Ronald E. Bell Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Ronald E. Bell of Amherst, Massachusetts, born in Traverse City, Michigan, who passed away on May 2, 2026, at the age of 87, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping Ronald's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Kenneth Jay and Mary Bell (MacDonald). He is survived by: his wife Elizabeth A. Bell (Beckman); his children, Jonathan Bell of Amherst and Christine Bell (Kurt Barbuscio) of South Kingstown; and his brother Thomas J. Bell (Mary) of Adrian, Michigan. He is also survived by nieces, nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Amherst Regional School District music program (contact the family for details), Pioneer Valley Symphony or Wesley United Methodist Church Faith in Action Fund Drive. Pioneer Valley Symphony: https://www.pvsoc.org, Wesley UMC Faith in Action Fund Drive: https://secure.myvanco.com.
