Ogden Dunes, Indiana
Aug 28, 1932 – Nov 7, 2013 (Age 81)
Joseph H. Bell, a resident of Ogden Dunes, IN dies on Thursday, November 7th, 2013 at the VNA Hospice Center in Valparaiso, IN. He was a veteran actor, director, playwright, teacher and dedicated husband and father. In the 1950s and '60s, Mr. Bell appeared on the New York stage, most notably...
Read MoreI remember Joe and his shows here well, and am so sorry about his death. Prayers for him and for Jean--Sister Clemente (at Rosary/Dominican)
November 29, 2013
I was a theater student of Joe Bell's at Rosary College in the late 70s. He was an extraordinary director --larger than life! I send condolences to his family and friends.
Herbert Brant
November 27, 2013 | Indianapolis, IN
I always enjoyed visiting with Mr. Bell when he and Mrs. Bell came to the bank. He was always very sweet and made me smile each time I saw him. I will surely miss his visits.
Jenny (Bank Teller)
November 20, 2013 | Portage, IN
I too went to Rosary and knew Mr. Bell. He was dedicated to raising up generations of actors and actresses for the theatre. We actually were inspired to do the WIZ because of all that acting happening around campus. God rest his soul.
Carolyn Vessel
November 15, 2013 | Chicago, IL
My condolences to all who loved Joe and considered him family. Joe was my theatrical father, introducing me to theatre in 1975 while at Rosary College. Passionate, Nurturing, Explosive, Quirky, Funny, Resourceful and Smart...Joe was a force of nature and positively impacted my life.
...Three times is funny.
Lauren McCormack
November 15, 2013 | Los Angeles, CA
Joe and his kids. A good father.
Aunt Jean and family,
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Uncle Joe and wish we could be there in person to hug and console you. We are there in spirit and will always love and remember Uncle Joe with his great, big smile that never seemed to fade!
With love and prayers from the Bell family in CA; Michael, Corry, Michaela, Jenny, Nathan, Chris, Nick and Beau.
Michael Bell
November 13, 2013 | Newbury Park, CA
Joe with me at my 1979 Rosary Graduation
I remember when Joe came to Rosary College in the '70's. I had him for several acting and interp classes and he directed me in many productions. I would see him from time to time since we lived close to each other. I even had him for a traffic school class I had to take! 10 years ago, Joe was to understudy with me and play my husband at Theatre at the Center. Unfortunately, he pulled out. That would have been so much fun to work together. I did enjoy working with Joe at the Kirkland &...
Nancy Greco
November 13, 2013 | Forest Park, IL
I was a theater major at Rosary in 1977 -1978 and had the pleasure of having Joe as a professor. I greatly appreciated his trust and enjoyed running the 'house' for him there. He will be missed. Many prayers to his family.
Dee Canello
November 13, 2013 | Lake In The Hills, IL
I have been a Peninsula Player since 1971 and am still on the Board of Directors. Had the extreme pleasure of getting to know and work with Joe, Hope, and Dennis and Vicki Kennedy.
Joe was a wonderful actor, director, mentor and friend.Working with Joe and Dennis Kennedy is to this day one of the joys of my life, what wonderful characters.
I still quote Joe often, and enjoy ordering a dead fish or chicken when dinning out.
My sympathy to all of Joe's family and loved ones. He was...
November 13, 2013
