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for Richard Bell
Melissa Crim
June 11, 2021
I have known Bryan for almost half my life. He played the role of support, provider, father-figure, grandfather, example, giver, challenger, educator, instructor, subtle entertainer, and physician. It was an honor to walk along and to observe his growth journey as an evolving person and to see him open and soften. I was able to spend time at his home, on vacation, and in so many settings where his personality shone. He will be missed by many, including Alec who shares his name, loved him dearly, and learned to care for others by the example of Breanna and by holding his hand to walk with him and support him. Bryan will be deeply missed.
Paul Turpin
June 10, 2021
Paul and I send our love to Bryan's family. We have such wonderful and fun memories. Marylou and Paul Turpin
Autumn Boyd
June 5, 2021
The world lost an amazing man the day Dr. Bell took his last breath. Dr. Bell was always a breath of fresh air. I loved watching both of his ears go up when he opened his mouth to take his medication. It reminded me of Alfalfa on the Little Rascals. Dr. Bell had the best manners especially toward the staff at The Rutherford. He would thank you for every single thing you did for him. If he didn't want to eat you could guarantee to get him excited about some chocolate or pizza. My most favorite quirky thing about Dr Bell were his funky tall socks. I love crazy printed socks also and have a large collection and I looked forward to seeing what his socks would have on them while on my shifts. Dr Bell and Dee had a beautiful marriage and deep friendship. She came to the facility regularly to eat dinner with him some days or just to sit and hold his hand while watching TV. It's those small memories that mean the most. There are residents who you fall in love with and call your own and Dr Bell was one of mine. I also love Dee and think she is amazingly strong and dedicated. Thank you for sitting beside Dr Bell diligently those last days. He knew you were there and knew you were going to make it through. Love you Dee and family.
Vicki & Dunk Eastham
June 2, 2021
Dee, Our hearts break for the loss of Bryan.
You two were a true love story.
May you, his children and sister find peace and comfort.
Mark Farrar
June 2, 2021
Dee and family. So sorry for your loss. Dr. Bell was always glad to stop and ask about how my mother was doing when I asked how he was. He had that smile that was infectious. May you remember that to be absent from you means that Bryan is in the presence of the Lord!
Trudy Hester
May 31, 2021
Bryan was a classmate, friend & a leader in our years at CHS. It was so nice to see him, especially at our last reunion, where we got to visit for a few minutes. Dee, our love & prayers are with you.
Birdie Ann Donnell
May 30, 2021
classmate, Murfreesboro Central High School
Joe dickens
May 30, 2021
Goodbye,Bryan,remember those school days.
Pauline Powel Moore
May 30, 2021
Bryan Bell will always be remembered in our Class of '56 as a friend to all; and a leader
in anything he strived to achieve! He had 'vision of what he wanted to do' was always my
impression of Bryan. His "footprints" on this earth will continue to inspire and bless all
who knew him!
Love and Admiration of Bryan~
Pauline Powel Moore
Sonia Sain
May 29, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with Dee and all the family. He will be missed by many. May God bring comfort to all of you.
Paul Petrilli
May 29, 2021
I provided nearly 1000 anesthetic for Bryan during his practice years. He was a great surgeon as well as a great friend.
Sherry Arrington
May 29, 2021
Dr. Bell was such an amazing, kind, loving man. He was a great boss and was adored by many!! A patriot who served his country courageously.
Prayers for Dee his wife and all the family. Bryan will be missed by all that knew him.
Steve Couch
May 28, 2021
Richard and Breanna, and all of Dr Bell's family. Please accept my most sincere condolences on the loss of your wonderful father. I will always remember him as a kind and generous man who was a great influence on me, as a friend of Richard, when we were kids in Riverview Park. I pray for peace and healing for the family with time. Rest in Peace Dr. Bell.
Gwyn & Malcom Ray
May 27, 2021
We are so saddened to learn of Bryan’s passing. Praying for all of you.
Michael Waid
May 27, 2021
My condolences to the family.
Lisa Carpenter
May 27, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sondra Wilcox
May 26, 2021
He was the greatest..(with apologies to Mohammed Ali)...I had a couple of surgeries performed by Dr. Bell and he was kind, professional and so competent.
Ed/Marsha Porterfield
May 26, 2021
Well done good friend.
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