William Bell Menzies, of Lake Jackson, was born, Friday, December 4, 1925 in Detroit, Michigan to William Alan and Helen Bell Morris Menzies and died Saturday, June 9, 2012 in Lake Jackson, Texas at the age of 86 years, 6 months and 5 days. Mr. Menzies was a decorated veteran of the United States Army and retired after 24 years of service. He was employed by BASF for many years working as an operator. He is preceded in death by his parents and a son, Ralph Menzies. He is survived by his son, Donald A. Menzies of Lake Jackson; daughters, Monica Ward of Jacksonville, Texas, Deloris Bieberdorf of Nevada; brothers, Michael Menzies, Ron Menzies and several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held at Restwood Funeral Home and Memorial Park at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday June 12, 2012.