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John Edward Bell

1947 - 2020

John Edward Bell obituary, 1947-2020, North Augusta, SC

BORN

1947

DIED

2020

FUNERAL HOME

Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home

126 Fairfield Street S.E.

Aiken, South Carolina

John Bell Obituary

John Edward Bell, a native of Barnwell, South Carolina departed this life on Thursday, December 17, 2020 at University Hospital in Augusta, Georgia. He was a resident of North Augusta, SC. John was born September 9, 1947 to the late Fred Brinkley Bell and Ida Long Bell. His siblings included two sisters and two brothers: Mary, Gene, David and Monique. Monique preceded him in death. After her death, he became the guardian of her son, Maurice Simmons Jr. He was blessed to have a faithful and caring friend, Doris Lewis, for 58 years. John was a member of Union Branch Baptist Church in Williston, SC and attended Sunday School as a child at Indian Grove Baptist Church. He grew up in the Petticoat Junction Community. He attended Spider Web and Sleepy Hollow Elementary Schools. John was a 1965 graduate of Jefferson High School in Bath, SC. He is a 1969 graduate of Voorhees College and earned his Master's Degree in Education from South Carolina State University in 1976. John made a great contribution to Aiken County Public Schools as a teacher at North Augusta Junior High School, an Assistant Principal at Paul Knox Junior High School and an Assistant Principal at North Augusta High School. After 31 years of service John ended his career in education as the Interim Principal at North Augusta Senior High School. He was a lifetime member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. (Sigma Pi Chapter in Aiken, SC).John is survived by his devoted friend, Doris Lewis, Aiken, SC; nephew Maurice Simmons Jr., North Augusta, SC; loving siblings, Mary Ann (Fred) Stephens, Greenville, SC; Gene Arthur (Audrey) Bell, Aiken, SC and David Franklin (Jean) Bell, Conyers, GA.; 6 nephews and nieces: Tremayne R. (Andrea) Stephens, Gastonia, NC; Travis R. (Latoya) Stephens, Marietta, GA; Dana J. Bell-Blair, Aiken, SC; Brandon S. (Carley) Bell, Conway, SC and SharDavia (Paul) Walker, Atlanta, GA.; 12 great nieces and nephews, Christopher N. Bell, Jania R. and Carter M. Bell-Blair; Ashlynn M. Stephens; Kinley B., Brinkley O. and Greyson J. Stephens; MaKayla D. Potter-Bell, DeVaughn, Elijah and Orion Bell; and Noah Walker. One god-brother, Paul Henry (Carolyn) Bell preceded him in death. He is survived by two god-sisters, Olivia Phinizy (Erwin) Williams, Blythewood, SC and Jennifer Roberson, Aiken, SC. Many relatives and friends have blessed his life.
Viewing will be held on Monday, December 21, 2020 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home, 126 Fairfield Street NE, Aiken, SC 29803. Graveside funeral services will be held on Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Indian Grove Baptist Church, 3057 Silver Bluff Road, Aiken, SC 29803. Friends may call Mary (864-385-4973); Gene (803-507-3642); David (703-298-1518); Doris (803-645-7333) or Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home (803-649-6123). Due to COVID-19 restrictions, wearing of masks and social distancing will be observed.
Funeral services will be lived-stream at https://m.facebook.com/JacksonBrooks1912

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Published by Aiken Standard and North Augusta Star from Dec. 19 to Dec. 21, 2020.

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Natalie Himsey

December 26, 2020

Dear Gene and family. Danny and I send our condolences on the passing of your brother. We are praying God will comfort you during the time. In Christ Love, Danny and Natalie

Peggy (Jones) Norris-Davis

December 22, 2020

To the family friends and classmates of John. I know we all have fond memories of him. I have my high school memories of him and I know he’ll be missed by all. Rest In Peace my friend as we all remember the good times we shared with you.

Peggy (Jones) Norris-Davis

December 22, 2020

To the family friends and classmates of John. I know we all have fond memories of him. I have my high school memories of him and I know he’ll be missed by all. Rest In Peace my friend as we all remember the good times we shared with you.

Peggy (Jones) Norris-Davis

December 22, 2020

To the family friends and classmates of John. I know we all have fond memories of him. I have my high school memories of him and I know he’ll be missed by all. Rest In Peace my friend as we all remember the good times we shared with you.

Mary Stallings Clarke

December 22, 2020

My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Bell

To DORIS From Alice,Bonnie,Betty

December 21, 2020

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Eartha J, Corbitt

December 21, 2020

My deepest sympathy in the demise of our dear John. Blessing to the family.
Sorrowfully,
Eartha Jackson Corbitt

Frank Edward Long, Sr.

December 21, 2020

A First Cousin, born same year, same middle name, an easy conversation about our families and transit through life, a first stop off oasis from arrival from Baltimore, a generous host and a hopeful spirit.

Selby and I will never forget John Edward Bell.
May God bless the Bell and Lewis families always.

Charlotte charthern

December 20, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

MR.& MRS. CHARLES G TURNER, SR & FAMILY

December 20, 2020

It’s God’s Will And We Must Comply

By: Charles G. Turner, Sr.

Life is uncertain,

But as sure as we are born one day we must die

Sometimes we sit and wonder why

The fact is it’s God’s will and we must comply.



Throughout our lives we live through happiness and sadness

And many toils and strife

And when our earthly life is over we enter into our “eternal life”



Whenever a loved one or friend makes their earthly depart

It is natural for it to bring hurt and sorrow to our heart

And to deal with our loss we grieve, mourn, and cry

In all essence we must remember this is God’s will

And we all must comply



For those of us that are left behind

We must cherish the special memories

And keep them all in mind

Just remember it is not for

us to question why we have to die

It’s God’s will and we all have to comply

May God Bless and comfort all of you

Phil Robinson

December 20, 2020

Rest In Peace my friend

Minnie Chavous & Charles Thompson

December 20, 2020

The Bell family & Doris Lewis,
You have our deepest sympathy. May God strengthen your during These time of sorrow.

Sharon Oatman-Ashley

December 20, 2020

Sending my condolences to the Bell family. So sorry for your loss,Mr.Bell
Rest in peace.

Shirley Roundtree Perry

December 20, 2020

My condolences and prayers to the Bell family. I remember my Jefferson High School '69 classmate as a wonderful person and a fine gentleman. Rest in peace sir.

Donna S. Perry

December 19, 2020

Mr. Bell,

You Were A Class Act.

Your Compassion, Your Kindness; And, Your Leadership Was Unprecedented.

The 1988 Graduating Class Of North Augusta Senior High School, Appreciated You; And, We Will Miss You.

Tyrone & Bernice L. DeLoach

December 19, 2020

Condolences and Prayers to the Bell Family on the transition of our dearly beloved Cousin John E. Bell. Whereas, God in His infinite wisdom and divine love, has called from our circle of faithful first Cousins. Our chain has been broken and we are sadden, yet we know that we will see him again.
John was quiet, humble and short in statue, yet he stood very tall and well respected as an educator within the Aiken County Public School District, where his career afforded him to serve as the firm, strict and caring Assistant Principal of North Augusta High School. Oftentimes, when we´d meet or have a conversation with a Savannah River Site employee that grew up and attended North Augusta High, we asked if they knew Mr. Bell. Several would reply,
"Yes, I visited his office on several occasions when I got into mischief and he didn´t play around!" Other responses would be "If it wasn´t for Mr. Bell, there´s no telling where I would have ended up." Or, "I´m thankful that Mr. Bell was tough to be so short in statue or I could have been in the slammer."

We´re definitely going to miss John from attending our annual Jones Family Reunions, Family Christmas Dinners and from our Voorhees College Reunions and definitely from Church. We´re so very proud that he along with his 1969 Classmates of Voorhees College were honored as the first Golden 50th Class Reunion in November 2019. They were privileged to wear Gold cap and gown, as they marched in the 2019 graduation ceremonies, where my husband, Tyrone received his Bachelors of Science degree in Organizational Management. This was such a great time of celebration for our Family.

John has earned his wings to be with His Heavenly Father and with his parents, Fred & Ida Bell, his sister, Monique and all Family members that awaited his arrival. We loved him but God loved him best. Sleep in Peace Dear Cousin, we´ll see you later.

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Viewing

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home

126 Fairfield Street S.E., Aiken, SC 29801

Dec

21

Viewing

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home

126 Fairfield Street S.E., Aiken, SC 29801

Dec

22

Graveside service

11:00 a.m.

Indian Grove Baptist Church

SC 29801

Dec

22

Graveside service

11:00 a.m.

Indian Grove Baptist Church

3057 Silver Bluff Road, Aiken, SC 29801

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