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Joseph Bell Obituary
A lifelong resident of Pittston, born August 8, 1921, he was a son of the late Nicola and Philomena DeLullo Belpulsi. He was a graduate of Pittston High School, Class of 1938. He was a member of the Second Presbyterian Church, Pittston
Joe was an Army Veteran serving during World War II and served in the 92nd Air Force Reserve Airmen Unit for 35 years. Prior to his retirement, Joseph was employed as an Assistant Physical Therapist at Department of Veterans Affairs Hospital, Wilkes-Barre.
Preceded in death by his wife, Helen Gregory; brothers Dan, John, Louis, Michael Bell; sisters Angela (Lena) Mandicott, Ann Occhito, Sarah Yachna, Clara (Honey) Bell.
Survived by a son, Joe Bell, and Rose, with whom he resided; daughter Pattie Crolick and her husband, Mike, Kingston; grandson David Whitman; granddaughter Carrie Davey; great-grandson Miles Whitman; several nieces and nephews. Along with his family he will be deeply missed by his tiny best friend, Taco.
The funeral will be held Saturday at noon in the Second Presbyterian Church, Pittston. The Rev. David Brague will officiate. Relatives and friends are asked to go directly to the church on Saturday. Interment will be in Memorial Shrine Cemetery, Carverton. Friends may call Friday evening, from 5 to 8 p.m., at the Howell-Lussi Funeral Home, 509 Wyoming Avenue, West Pittston.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations if desired may be sent to Second Presbyterian Church, 143 Parsonage Street, Pittston, PA 18640. The family would like to thank Dr. James Bruno and staff for all their care and support over the years and also Dre and the staff at the Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center.
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Memories and Condolences
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Joe Bell Jr.
October 30, 2008
I would like to thank everyone for their kind words & expressions of sympathy at our time of sorrow.
They help & mean so much to us.
Thank You
October 28, 2008
Joe, Rose and Taco
There is only love from a father to a son, but no greater gift of love from a son to a father have I seen.
Ron, Jean and Kyle
Dennis & Cheryl Macheska
October 27, 2008
Joe,& Rose,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad, Our thoughts and prayers are with you both, May you find comfort in knowing that he will suffer no more and cherish all your memories .
Phyllis and Jack Munley
October 24, 2008
Joe and Rose
May you find peace in the days ahead. You have truly been the angels by your dads side giving him comfort and love.
Colleen Rossi
October 23, 2008
Joe, Rose and Patti, We didn't get there at all after my dad passed, but he would always talk about his brother. Even though we didn't see much of him when we did it was the best thing. We really did love him and I know you (and us all) will miss him dearly.
Your cousin,
Colleen Rossi(Belpulsi)
Joyce & Mary Mc Donnell
October 23, 2008
Joe, Rose and Family
Our deepest sympathy in the passing of your dear Dad. I know you will miss him dearly. We were fortunate to have such loving parents with great memories that no one can ever take away.
Gerry Kenney
October 23, 2008
I will miss my Uncle Joe very much.
He was such a special person. My love and condolences go to out to Joey, Rose and Patti. Now he is with his Mom and Dad, brothers and sisters.
Love, Gerry Ann
April Harding
October 23, 2008
Uncle Joe will really be missed--especially on the holidays. Love, April, Walter, Logan Grant, and Eli Landon.
Beth Clawson
October 23, 2008
Pattie I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. I know how much he meant to you, but he's smiling down at you from heaven now. I love you!
ann sheafer
October 23, 2008
I just want to send my condolescences to Joe and Rose for the loss of Joe Sr. I know that you cared wonderfully for this lovely man. While he will be missed, take comfort in the love and care that you gave him in his final years here on earth.
Wish I could be there to offer my love and support, Love Annie
justine borino
October 23, 2008
JOE & FAMILY,THINKING OF YOU AT THIS TIME WITH THE LOSS OF YOUR DAD.MAY YOUR FAITH & MEMORIES HELP COMFORT ALL OF YOU.MEMORY ETERNAL JOE!! JUSTINE & JIM BORINO
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