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Mike Bell Obituary
Bell was found Sunday at a Costa Mesa live-in rehabilitation facility, his family said.
An autopsy was conducted but investigators couldn't immediately determine the cause of death, said Dan Akin, a supervising deputy at the Orange County coroner's division. The coroner is awaiting the results of toxicology tests, he said.
Chris Bell, whose 2008 documentary examines the steroid use of his two brothers, said Mike Bell had long battled with his addictions to prescription painkillers and alcohol.
Mike Bell wrestled on World Wrestling Entertainment's "Monday Night Raw" as a "jobber," a fighter who takes falls to promote others.
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Curtis Givens
March 31, 2021
I inew a lot qboutt your father but so kuch about you. I worked for the Diamondbacks in concessions for 10 years. When I heard you were our bench coach I did my research and I was glad you were part of out family. Thank you for all you did for us. It wasnt long enough but we will cherish the time we knew you. My condolences to the family
brad newman
June 15, 2016
Rip Mike. Gone but never forgotten. God bless you my friend.
Jeremy Brister
May 1, 2016
I had watched the first doc "Bigger, Stronger, Faster" and have told so many people about it. I just watched your brothers new doc "Prescription Thugs" and was really just unprepared to hear that you had passed away. I was really shaken by it. I pray for peace for your family and friends.
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John Esposito
March 10, 2016
Rip Mike
Mike Clements
February 9, 2016
Just thinking of you big man!
rocky miavia
September 30, 2015
Sleep in peace mike bell
Ben Deleon
January 17, 2015
God bless mike, few people live with his determination and drive. As a recovering alcoholic, I understand his struggles. See you in heaven bro.
Shelly Boucheir
June 4, 2014
Mike and me met at a bachelor party, he was such a blast! We went out for a couple dinners and beach walks, he was so interesting! I miss his bleach blond triangle above his baby carrot, he was so California. Hang ten Mike, hang ten.
Vicky Pinckne
May 1, 2014
I was one of Mike's first personal training clients when he worked at Gold's Gym in Newburgh,NY. I was impressed with his dedication to my training and the joy that he got in my accomplishments too. He had a gentle side that I got to see often. I will never forget him and alot of his advise. I love working out and Mike was the man that planted that seed. I still miss you Mike.
Michael Maclean
April 19, 2014
RIP Mike Bell. He was a great man & always made people laugh.
bryan winiecki
March 11, 2014
Thanks for the hard great work
Amy McCallum (Mikiel)
August 28, 2013
Will always remember the warm smile on Mike's face that always lit up the room!!
My heart goes out to all of the Bell family.
mike schuelke
January 7, 2013
dear maddog mike bell family e-mail me at [email protected] i met maddog mike bell in 1998 when he wrestle for old uswf wrestling this is maddog mike schuelke yes i met jimmy snuka--marc mero any wrestlers out here e-mail me ok maddog mike schuelke of syracuse ny help
david thomas
March 4, 2012
You had the heart of a champion, Mike. So sorry things turned out this way.
Markus S.-R.
September 4, 2011
May god the almighty bless his soul and all the people who loved him.
Accept my symphathies.
William Stevens
July 30, 2011
William Stevens of the the Baltimore city police dept. I watched the documentary. I am very sorry about your brother. Mike and his family our in my prayers. He accomplished more than I ever will and I know that he would be proud of that. God bless him and his family.
Elsa Bueno
May 28, 2011
RIP Mike..
Billie Acrie
May 26, 2011
RIP Mike!
April 17, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Bell family.
In Christ,
The Maiello Family
Eddie Sanchez
March 29, 2011
RIP Mike.
Greg Mc Bride
March 27, 2011
I watched Bigger stronger faster.Very sorry to hear what happened to Mike. My thoughts are with his family and friends. RIP
Eddie Kunna
March 25, 2011
I recently watched "bigger, Stronger, Faster*" and like others I wanted to see how the Bell's where doing. Im very sorry for your loss.. :(
Phil Laraway
February 1, 2011
I watched the documentary "bigger, stronger, faster", and I really enjoyed it. Mike and his 2 brothers mark and chris all seemed like good, nice guys. I'm into weightlifting and the documentary inspired me to go even harder and further with it. My deepest empathy goes to the Bell family. God bless
t medici
December 18, 2010
I knew mike from school.one of the few that made me feel welcome when i moved to the states.my thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones..Kalo taksidi filarako..
December 14, 2010
Miss you Mike. Aunt Arlene
Jacquelyn Skaggs
December 13, 2010
I just watched the film 'Bigger stronger faster and wanted to find out how Mike's new life in California was going so I googled it and was so saddened and shocked to find out he passed away so young and was trying so hard. I just lost my 29 year old son to abuse so I know the depth of pain his family is going thru. I give my deepest condolences to his wife and family. I am so very sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Jacquelyn Skaggs
Rohan D
September 27, 2010
My Condolences to his wife and family.
Ale Burtea
August 24, 2010
I'm so sorry to hear this. My condolences to his wife and family.
glenn cribbin
August 3, 2010
You did right by your family and thats all a good man has to do R.I.P GOD BLESS.
Justin Q
May 31, 2010
After seeing the documentary, getting a glimpse into the Bell's life was very inspiring and thought provoking. I was also sad to see Mike's life end short. My condolences to the family, his wife, and to the parents who seem very wise and loving. The scene where the mother shared her thoughts about being happy with the way God made us was one of the most poignant statements in the whole film. Thank God for the faith you share and please continue to trust deeply in Jesus' love.
Eddison Moreno
May 11, 2010
Hi, this is Eddison from Colombia (South America). I just saw the film and I'm shocked with this sad news. My condolences to the family.
Vickie C.
April 30, 2010
I also just finished watching the documentary and just feel terrible about Mike's premature death. I hope he finds peace in the afterlife, and my deepest condolences to his family and friends. He seems like he was a hell of a guy and the world is a poorer place without him.
Vickie C.
kyle fender
February 21, 2010
My lady and i watched your documentary last night we loved it!Then to find out about this about mike very sad,are condolences to the family and friends..kyle in salt lake...
M S
October 16, 2009
Watched the documentary twice to take it all in, because the film is packed with information. It is solid gold. Then I was searching the net to know more about Chris Bell and his brothers, when I came across this. My feeling is a sense of empathy with the Bells. Thanks for sharing the story of your life so far.
xibjou
September 10, 2009
Just watched the documentary.. what a great piece of film making\journalism. I grew up idolizing the same things and changed my life and aspirations as an adult. I absolutely understand Mike's desire to "be somebody" and how this is drilled in to us as children. I pray Mike knew Christ and am encouraged by his parents statements in the film. I also pray our Gracious Lord and Saviour comfort their hearts. Christ should be our measure our comfort and our goal. This world constantly beckons us away... but he calls us home.
Wanda Cabin
September 7, 2009
Mike,RIP in God's unchanging hands.You are miss'd I saw the announcement on AOL about the news of your Homecoming under Atheletes.So I saved your Wikapedia page the view all your accomplishments later following advertisements.You got sponsers man.~WWF/WWE~ "Wanda"
Jay Bradbury
September 6, 2009
I had the chance to meet Mike back when he wrestled for ECW at the Mid Hudson Civic Center, and was suprised to see how down to earth he was...not only did he stop to take a picture he also signed my program and talked with me and my dad for a good 10 minutes...I met him once again at an Indy show and was suprised he remembered me and my father. I was suprised to see he had passed. My condolences go out to his family and friends who knew him on a daily basis...with pain and strugle comes hope and happiness RIP MAD DOG MIKE BELL you will be missed
Bernard McKeown
August 30, 2009
Just watched the documentary this afternoon, and was so impressed with the whole family that I wanted to know more about them.
I was very saddened to read of Mike's passing and wanted to express my sympathies to his family and my hope that he rests in peace. He seemed a really nice guy.
stephen bagley
June 28, 2009
Such a shock to hear of Mikes passing,i found i could realy relate
to mikes experiences in the documetary.My thoughts go out to his family at the loss of such a larger than life character,God Bless.
Mike Bell
June 22, 2009
Mike, you were great in all things. Especially in sorting out things in the end. You came to realize that the only thing that is important in this life is preparation for the next life. Through your achievements and your challanges you came to the realization that Salvation throuth Jesus Christ is what this life is all about. I miss you, but I am happy that you achieved eternal life. Believing and holding on to that belief through death is the only way there. Love Dad.
June 7, 2009
Mike Bell was a great guy, very intellegent. My condolesces go out to his family. May he RIP.
Jack Swimme
May 2, 2009
MAd Dog you will always be a hero. after watching Bigger, Stronger, Faster The bell brothers will be my heroes, that documentery changed my perspective on alot of things, but most of all life.
Mike you did attain greatness, and I hope i can meet you on the other side someday. R.I.P.
sean moran
April 16, 2009
Just saw the documentary last night (4/15/2009) and was shocked to learn of Mike's death this afternoon. So sad. He was so full of energy. My condolences to his two loving brothers, his wife, and his parents.
Shawn barry
April 9, 2009
I saw Mike in the documentary and my heart goes out to his family. He seemed like such a nice young man and feel for his loving parents and wife.
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