James "Shorty Bell" Bell's obituary , Passed away on June 15, 2026 in Tyler, Texas

James "Shorty Bell" Bell

October 12, 1946 - June 15, 2026 (79 years old)

Tyler, Texas

James "Shorty Bell" Bell's obituary , Passed away on June 15, 2026 in Tyler, Texas

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John R. Harmon Undertaking Company

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James "Shorty Bell" Bell

October 12, 1946 - June 15, 2026 (79 years old)

Tyler, Texas

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James Bell, born on October 12, 1946, passed away on June 15, 2026. James leaves behind family members and others who acknowledge this loss. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Bell to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, George Bell and Laura Mae Arps. He is survived by: his spouse Jocelyn Bell of Tyler; his children, Schuyler Bell of Carrollton, James Young of Tyler, Kendrick Bell of Desoto and Marcus Bell of Winona; and his siblings, Joann Hampton (Larry), Evelyn Roberts of Winona, Diane Mack of Virginia, Charlie Arps (Lynell) of Dallas, Donial Arps (Drunita) of Winona, Mike Arps (Tina) of Winona, Jerrie Arps of Winona, Stephant Arps (Trena) of Tyler and Willie Arps of Winona. He is also survived by great grand children, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
John R. Harmon Undertaking Company



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