker Plastics in Mountville, PA for many years before retiring in 2002. He previously worked as a Regional Manager for Harmsco Filters in FL and as a salesman for Fox Pools in PA. In his early years, he owned and operated Bel-Aqua in Lowell.
Every year he enjoyed spending 6 months in Juno Beach, FL and 6 months in West Yarmouth, MA.
He was a communicant of St. Patrick Church in Lowell and St. Francis in Dracut, MA
He was a member of the American Legion in Tequesta, FL and the National Swimming Pool Institute. Over the years Tom had memberships at the Andover Country Club, the Manchester Country Club, the Bayberry Country Club in West Yarmouth, and the Palm Beach Garden Country Club in Florida.
Besides his wife he is survived by two daughters Karen Bell of Concord, MA, and Kathleen Bell Walther and her husband Eric of Pawtucket, RI; a brother, James F. Bell and his wife Josephine of St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands; nieces and nephews Maribeth O'Neil Randlett, Steven O'Neil, Susan O'Neil Bent, Richard O'Neil, Daniel O'Neil, and Kathleen Wright; One Great-Nephew, Sean O'Neil.
BELL -- Thomas Joseph Bell Jr. of West Yarmouth died August 19. Visiting hours Friday
3 to 7 P.M. Funeral Saturday at 9 AM from the DOLAN FUNERAL HOME, 106 MIDDLESEX ST., CHELMSFORD, with a funeral Mass at 10 AM at St. John the Evangelist Church in Chelmsford. Memorials may be made in his name to the American Heart Association, New England Affiliate Central Processing Center, 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701-4688 or to the charity of one's choice. ARRANGEMENTS BY DOLAN FUNERAL HOME 978-251-4041. Guestbook at www.dolanfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Bell
Joan (I'Anson) Palavras
August 29, 2014
Carol I was so saddened to read of Tommy's passing. I don't know if you remember me but I knew you both and have fond memories. Joan (I'Anson) Palavras
August 24, 2014
Very sorry to hear about Tom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls. Marty and Karen
Rosemary Mullen Costello
August 23, 2014
Carol, I was sad to hear of Tommy's passing. We were away and just found out. I will always remember Tom's stories and sense of humor, especially our high school years. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your girls.
ginny & george pagliuca
August 23, 2014
Carol to you and your daughters we send along our thoughts and prayers.
Walter Szczypinski
August 22, 2014
Tom was a friend and classmate at Keith Academy.
Though years ago, fond memories of our escapades during those days still make me chuckle. Tom's humor was contagious. My deepest condolences to the entire Bell family. May Tom rest in peace. Walt Szczypinski (Fairfax Station, VA)
Jane Maki
August 22, 2014
Tom was a wonderful friend and he will be missed by many. We will especially miss the "one more song" on Christmas Eve. Sincere sympathy and much love to Carol, Karen and Kathy.
Ray,Jane,Drew & Amy
American Heart Association
August 21, 2014
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Jim McLaughlin
August 21, 2014
What a great guy. So much fun with Tom over the years, especially when he installed my in-ground swimming pool for me. Tom, always a friend, never said no. Bless you Tom
August 21, 2014
My deepest condolences to Tom's family from an old classmate at Keith Academy. I'm glad the years were good for him
Reg. Walker
Class of 1955
August 21, 2014
Carol, Karen and Kathleen,
Know that our hearts and thoughts are with you all. We'll always remember Tommy's sense of humor, bringing laughter to all who surrounded him. It's those moments we will cherish and help get you though this difficult time.
All our Love,
Jean, Katie and Bobby
Bob Hatem
August 21, 2014
Carol: please accept the heartfelt condolences of the Hatem family. From high school days to Florida time shared together we will cherish the good times and always remember Tom in our thoughts and prayers.
Beth Geary
August 21, 2014
Tommy was someone who always made me feel loved. I will miss him and remember him always. Rest peacefully Tommy!
August 21, 2014
Carol
Bart and I want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry to hear of Tom's sudden passing. We hope fond memories will give you comfort. Love to you and your family . Bart and Mary O'Sullivan
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