William C. Bell Sr.

Bell. He was the 6 of 8 children. Later the family moved to El Paso Texas. He was very active

in his younger years. Got is driving license at age 13. Sometimes went to work with his father

to help him out. Drove his mother to the store and wherever else she wanted to go. Attended

Douglas High School where he first met Margaret (wife) in grade school when he blooded

her nose. Another time she told him "If you were the last man on earth, I wouldn't marry

you." December 9, 2021 was their 65th Wedding Anniversary. In high school he was a Star in

football, basketball and track. Because the schools were integrated in 1955 he spent most of

his 12 grade at Jefferson high. Took graduation picture, but didn't graduate. Join the USMC in

December 1955. He made Pfc ( Private first class) and Bootcamp. Served in the Vietnam War.

Earned 3 Purple Hearts and received many certificates of good conduct and services. Received

his high school diploma while in service. His family sometimes traveled with him to different

stations. North Carolina, South Carolina, Hawaii and San Diego. Without family in Yuma. He

Retired as GySgt. Spent another time 20 year's as Diesel Mechanic. He attended city college for

this training. He enjoyed going to Salem Baptist Church where is brother ( Rev. Columbus Bell) preached.

Preceding in death' Father and Mother, 5 brothers' Eldridge, Will Oscar, Columbus, Eddie and

Leroy. He leaves to cherish his memories, his loving and devoted wife Margaret, 2 daughters

Linda and Shirley and her husband Bob and a son Everett and a brother Robert and a sister Marie

and a host of family members. 11 grandchildren and 22 great grands. Not only was William a

tough and honorable marine, he was a loving devoted husband, father and a very good provider

for his family.