Paul Edward Bell

Paul Edward Bell obituary, New Britain, CT

Paul Edward Bell

Paul Bell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Shaker-Hill Funeral Home - New Britain on Nov. 21, 2025.

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Paul Edward Bell, 95, of Plainville, loving husband of the late Dolly Bell, passed away Thursday (November 20, 2025) at Hospital of Central CT- Bradley Memorial Campus, Southington. He was born in Beaver Falls, PA the son of the late Christopher and Winona Bell. Paul had an honorable career in the US Navy serving aboard the USS Wright. He also had a lifelong love for bowling. Paul leaves behind his sons, James Bell and wife Gale of Granby, Michael Bell and wife Sharon of Cedar Park (Austin) TX., and Joseph Bell of Vernon; close companion, Ellie Miranda of Plainville; along with many grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his daughter, Pauline Bell.
At the family's request services and burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers donations in Paul's memory may be made to the American Legion or the American Diabetes Association.
To share a memory of Paul or to express condolences to the Bell Family, please visit www.shakerfuneralhome.com.
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764 Farmington Ave., New Britain, CT 06053

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