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Charles Wesley Bell, Sr.
November 2, 1942 ~ October 2, 2017 (age 74) 74 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Russ Perry
October 17, 2017 6:16 PM
Charles was a great teacher and person. He had an impact on many young people as a teacher and coach. It was my privilege to have him on my staff at the Air Base School and to know him. He was a Marine and so was I.
Message from Pat Conlon
October 14, 2017 9:13 AM
I coached cross country at Smyrna and had the pleasure of competing with Charlie's teams. We always went head to head! But always remained friends. My sympathy to his family. RIP Charlie 🎽🏆
Message from Lori Keary-Reed
October 13, 2017 5:32 PM
Africia, I am so sorry for your family's loss. I ran into your dad a few years ago at Killen's Pond during a cross country meet. His smile and love for the sport was so touching. The admiration that the coaches from the area have for him is still evident today. Prayers to you and your family.
A candle was lit by Danielle Rose
on October 13, 2017 12:04 AM
My condolences to the Bell family.Prayers for peace in this time of hurting. I will forever have fond memories of DAFB science class. Mr. Bell taught all of us 4 Rose kids and never forgot our first90 names. RIP Mr Bell. We love you. 💗
My condolences to the Bell family.Prayers for peace in this time of hurting. I will forever have fond memories of DAFB science class. Mr. Bell taught all of us 4 Rose kids and never forgot our first90 names. RIP Mr Bell. We love you. 💗
Message from Jean Wylie
October 12, 2017 8:16 PM
To the Bell Family, you have my condolences and sympathy. I will remember "Bell" as we called him, for the conversations and love of Track and Field my husband Sam and he had. They could talk track for hours. He was a good coach and teacher. So sorry for your loss.
A candle was lit by Our prayers and thoughts to the Family. Bro. Michael Myers,
on October 12, 2017 7:22 PM
Message from Shaun Dolbow
October 12, 2017 11:51 AM
My condolences goes out to the Bell family. I was on his CR Cross Country team from 1999-2002. He and his wife were two of the most influential people from my childhood, with his wife being my Cross Country coach and health teacher in junior high. My thoughts and prayers goes out to this wonderful family. May he rest in peace.
A candle was lit by I will miss you buddy. Claude (Beetle) Bailey
on October 12, 2017 10:26 AM
A candle was lit by I will miss you buddy.
on October 12, 2017 10:22 AM
A SPATHIPHYLLUM was sent on October 12, 2017
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories forever hold in your heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family during this difficult time. Claude (Beetle) and Janie Bailey
A candle was lit by Carolyn and Herschel
on October 11, 2017 9:43 PM
Message from Dorphine Abrams-Rojas
October 11, 2017 8:54 AM
Bell Family,
Coach Bell, to many, was not only a Coach, Mentor, Instructor but also a Fine Example. To have impressed on young men and women to Strive to be at their Best not just in running to win the race at the track meet but in life as well. To help one develop and excel from youth to adulthood makes a difference. Missed yet not forgotten for all the leadership brought and taught over the years. In Celebration of Life we send our thoughts and thanks.
Dorphine Abrams-Rojas and Family
Coach Bell, to many, was not only a Coach, Mentor, Instructor but also a Fine Example. To have impressed on young men and women to Strive to be at their Best not just in running to win the race at the track meet but in life as well. To help one develop and excel from youth to adulthood makes a difference. Missed yet not forgotten for all the leadership brought and taught over the years. In Celebration of Life we send our thoughts and thanks.
Dorphine Abrams-Rojas and Family
Message from Teresa
October 11, 2017 8:14 AM
To the family and friends of Mr. Charles Bell, as I read the condolences I became so impressed with Mr. Bell it is good to know the benefit of one mans’ patience. It is a quality that their is not enough of today when it is so needed. He revealed his love for people along with his humility and mildness. Eph.4:2
To family and friends you have my sincere condolences
To family and friends you have my sincere condolences
Message from Waynne H. Paskins & Family
October 10, 2017 10:24 PM
The William C. Jason Comprehensive High School
Class of 1961 sends loving condolences to Jackie & Family. We have such fond memories of Charles in our wonderful class!
Class of 1961 sends loving condolences to Jackie & Family. We have such fond memories of Charles in our wonderful class!
Message from Vonda Fuller
October 10, 2017 2:35 PM
I was a student at Dover Air Base High School. I am from the class of 1979. I never had Mr. Bell as a teacher but our school was so small and everyone knew everyone. I do remember that he was very nice all the time. My thought and prayers are with his family.
Vonda Fuller
Vonda Fuller
A candle was lit by Vonda Fuller
on October 10, 2017 2:30 PM
Message from Jim Kaden
October 10, 2017 2:15 PM
A great man and terrific track coach. I had the pleasure of having Coach Bell as my indoor track coach at CR; he taught me more than just running track and was always there for the team and kids. God Bless
A candle was lit by Dr.Fern (Sammons) Bliss-Morgan
on October 9, 2017 8:37 PM
Message from Rich Dixon
October 9, 2017 2:09 AM
Condolences -- Coach Bell will be missed! ... I had the pleasure of running for Coach Bell from 1984 - 1988 ... without his teachings and training, I would not be where I am today ...
RIP Coach
RIP Coach
A MOUNTAIN MEADOW PEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was sent by Matthew Stump on October 8, 2017
Message from Calvin McDonald
October 8, 2017 4:52 PM
My condolence goes out to the Bell Family. I remember Mr. Bell back when I was running Junior High Track for his wife Mrs. Bell. Our prayers go out to the entire family in this time of sadness. I'm asking God to come and wipe the tears from your eyes and fix your broken hearts that you may remember the good times with Mr. Bell. Look to the hills which cometh my help for my help cometh from the Lord. God Bless the Bell Family
A candle was lit by Francis and Gloria Tribbett and family.
on October 8, 2017 4:35 PM
Message from Lisa Bailey
October 8, 2017 12:16 PM
I'm so very sorry to hear of Mr. Bell's passing. I was a student at DAFB until tenth grade (1997) and Mr. Bell was my science teacher for several years. I just wanted you to know how much of an impression he made on me, and hundreds of other students too, I'm sure.
I was never very good at science, but I still enjoyed his classes and lot, and never felt any pressure from him. He knew I was trying, and never made me feel bad when I couldn't grasp the most simple of scientific concepts. He was always very nice and understanding, and very patient too. I guess he appreciated the effort and knew I'd never be a scientist, because he caught me more than once drawing in class.
I just really hope Mr. Bell knew how loved he was by all of his students, and want you to know too. We all loved him. About 20 years ago or so, my big brother and I went into the school over a weekend (I forget how we managed it), and we wandered around and talked about DAFB. I remember I wrote a note to Mr. Bell letting him know how much I thought of him as a teacher, and I think said something like, "thanks for never getting mad at me for not being good at science, but I became a working graphic artist, so maybe it all worked out". We found a custodian, who opened up Mr. Bell's room so I could put the note on his desk. I hope it didn't get lost or thrown out before he could see it. I just wanted hm to know how much I liked that he was my teacher.
I wanted to express my sincere condolences on your loss. He was a great teacher, and a very, very nice man.
Respectfully,
Lisa Bailey
I was never very good at science, but I still enjoyed his classes and lot, and never felt any pressure from him. He knew I was trying, and never made me feel bad when I couldn't grasp the most simple of scientific concepts. He was always very nice and understanding, and very patient too. I guess he appreciated the effort and knew I'd never be a scientist, because he caught me more than once drawing in class.
I just really hope Mr. Bell knew how loved he was by all of his students, and want you to know too. We all loved him. About 20 years ago or so, my big brother and I went into the school over a weekend (I forget how we managed it), and we wandered around and talked about DAFB. I remember I wrote a note to Mr. Bell letting him know how much I thought of him as a teacher, and I think said something like, "thanks for never getting mad at me for not being good at science, but I became a working graphic artist, so maybe it all worked out". We found a custodian, who opened up Mr. Bell's room so I could put the note on his desk. I hope it didn't get lost or thrown out before he could see it. I just wanted hm to know how much I liked that he was my teacher.
I wanted to express my sincere condolences on your loss. He was a great teacher, and a very, very nice man.
Respectfully,
Lisa Bailey
Message from Judy Manlove
October 8, 2017 8:46 AM
So sorry for your loss.
Message from Jody (Widener) Sherman
October 7, 2017 10:48 PM
RIP Mr. Bell💞 Thoughts & prayers with your family🙏🏻 Mr. Bell was my science teacher in middle school and my cross country coach in high school, he was a great teacher and coach!
A candle was lit by Jody (Widener) Sherman
on October 7, 2017 10:43 PM
Message from Michael Beish
October 7, 2017 8:25 PM
My condolences to the family. I had the honor to be one of Mr. Bell’s cross country student back in 1988/1989 for Caesar Rodney High. He was one of the most influential man from my childhood. His wife was my track coach from the Junior High. My thoughts and prayers to the family. Love always!!
Message from David Milhoan
October 7, 2017 7:46 PM
My condolences to the family,I had the privilege of being taught Science from such a great teacher at Dover Air we were so blessed to have such good teachers and he was one of the best,I was so blessed to have him as a teacher and coach
Message from The Swierzbinski Family
October 7, 2017 12:59 PM
Mr. Bell coached Matthew, Anthony, Jeff and Natalie at CR. A wonderful coach and fine man. RIP Coach Bell
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