West Chesterfield, Ohio
Timothy Michael Bell Jr. was a black-belt in judo who hoped to buy a motorcycle when he returned from his tour in Iraq in September. "My son was the last of the John Waynes, but tougher," said his father, Timothy Michael Bell Sr. Bell, 22, of West Chesterfield, Ohio, died in an explosion Aug. 3 south of Haditha. A 2003 high school graduate, he was based in Columbus. He was a nephew of Kansas City Royals manager Buddy Bell and cousin of Buddy Bell's son, David, who plays for the Philadelphia Phillies. He was a grandson of Gus Bell, Reds outfielder from 1953 to 1961. Bell wanted to be a Marine since he was 6. His bedroom was filled with Marine posters and memorabilia. A camouflage Marine blanket even covered his bed. When his parents took him to deploy for training with his unit, he had just one message for them, said his stepmother, Vivian Bell. "He just said, 'This is what I was born to do,'" she said. Always protective of his three younger sisters, Bell joined the Marines in part because he wanted to protect them. "It's very important for me that everybody knows that he did this for them," the elder Bell said. He also is survived by his mother, Jacqueline.
Hello. I´m so very sorry for the loss of Tim. We thank him and each one of you for the sacrifices. I know men who have come home, but they will never be the same. May God bless you all and wrap comforting arms around you each day. From Eileen Walley- Richton Ms
Eileen Walley
September 27, 2024 | Other
Hello my name is Kelly Gueli. Today I visited Arlington National Cemetery and visited your son. Timothy Bell Jr. I did not know him but I sat and spoke with him. I have a son who is a Marine. Sorry for your loss.
Kelly Gueli
July 31, 2021 | Alexandria, VA | Acquaintance
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Timothy M. Bell:
Always remembering Timothy. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
August 04, 2013 | Carson City, NV
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and to also let the Bell Family know that we recently sent Care Packages to American troops in the war zones. Each box carried a dedication sheet that includes the name, service information and a photo of your loved one. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals in the youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. ...
Charlie Gili
June 08, 2013 | Brooklyn, NY
We love and miss you bunches!!!!!! I know u r watching over all of us and you are always with us in our hearts, prayers, and memories!!!!!!! Thank you and all the other men, women, and their families for ultimate sacrifice you all made!!!! Semper Fi
Aunt Jen Shepherd
June 06, 2013 | Kansas City, MO
I'm not sure if anyone has ever heard of the Ohio Veterans Memorial Park, but we are in the process of raising money to engrave the names of every Ohio man and woman killed in the War on Terrorism on our wall.. the dedication of the wall will be in August during our 2nd annual Concert at the Park event.. if anyone would like more information or if you have any questions please email me at [email protected] subject "OVMP"
February 20, 2012 | Clinton, OH
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Timothy M. Bell:
Please accept my remembrance of Timothy on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
August 03, 2011 | Carson City, NV
In Remembrance of your Service and Sacrifice
Garnet Jenkins
November 09, 2010
To the family and friends of Lance Cpl. Timothy M. Bell:
Remembering Timothy on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Peggy Childers
August 04, 2010 | Carson City, NV