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William Bell Obituary

WILLIAM "BILL" BELL Bill was born July 29, 1937 in South Bend, Indiana. He passed away June 17, 2009 at his home sitting in his favorite recliner. He is survived by his wife, Janet; and his three sons, Jeff, John, and Joe Bell. He was a great Papa to his many grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is also survived by three sisters, one brother and many nieces and nephews. He served honorably in the Marine Corp., and was known throughout the San Fernando Valley as the owner of Bells Building Maintenance and Window Cleaning. The family would like to thank everyone at Providence Trinity Care Hospice for the excellent services. A memorial service will be held at the family residence at a later date.

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Published by Los Angeles Daily News from Jun. 21 to Jun. 24, 2009.

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Joe Bell

June 24, 2009

typo, new years 2008 . In addition to this, thank you to Rick, Christy, and other staff from providence trinity. Hospice for the service you provided.

Janet Bell

June 23, 2009

To Bill, my wonderful husband.I miss seeing you sitting in your chair. I miss you sitting watching me.I miss watching all our favorite programs together.I miss being together 24/7 for so long that now there is an empty void inside of me.You were the best grampa there could ever be. I could not have asked for a better husband. You will be in my heart forever. All my love Jan

Joe Bell

June 23, 2009

I watched, I learned, and seen both of my brothers build their lives for the trade he taught us all. When a father teaches a son a trade. Generations to come, shall not fail. I seen a man (papa)suffer for six months beating the odds. When the doctors said he may not make it for new years 2009. Congrats to kaiser staff who kept him alive. More to my mom for nursing him everyday. Teaching me about love.

Jason & Kathleen Peters

June 22, 2009

Dear Bell Family, we are very saddened to hear about Bill's passing. He was someone that really lived every day to the fullest. While we know that words are only a small gesture of support, we want you to know that his spirit has touched many people's lives as it has mine.

You are in our thoughts and prayers and may God bless you all in this time of sorrow.

With sympathy and love,

Ron Bell

June 22, 2009

To Billy my brother,I always looked up to Billy, he was fair and loving in his everyday life. He had an optimism toward others tried to see the good in all, would give the shirt off his back, if he liked you. and he liked almost every body.We will join him in Heaven for he goes to prepare a place for Us. I Love you Brother. Ron

Lorena Bell

June 21, 2009

I will miss Papa so much.
He was like a father to me, he loved me and put up with me like any father would. He was the to walk me down the isle when John and I were married.
I will cherish the memory for ever, I have so many memories I will cherish forever.
As for being a Papa, The boys couldn't ask for a better Grandpa. They were so lucky to have a Papa like him, they are going to miss him so much.

Love You Papa, Lorena

Papa holding Jacob

June 21, 2009

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