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Richard Van Bell Obituary
March 13, 1944 - August 18, 2025
Richard J. Van Bell, Jr., 81, of Naples, Fla., passed away Monday, August 18, 2025 at Physicians Regional Hospital, Naples, Fla.. Arrangements pending at Rafferty Funeral Home, Moline.
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John Lawson
August 25, 2025
We enjoyed knowing and working with Dick beginning in 1978 at the John Deere Dubuque Works. His leadership and concern for others along with his pleasant personality made for a person that truly made a difference wherever he worked.
We extend our sympathy to the entire Van Bell family.
John and Sue Lawson
Mike Plunkett
August 21, 2025
Dick and I worked together for a number of years. I want to express my sympathy to his family during this difficult time. He was a valued friend and a good guy.
Mike
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