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Jerry Bell Obituary

Jerry D. Bell, 67, passed away on December 31, 2025 at Aperion Care in Marion, IN.

Jerry is survived by his daughter, Kayla Bell of Indiana; several grandchildren; siblings, Debby J. Parsons of Hartford City, Henry E. (wife, Charlene) Bell of Marion and Cathy A. (husband, Michael) Felton of Montpelier; several nieces and nephews.

He is also preceded in death by his son, Micah Bell.

Keplinger Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Jerry will be cremated with no services at this time. Online condolences may be made to www. keplingerfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Chronicle-Tribune on Jan. 6, 2026.

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