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David Bell Obituary
David Michael Bell, beloved husband, father, pastor and friend, was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday morning, May 6, 2012. He was born October 21, 1954 in San Antonio, TX. In 1989, David left his successful software career of 13 years, to pastor Destiny Church (then Revival Temple) under his parents John and Ruth Bell. From 1996 to present, he served as lead pastor. The three main thrusts of David's ministry were worship, prayer and continuing the legacy of world missions his parents pioneered. David loved to see men of God rise up in worship and prayer. A passionate worshipper, David recorded and produced several albums and started Dancing Heart, a record label dedicated to raising up the next generation of worshippers. David's favorite activity was playing tennis with his wife, sons and close friends. One of his greatest joys was sitting poolside with his 3 grandchildren. David always enjoyed putting the top down and going for a drive with Jodi, his faithful wife and constant companion. David Bell is survived by Jodi, his wife of 32 years; his brother Nathan; 5 sons: Matthew, Michael, Mark, Micah and Mitchell, all of whom minister at Destiny Church; and 3 grandchildren: Heidi, Hunter and Faith. David was integrity personified. David lived by faith, every day of his life, with the sole purpose of advancing the Kingdom of God.
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Visitation will be held from 6:30 - 8:30 PM Friday, May 11, 2012 at Destiny Church, 8635 Callaghan Road, San Antonio, TX 78230. A Memorial Celebration will begin at 10 AM Saturday, May 12, 2012 at Destiny Church. Interment will follow at Mission Burial Park North. Donations can be made on David's behalf to Destiny World Missions. You may sign the on-line guest book at www.missionparks.com under the obituary section.
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for David Bell
Gerri Eiles
May 4, 2023
Still singing your beautiful songs, Dave Bell. Until we meet again!
Dana Moore
May 4, 2023
David was a Wonderful friend to so many.
kathryn ensley
September 28, 2022
Do very sorry to hear of your loss
Kathy leopard ensley
Former Churchill classmate class of 1972
Janie Zepeda
May 4, 2022
Never forgotten! Always in our hearts!!! His music will live forever, love to all the family members!
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Adam Holguin
May 4, 2021
I love pastor Dave bell, he was my pastor, he baptized me and helped me in my walk with God. I looked up to him and strives to be a man of God the way he was. I will miss my pastor always!
Howard Hickman
May 4, 2020
we will always remember him as a wonderful man of God who served the Lord faithfully
Eric Triplett
January 24, 2018
Dave led worship a few times at a youth camp I went to in Sherman, TX, and also led at my home church (Austin Cathedral) in Austin as a guest leader. His worship songs are incredible (We Cry Holy / There is No Other Name) and we still do songs like "Come Magnify the Lord" in our services today (that's in my top 5 worship songs ever). Gone way too soon.
Melinda Kittles
June 5, 2012
I don't know this man, but his obituary speaks volume about him. What a wonderful person! Great to hear of such a person.
Lydia Chorpening
June 4, 2012
Jodi, Dear, I've not forgotten you in my prayers. Nestled in close to my heart I have a feeling of compassion that springs into a prayer for you. What can I say or do? Just know I care for a great man has gone to his eternal reward and has left your arms empty for this season of your life. Draw strength from your sons and they will draw from you! You are all loved.
Lisa Bostow Coles
May 16, 2012
Jodi, family and church, My heart is broken for you all. There is hardly a day that goes by without something reminding me of my most favorite times growing up at Revival Temple (I always tell people that I think I was born under the pew). I never will have a church family like I've had with everyone there. I can remember as a little girl sitting and listening in awe as I would watch David play the piano at his house. It seems like yesterday. I am praying that God will give you all comfort and peace as you continue in what He has called you all to do for His kingdom.
Gerald Burns
May 13, 2012
Our prayers and thoughts are with your family. We had the honor and pleasure of meeting Pastor Bell at the church's annual missionary conference back in 2006 and in the subsequent years. What an incredible talented man of God! Such an anointing on his life and ministry. The earth's loss is heaven's gain, the angels are singing along with him. Pastor Gerald and Gail Burns
May 13, 2012
He was an awesome Man of God (Tanesha-Corpus Christi)
Vanessa Alvarado
May 13, 2012
My pastor David...as I sit & type this, I can't even see through the tears. I've known you since I was 12 years old, a long 26 years. As a young girl I can remember being in awe of your beautiful singing voice and amazing musical gifts. I have fond memories of singing in the choir under your direction & recording "Lion of Judah" with you. You were definitely a stickler for precision & detail! I will always remember how excited you were for me when I received my degree in Music Studies & said, "I trust that you're gonna go forth and be a great light in your classroom!" Thank you for believing in me. Thank you for the opportunity to serve with you in the music ministry. I will always be grateful to God for placing you in my life as the best example of a worship leader. Words can't even express how much Michaela & I will miss you dearly. Thank you for being such an AWESOME, RADICAL, and COOL guy! I will always love & respect you & everything you stood for.
Van Mabrito
May 13, 2012
Jodi, Matthew, Michael, Mark, Micah and Mitchell-Dave's memorial was a powerful and compelling testimony to the man and his legacy. What a husband, what a father, what a man of God, and what a friend. Thank all of you for sharing Dave with all of us for these years. You all are in my prayers and we all love you.
Ginny Ballensky
May 12, 2012
It is still very hard to believe that Pastor Dave is no longer with us. I will miss his praise and worship.Pastor Dave was a true man of God.My thoughts and prayers are with Jodi and The Bell family.
John Schmid
May 12, 2012
Dear Bell Family,
I am so sorry for you lost... I been praying for you all and pray that God will give you all peace and he will restore your joy back... I remember he was very kind and enjoyed his songs very much... I pray that wonderful things will come to you all from the Lord and thet he will give you peace...
John Schmid
Robbin Lorenz
May 12, 2012
Praying for peace and comfort for the Bell family. David will be missed, he left the world a better place.
Diane Guerrieri
May 12, 2012
Our prayers are with you, Jodi, the boys, Nathan and the entire church family. May His comfort surround you. Know that we love you very much.
Martinez
May 12, 2012
My prayers go out to the Bell family. I was in the memorial service and the presence of God was present. A true legacy of love and integrity was left by Pastor Bell. The life he lived was an example for all to follow. Thank you bell family and my familys prayers are with you all. God Bless
Krista (Hopper) Lancaster
May 12, 2012
I remember Dave Bell and the Lion of Judah Band at ROCK Conference every summer when I was a teenager! He was an amazing musician and worshiper! I know he and my dad are praising God together today!
Rusty & Linda Henley
May 11, 2012
Our sincerest condolences go out to all the Bell family.We know Pastor Bell is present with the Lord rejoicing on the streets of gold.His legacy will continue and he will live in our hearts forever. May the sweet memories of him give you all strength and peace during this time of mourning.
Deanna Bostow
May 11, 2012
Dear Jodi and family, you are all in my prayers. I know the Lord will see you through. May His comfort and peace be with you now as you lean on Him.
Russell & Lydia Chorpening
May 11, 2012
To the Dear Bell family, Jodi and boys and others related...You have been a part of us for many years. We were first introduce to Revival Temple in 1978, and will miss you deeply, Pastor Dave! Our prayers are with you all.
May 11, 2012
pastor dave was a great friend mentor father and so much more to me.I still cant believe that hes gone i still feel like this is all just a bad dream.my prayers go out to mitchell bell and his family,
matt,heather,cari,jen,mike,micah
Roy Garcia
May 11, 2012
We love your family. May the peace of God be with you in this difficult time.
Susan Sutherland
May 11, 2012
My husband, Michael, and I have wonderful memories of getting to know John, Ruth, and David Bell from 1989 to 1992 when we first got married and moved to San Antonio. I believe that they helped us to lay a foundation in our marriage which God has blessed.-Susan Sutherland
May 11, 2012
Jodi,
You and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dan & Fran McCormick
Aaron and Rebecca Cavazos
May 11, 2012
Although I recently met Pastor Dave through Fresh Start, he made a lasting impact on my life and ministry. My heart has been extremely heavy throughout the week as I will miss seeing him in prayer and hearing him worship the Gid he loved so much. See you soon pastor.
Don White
May 11, 2012
Dave was such a cool Pastor! His praise and worship always lifted mine and Michiko's spirits and helped us enter into God's presence. We will miss him greatly! God's blesings on Jodi and the family.
Yandy Stewart
May 11, 2012
My deepest sympathy goes out to Jodi, your son's and their families, along with Nathan and all the Bell family and friends. May God be with you all always. Thank you David for giving me the memories we all share to this day, growing up together at Revival Temple. Those were the best days of my life. I will treasure those memories forever. Love to all.
christian sibling
May 11, 2012
Sympathies to Bro Bell's family. Like Keith Green, he truly loved Jesus and followed Him diligently.
Gerri Eiles
May 11, 2012
The events of the past few weeks, here in Quitman, definitely put our lives here on earth in a different perspective. We have had more than our share of unexpected deaths, from older folks to our little 9 year old former Little Miss Dogwood. Little did we know, Jodi, that on Saturday night when you and Jocie were sharing so fondly and lovingly about your wonderful family and husband at our Mothers Day Banquet, that all our lives would change in an instant, especially yours. Our collective hearts just broke as the events unfolded last Sunday morning. We hurt for you and your boys, and certainly pray earnestly that the Holy Spirit is surrounding you with the outpouring of love that is coming in from all over the world of people who have been transformed by the ministry of Dave Bell and Destiny Church. In such a short time, in God's eyes, we all shall be with Dave again and rejoice at the feet of Jesus! We must all use our time left here on earth to always keep our focus on the Lord and bring as many along as we possibly can. We love you Jodi, Jocie and all the family! All of us at Living Waters Fellowship will be lifting you up in prayer!
Janie Zepeda
May 11, 2012
I am so grateful to the Bell family for their faithfulness to God and how they love the body of Christ. We are blessed to have known Pastor Dave for what seems to be a brief moment in life. What joy I have in knowing about the eternal relationship we will share one day in praising and worshiping our heavenly Father. What a glorious day it will be! I love you sister Jodi and brothers Matt, Michael, Mark, Micah, and Mitchell. God's peace that surpasses all understanding be yours this day and always.
May 11, 2012
we will treasure our memories always Howard and Barbarb Hikman.
Allen and Dana Moore
May 11, 2012
I've know David and Jodi all of my 55yrs on this earth, so there are so many things I could say about them both. Most importantly, David truly loved God all his life and while we were still young teenagers, often told me how he wanted to serve Him in some way that would be a blessing to others. David has been a sincere and loving son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, pastor and friend. I am so blessed to have known him. We love you David. Nathan, Jodi, Matthew, Michael, Mark, Mich, and Mitchell, know that our heartfelt prayers are for you and your wonderful family whose hearts are broken right now. I'm confident that David knows his legacy will live on through your own lives. Continue on with Praise In Him.
May 11, 2012
What a privilege to have known Dave. In such a short time we have counted him as friend. We will be praying for Jodi and the Family. (Kingsley & Cathy Armstrong UK)
Gabriela Lopez-Rodriguez
May 10, 2012
The Bell family has been in my life since I was a newborn and it is still hard to accept that my pastor is no longer around.Pastor Bell's songs, which happen to be my favorite songs at church, will never be sung the same; they will always be missing his voice. Although this has been traumatic, I know good will rise from this. The Bell boys truly have God's strength with them and it shows every time they get up to speak. The amazing legacy we have seen in Destiny Church will continue as these wonderful young men rise up into their father's shoes and take over Destiny Church. I love the Bell family and wish them the best.
Jocelyn Weber
May 10, 2012
I pray for comfort and rest and healing for you and for the entire family as you walk through these difficult days. The loss is so incredibly immense. I have been praying for you constantly, Jodi. Heaven is certainly filled with even greater praise as a result of Dave's presence there. We love you and will continue to pray that God will strengthen your hearts, minds, and bodies as you step into each new day. Much love to you.
Myra Joseph
May 10, 2012
Dear Jodi and Bell family, grace grace grace during this season in your life. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Stephen Matta
May 10, 2012
We all will miss you David, and your memories will always remain in our hearts.
I was Juanita Sparks before my marriage.
Juanita Anderson
May 10, 2012
I am praying for the David Bell family. May God give each one of you strength as the days go by. I met David when I was in IBC from 1958-1961 and attended Revival Temple. I stayed, my family, in David's parents home. What a loss this will be. My love to the Bell and the Coote family and all friends.
Stacy Martin
May 10, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength to get throught these hard times. God is good!
Patti Richter
May 10, 2012
We respected and appreciated Dave Bell's ministry. We're praying for great comfort for you, Jodi and family. We're so sorry for your loss.
Janet Gunter
May 10, 2012
I knew David as a young boy through his parents, John & Ruth and his grandfather Leonard Coote. The Bell family has always held a special place in my heart and life. My prayers and thoughts are with you and the church through this difficult time.
Dale Harris
May 10, 2012
I was blessed to have known David and shared music with him in our "early" days. May God's grace be extended to the family during this time; now when we praise the Lord, we are joining David who is now praising Him before the throne!
Myles Miller
May 10, 2012
Leonard W. Coote--John and Ruth Bell--David Bell. What a legacy! Together they touched so many people. My prayers are with the surviving family members.
Dianna Cole, Wingo
May 10, 2012
I didn't know Dave, personally but I attended IBC and His Mother was one of my teachers. I am appart of his greater family (The family of God) and I cry with you, and I celebrate with you. and I pray for his family , his Chruch .
Caroline Patterson
May 10, 2012
There are so many things that could be said about this remarkable, spirit filled man of God. He has ment a great deal to our family, we loved him dearly and shall miss him. We thank you Lord for making him a part of our lives for a time and know that he is in your blessed worship team in Heaven. Bless his family Lord and keep them in your care.
Norma Romo Headley
May 10, 2012
Jodi and family we love, appreciate all your family have done for us the Romo's, we extend our deepest thoughts to you. David we love you and will keep memories of you in our hearts. Such a beautiful man of God and a beautiful family you left behind. Thank you for being there for us The Romo Family....Norma
Henry/Elsa Hyde
May 10, 2012
What a mighty man of God! Awesome praise and worship that came out of Dave Bell. What an inspiration! Always instrumental in elevating our praise & worship to the highest level. Psa.150
Darren Jensen
May 10, 2012
My prayers for the Bell family continue.
God bless you.
Yolanda Castaneda
May 10, 2012
My husband and I are currently enrolled in KBI and although we are not members, we have grown to love this church and share an admiration of the Bells'. Our thoughts, prayers and condolences are with those left behind but our praise and thanks join with the rejoicing in heaven for Mr. Bell who has finally made it home. Carlos and Yoli [San Antonio, TX]
Faith Bell
May 10, 2012
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Deborah Amezquita-Easter
May 10, 2012
David was a wonderful man of God and friend. I know he is in the presence of angels and face to face with the King of Kings. To the Bell family: please know that God's loving arms now embrace David in heaven and I am praying that those very same arms hold each of you close to comfort your broken heart.
SARA
May 10, 2012
Man of God so much faith so srong in difficult times a role model to all
willing to love the people no matter who they were.
Amazing husband and father
Iam so blessesd to have known this man and attended destiny church hearing him speak for the past 13 years was a blessing into my life.
he will forever be remembered his legacy goes on.
ALL GLORY TO GOD!
Michelle Witt
May 10, 2012
Pastor Dave was an awesome example of life, faith, integrity, worship and prayer. He constantly encouraged us to change our surroundings for the Kingdom of God. My heart is broken and I will miss him very much, but I know that he is now rejoicing in the arms of the Savior and Lord that he loved so much. We will miss you, Pastor Dave! FORWARD!
Minerva Bernal
May 10, 2012
To my Pastor,friend and brother in christ, your life was one of Vision, Worship, Praise and Prayer and you used it to take God's people to higher levels in the heavenly realm. Your mom said "you were a psalmist and a visionary". I thank the Lord Jesus for allowing me to serve your parents and your family for 22 yrs. Their inpartation on my life is so evident. I love you and will cherish all the wonderful memories, until we meet again. Love Eternal, Minerva
Ruth/Rosy Gonzales
May 10, 2012
He truely lived like David. A man after God's heart. He left a legacy, an amazing heritage.
Pastor Eliezer Bonilla
May 10, 2012
Isaiah 57
New Living Translation (NLT)
57 Good people pass away;
the godly often die before their time.
But no one seems to care or wonder why.
No one seems to understand
that God is protecting them from the evil to come.
2 For those who follow godly paths
will rest in peace when they die.
May God strengthen the Bell family and Destiny Church.
The Abundant Life Church of God
John & Nancy Frazer
May 10, 2012
Pastor Dave...thank you for your life transforming ministry and for your dedication to the Kingdom of God...our lives have been changed forever and we will continue FORWARD endeavoring to bring His Kingdom into the earth!
Jack Gunn
May 10, 2012
What a wonderful Man of God. Watching David grow and mature in the Lord for over forty years was indeed a blessing. His leadership in Prayer, Praise and Missions was superb.
Erick Matta
May 10, 2012
with heavy hearts, we were uplifted in praise and worship last night to the amazing music that G_d gave pastor Dave. the sanctuary was packed out like a Sunday morning & the Spirit was so very present! it was a privilege to call you my pastor & friend... I Love you brother Dave!
Barbara Burris Gunn
May 10, 2012
What a joy it has been to watch you grow from child to Pastor. You and Jodi have been an inspiration . Your anointing and your appointing as always been apparent , and you have successfully passed the torch of love,legacy,heritage and worship forward.
Don Bright
May 10, 2012
Pastor Dave, thank you for answering the call of God on your life. You have touched so many people lives and have been an example to me in so many ways. Your vision lives on through all who love you.
Adam Holguin
May 10, 2012
Pastor Dave thank you for being someone I can always look up to. My prayers and thoughts are with the entire bell family.
Brad Noyes
May 10, 2012
"I love you!" Pastor Dave spoke those words at almost every service. I felt his sincerity and his love each time. Brother, our friendship was short but I praise God for the time we had, for your vision of developing young people, for your heart for missions, and for your lifes calling to advance the Kingdom of God. You always spoke proudly of each of your sons and how they are being used by God to advance the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Know, my brother, that your legacy lives and continues through your family. Blessed be the name of the Lord.
frances ramos
May 10, 2012
David Bell, our pastor,friend,worship leader...we will 4ever b grateful 4 all the beautiful songs he left us & we will remember him always... & c him in heaven one day...god bless all the bells! Thank you 4 everything you do 4 the church family. 2gether we will go 4ward... god is good & faithful 2 us...2day I ate enchiladas in honor of pastor & I will laugh when I think of this & it will also comfort me!
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