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Mr. Clarence Ruben Bell

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Clarence Bell Obituary

Published by Bi-State Cremation & Funeral Service - Florissant on Jun. 28, 2017.

Mr. Bell was born on January 14, 1944 and passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2017. Mr. Bell was a resident of Missouri. A memorial service will be held July 9 2017 at Shrewsbury City Center 5200 Shrewsbury Ave. St. Louis Missouri 63119. In lieu of flowers please send love offerings to P.O. Box 38445 St. Louis Missouri 63138. The family thanks you in advance.

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October 14, 2025

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November 27, 2021

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August 7, 2017

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Madell Williams

October 14, 2025

I met Clarence Bell through Shirley Brewer. I remember walking through an open field to get to his apartment. He was so friendly and kind. We had a wonderful time. RIP Clarence Madell Williams, Compton CA 90222

Ida L. DuBose

November 27, 2021

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Patricia Lawrence

August 7, 2017

What an awesome man and by the way,agifted, anointed musical craftman,! He hated his gift so many! I was blessed to be in the choir with him in San Diego in the 70's.

AUDREY FARLEY

July 22, 2017

I MET CLARENCE WHEN HE WAS A STUDENT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WEST FLORIDA. AT THAT TIME HE WAS MAJORING IN SOCIAL WORK. HE WAS A TALENTED MUSCIAN. MY CONDOLENCES ARE WITH THE FAMILY.

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Clarence Bell at 5 Sisters Blues Cafe in Pensacola, FL

Danny Dillard

July 16, 2017

Clarence Bell at 5 Sisters Blues Cafe in Pensacola, FL

Danny Dillard

July 16, 2017

Clarence Bell at 5 Sisters Blues Cafe in Pensacola, FL

Danny Dillard

July 16, 2017

Clarence Bell at 5 Sisters Blues Cafe in Pensacola, FL

Danny Dillard

July 16, 2017

Michael McCartan

July 9, 2017

I enjoyed the times that I played drums behind Clarence at The 5 Sisters Blues Café in Pensacola, Florida. Clarence, would 'nt say the name of the tune he was about to perform, he would just say the type of rhythm, like "swing" and the groove was on with no hesitation and no reservation. He was always in the pocket and his kind, loving soul always permeated his music. I will miss Clarence.

Ray Callender

July 5, 2017

Clarence was born in Port Saint Joe, Florida. He was a prolific musician, having toured with the Stevie Wonder band among many other groups. I was fortunate enough to get to work with him on several occasions, he'll be sorely missed.

Doug Carn

July 5, 2017

Clarence Bell helped me to find my way around big Hammond Organs when I was only 13 years of age when he was a student in St.Augustine Florida. Later in the Seventies, he showed me how to operate the Arp 2600. We grew up together. I love him so much. He is one of the greatest musicians and singers that I have ever known.

Mike Williams

July 3, 2017

Clarence was my friend and fellow musician here in Pensacola for many years. He and other folks joined my wife Nita and me for dinner just prior to his departure to Missouri. He always spoke kindly of everyone and played his music directly from his heart. All of us in Pensacola will miss him.
Mike and Nita Williams