With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Richard Jackson Bell III of Boonville, Missouri, born in Des Moines, Iowa, who passed away on April 10, 2024 at the age of 84. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Jackson Bell III to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Richard Bell and Etha Bell Jr.; his wife Dorothy Bell (Burke); and his sisters, Judy and Janice.

He is survived by : his children, Richard "Rick" Bell IV (Melita) of Cuba, Missouri, Julie Ruble (Ken) of Springfield and Georgia Norman (Gary) of Rogersville; his grandchildren, Brandon, Richard, Garrett Bell, Robbie, Shane Franklin, Colten Norman, Cassidy, Carlie and Ely Stover; and his great grandchild Jadyn Bell.

Visitation was held on Saturday, April 20th 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Nelson Memorial United Methodist Church (407 E Spring St, Boonville, MO 65233). A memorial service was held on Saturday, April 20th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Nelson Memorial United Methodists Church.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Howard Funeral Home