John David Bell

January 24, 1947 - September 13, 2025 (78 years old)

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John David Bell

January 24, 1947 - September 13, 2025 (78 years old)

Owosso, Michigan

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John David Bell Obituary

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Start: 2025-09-17T19:00:00
End: 2025-09-18T00:00:00
Location: Nelson-House Funeral Home

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of John David Bell of Owosso, Michigan, who passed away on September 13, 2025 at the age of 78. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James Bell and Octava Bell (Beaty). He is survived by: his wife Janette; his sons, Denny Payne (Stephanie), Ross Bell and Kevin Bell; his stepchildren, Danny Gallahar (Amy) and Autumn Fick (Jeremy); his grandchildren, Hannah, Kylie, Drew, Anna and Ethan; his siblings, Lewis Bell (Reta), Carolyn Rains (Michael) and Mark Bell (Reign); and his aunt Ruth Hollloway. He is also survived by family members and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Fallen and Wounded Soldiers Fund (http://www.fwfs.org), an organization close to David's heart.

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September 14, 2025

Patti Shultz wrote a sympathy message

“Janette My thought and prayers are with you and your family as you celebrate the life and love of David. May your heart be filled with the special memories of a lifetime and find comfort in the days ahead from your special family and friends”

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