Joseph William BELL Jr.

Just got a reminder that this is the anniversary of Jay's passing.

He was by far and away one of the brightest, most multi-talented people I've ever met. The world is better because Jay Bell was here. Still very much missed.

I worked with Jay and the whole crew at Balcones Computer Corp. Talk about an unforgettable character. Jay was brilliant and talented and kind. What a time it was and how lucky I was to know him. RIP, Jay.

I hadn't heard from Jay since his retirement party which I attended - so decided to do some googling very sad to have ended up here. Jay was one of the truly great ones! I was working at Xerox and met him and the whole Balcones crew via their consulting with Xerox on the new Xerox 820 computer.

Jay was always one of the brightest guys in the room. I'll never forget my experience working with Jay and whole Balcones staff.

Bet he's up there - making something run faster,...

I knew Jay in the early 70's. He was Jug Band Jay playing on the UT Drag when I met him. When he decided to sell his D-18 Martin guitar, I bought it from him and promised that if I ever wanted to sell it that I would give him first dibs at it. I still have it and it's a wonderful reminder of him. He was one of the first people to record me and he designed/built the first amp I had when I needed a sound system. He was a generous and kind man and I'm truly saddened to find out that he has left...

I failed to sign the condolence message of June 23, 2015 following Debbie Adams post of condolence.
That was sent by Charles and Donna Bell.

The high price we pay for the ones we love so much. My deepest condolences and prayers for Rhonda and family. Jay will live in our hearts forever.

I worked in the Executive Briefing Center at Dell from 1997 to 2002. Jay Bell was one of our favorites. Every time he'd come in to present, we felt blessed with his presence. He always took time to visit with the team & would share wonderful stories. With all his accolades...there was no ego. Jay always made you feel like you were visiting with a cube-mate. So down to earth. He was an amazing man who who knew what it meant to "live fully" & appreciate this journey called "life". Jay...

A great loss to family and all who knew him and realized his eceptional knowledge! He will be truly missed! RIP Jay.

Always one of the smartest men in the room. Prayers for a peaceful afterlife. Much love to Jay and family.