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Charles E.
Bell

August 12, 1946 – November 27, 2018

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Charles (Charlie) Earl Bell “Sonny” was born August 12, 1946 in Summit, MS. He was the son of Thomas James “TJ” Bell and Frances Bell “Madea”.

He attended and graduated from Sadie V. Thompson High School in Natchez, MS. He later went to Paul Quinn College in Waco, TX for 2 ½ years, studying Health & Physical Education and English.

He was drafted into the United States Army in April 1968 and went through basic training for six months. He was then shipped out to the Vietnam War, where he fought for 11 months, 23 days in Company A 1st Battalion, 41st Infantry, 2d Armored Division.

From the war he earned the following medals and badges: National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal w/4 bronze stars, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Marksman (Rifle) Badge, and Sharpshooter (M60 MG) Badge.

After his service in the war, Charles was stationed in 1969 at Fort Hood in Killeen, TX where he completed his Army service in April 1970.

On August 24, 1968 after completing his basic training, he married his childhood friend, Winola Hawkins, before being shipped to Vietnam. To this union was added eight children (one deceased). Charles moved his family to Waco, TX after being stationed at Fort Hood, and here they still reside to this day.

Charles worked at the candy factory, M & M Mars for 25 years before he retired. While at M & M Mars he played on their softball team before forming a women’s softball team, where they won many trophies for their efforts.

Charles loved to hunt and fish with his brothers, sons and nephews. He also loved motorcycles and owned & rode a red Ducati until he became too ill to handle it. His greatest love: His grandchildren!!!

Charles was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas J and Frances Bell; his daughter, Angie Bell; his brothers Chester Bell, Albert Bell, and Gary Bell; his sister, Velma Reason.

Charles is survived by his wife, Winola; children: Casimiur (m. Barbara) Bell, Kisha Russell, Karin Bell, Kathy Bell, Charles (m. Nilda) Bell, Winita (m. Charles) Thomas, Mechelle (m. Henry) Johnson, and two adopted daughters: Carla Barron & Deidre Sanders; sisters: Thelma Wilson, Sandy Bell and Patricia Arbuthnot; brothers: LJ (m. Brenda) Bell, Willie (m. Theo) Bell, James (m. Charlestine) Bell, Arthur (m. Beatrice) Bell, Rickey Toney. His beloved grandchildren: Tiandra Bell, McElree Russell, Justin Russell, Dante Bell, Elijah Bell, Nailah Bell, Malaysia Bell, Casimiur Jacoby Bell, Jacorey Bell, Deanna Bell, Corey Bell, Henry Jay Johnson, Kylicia Johnson, Kellie Thomas, and Colton Thomas.

He also leaves to cherish his memory many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and enemies.

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Visitation

When Sunday, December 2nd, 2018 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Location
OakCrest Funeral Home
Address
4520 Bosque Boulevard
Waco, TX 76710
Location Information
Located directly across the street from the Heart of Texas Fair Grounds
Additional Information Viewing will be 12 noon - 5 p.m. Sunday at OakCrest Funeral Home

Service Information

When
Monday, December 3rd, 2018 12:00pm
Location
OakCrest Funeral Home
Address
4520 Bosque Boulevard
Waco, TX 76710
Location Information
Located directly across the street from the Heart of Texas Fair Grounds
Service Extra Info
12 pm Noon in the OakCrest Chapel

Interment Information

Location
WACO MEMORIAL PARK
Address
Robinson, TX 76706
Interment Extra Info
With Military Honors
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