Lawrence M Bell Jr.

Lawrence M Bell Jr. obituary, Hume, VA

Lawrence M Bell Jr.

Lawrence Bell Jr. Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 18, 2025.
In Memory of Lawrence M. Bell Jr., "Larry"

Lawrence M. Bell Jr., "Larry", 80, of Hume, Virginia, passed away peacefully at home on September 11, 2025, with his wife Susanne Brose by his side. Born in Winchester to Lawrence and Catherine Bell, Larry was a Handley High School and Virginia Tech graduate and athlete. He built a successful career as a cement industry executive and was a lifelong sportsman who loved football, hunting, horse racing, and trap shooting.

He is survived by his wife, Susanne Brose; his children Larry Bell (Jamie) and Casey Sabol; six grandchildren; siblings Jackie Thomas (Bill), Beverly Owens, Barbara Motter (Joseph) Mary Rhodes (Jim), and Ed Bell (Virginia); and many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

At Larry's request, no service will be held. Link to full obituary: https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/legacyremembers/lawrence-bell-jr-obituary?id=59493271

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