John was born June 22, 1935 in Tullahoma, TN to Barney and Johnnie (Ferrell) Bell.
He was a graduate of Tullahoma High School, class of 1953. After graduation John served in the United States Air Force for 4 years. Following his service to our country, John's entire working career was with Coca Cola until retirement.
John married Myra Ann (Robertson) in Tullahoma, TN, who preceded him in death in 2013.
Surviving John are; daughter Diane Foster, Son Richard (Sarah) Bell, son Brent (Laura) Bell; Six grandchildren – Jessica (Keith) Malatesta, Brooke Foster, Zach Foster, Hannah Bell, Braden Bell, and Nora Bell; Two great grandchildren – Thomas and Sutton Malatesta.
John was preceded in death by daughter Joan Bell
A Graveside Service for John is scheduled for Friday, February 5th at 3:00pm at Woodlawn Memorial Park, 1901 Wade Hampton Blvd., Greenville, SC 29609.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in memory of John and Myra Bell.
Condolences can be made to John's family at www.mackeywoodlawn.com.
