Richard Bell

Early in the morning of Monday, April 1st, 2024, Richard “Dick” Paul Bell, 79, passed away. He is at peace now after fighting a long and hard battle with Parkinson’s. He was born to Walker and Adeline Bell on March 23rd, 1945 in Logansport, Indiana.

Dick was a devoted husband of 52 years to his wife, Carolyn Sue (James). He was a caring and giving father to his daughter, Angela Kay (Dotson) and son, Ryan Paul Bell. He was a proud “Pampoo” to 3 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.

Dick was a Vietnam War Veteran. He served his country with pride, earning several medals and awards during his enlistment in the Army. After his military service he went on to have successful careers in sales and management.

Throughout Dick’s life he enjoyed many hobbies. He was an avid golfer and spent much of his free time on the course. He enjoyed boating with family and friends. He loved to travel taking many vacations around the world.

Dick was proceeded in death by his mother, Adeline (McLochlin) Bell; his father, Walker Bell; and sister Linda Bell. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn; their two children, Angela (Chris) and Ryan; three grandchildren, Chelsea, Kyle (Caitlyn), Hailee (Joe); two great-grandchildren, Blaine and Carly; One sister, Gloria (Derrough), and two brothers, Bob Bell (Jolene), and Jim Bell (Bonnie).

A grave side service will be held at 1pm on Thursday, April 11th , at the National Cemetery in Beaufort, SC. Attendees will meet at Anderson Funeral Home at 12:15 pm for funeral procession to the cemetery. A celebration of life for Dick will immediately follow at 1602 Battery Creek Road, Beaufort, SC 29902.