Absent from the body, present with the Lord at the age of 89, Thursday, September 10, 2020. He leaves his beloved wife of 63 years, Carol Ann (Brammell) Bell, his daughter, Brenda Alizadeh (Ed), son, Brian Bell (Kim), and daughter, Beth Sawyer (Rob) along with seven grandchildren, Nicole Alizadeh, Rachel Alizadeh, Bennett Bell, Bryce Bell (Brittany), Blase Bell, Katlyn Sawyer, and Jackson Sawyer. Dear brother-in-law, uncle, great uncle and friend.
He attended his cherished Indiana University and graduated with a BS degree in Business in 1954. In 1954, he was drafted to serve in the Korean War. He moved his family from Muncie, IN where he grew up in 1967 to Crestwood, MO where they have continued to reside. His career with Crane National Vendors continued for 40 years. He served and worshipped at Southminster Presbyterian Church for over five decades. Bob loved his wife and family deeply and always enjoyed when they could all be together. He was extremely proud of each of his grandchildren and cheered them on from many sidelines through life! He will be deeply missed by all of us!
Services: Visitation at Southminster Presbyterian Church, 10126 East Watson Road, Crestwood, MO 63126 on Monday, September 14, 10 a.m. until time of service at 12 p.m. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery will be done privately at a later date. In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation in Bob’s name to Southminster Presbyterian Church or the American Heart Association. KUTIS AFFTON SERVICE
Dear Bob, AKA Uncle Ogre, you brought light and joy to our lives for many years. You will continue to be in our hearts forever.
Love, Diane Brammell Muchow
Dear Bob, AKA Uncle Ogre, you brought light and joy to our lives for many years. You will continue to be in our hearts forever.
Love, Diane Brammell Muchow
Beth, We are so sorry for your loss. Losing your dad is a hard thing. We are holding everyone in our hearts and praying for peace and comfort.
Beth, We are so sorry for your loss. Losing your dad is a hard thing. We are holding everyone in our hearts and praying for peace and comfort.
Sympathy and regrets from Paulio and Stephanie.
Sympathy and regrets from Paulio and Stephanie.
Praying for you & your family, Brian. Much love & care from your family of faith at Jubilee Church.
Praying for you & your family, Brian. Much love & care from your family of faith at Jubilee Church.
So sorry from the Miller bell family
So sorry from the Miller bell family
Many good memories will never be lost. I met Bob in 1950 as a member of DU. and we have remained friends ever since. Carol, both Joanna and I pray for you and your family. May Bob rest in peace.
Many good memories will never be lost. I met Bob in 1950 as a member of DU. and we have remained friends ever since. Carol, both Joanna and I pray for you and your family. May Bob rest in peace.
Dear Carol, Brian, Brenda, and Bethany,
We are so sorry about Bob’s passing. He was such a fun person to be around. You knew that when Bob Bell was in the room that a good time would be had. Love you all.
Dick and Sharon Wyrick
Dear Carol, Brian, Brenda, and Bethany,
We are so sorry about Bob’s passing. He was such a fun person to be around. You knew that when Bob Bell was in the room that a good time would be had. Love you all.
Dick and Sharon Wyrick
Our hearts are with you Brian, Kim, Bennett, Bryce, and Blase. He left an incredible legacy and must have felt so blessed to have an amazing family in you. May you feel the peace and comfort knowing his was a life well lived. The reunion one day will be special.
Our hearts are with you Brian, Kim, Bennett, Bryce, and Blase. He left an incredible legacy and must have felt so blessed to have an amazing family in you. May you feel the peace and comfort knowing his was a life well lived. The reunion one day will be special.
Carol, Brenda, Brian, & Beth :
I had the opportunity to work with Bob (B Bell) at Crane for many years.
He was a humble and well liked man.
He will missed.
God bless you and your families during these difficult days, as he is granted peace, and throughout the future.
Carol, Brenda, Brian, & Beth :
I had the opportunity to work with Bob (B Bell) at Crane for many years.
He was a humble and well liked man.
He will missed.
God bless you and your families during these difficult days, as he is granted peace, and throughout the future.
I worked with Bob Bell for many years and have many fond memories of times with him at many NAMA trade shows over the years. A very kind man and dear friend. My prayers to the family!
I worked with Bob Bell for many years and have many fond memories of times with him at many NAMA trade shows over the years. A very kind man and dear friend. My prayers to the family!
Carol & Family,
I’m saddened to have learned of Bob’s passing. I have countless memories of the many hours we shared during our time together at National Vendors. Bbell will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Although I never met his children I feel like I knew each of them through the many stories he shared.
Carol & Family,
I’m saddened to have learned of Bob’s passing. I have countless memories of the many hours we shared during our time together at National Vendors. Bbell will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Although I never met his children I feel like I knew each of them through the many stories he shared.
Working for and with Bob for many years at Crane was always a pleasure. Best boss ever and a friend indeed. My condolences and blessings to his family.
Working for and with Bob for many years at Crane was always a pleasure. Best boss ever and a friend indeed. My condolences and blessings to his family.
Had the pleasure to work with Bob at National Vendors for 8 years and always admired his leadership and enthusiasm for the products and the industry.
He treated the Field Staff like family and friends to move the goals ahead.
Rest In Peace B Bell and condolences to the family he was very proud of.
Had the pleasure to work with Bob at National Vendors for 8 years and always admired his leadership and enthusiasm for the products and the industry.
He treated the Field Staff like family and friends to move the goals ahead.
Rest In Peace B Bell and condolences to the family he was very proud of.
Sorry to see BBe go I haven’t been around the shows or Stlouis for some time will pray for him a the family
Sorry to see BBe go I haven’t been around the shows or Stlouis for some time will pray for him a the family
Dear Carol. So sorry to read of Bob’s passing. I was trying to find a current address for you and found his obituary. Please let me know where you are. I do know what you are going through. Lynn died 12 years ago yesterday.
Dear Carol. So sorry to read of Bob’s passing. I was trying to find a current address for you and found his obituary. Please let me know where you are. I do know what you are going through. Lynn died 12 years ago yesterday.