Joseph E. Bell, 85, of Sun City, AZ passed away with his family by his side on November 3, 2019. Joe was born in Newton, New Jersey to Eston and Clair Bell. He attended Newton High School in New Jersey. During high School, Joe told his sweetheart, Josephine that he was going to marry her one day. Joe made good on his promise on December 26, 1953 when he wedded the love of his life.
Joe was employed by the Federal Government for 37 years, three of which were spent with USAFE, Ramstein AB, Germany. His final assignment was with Luke Air Force Base.
After retirement, Joe and Josephine moved to Sun City but sitting and doing nothing did not sit well with Joe. He applied at Sunland Mortuary in 2003 and for the next 12 years, Joe assisted the Funeral Directors.
He was a member of St. Clement of Rome Catholic Church. Joe was an avid reader and always loved to learn new things. He enjoyed fishing and loved to travel. Joe and Josephine saw many countries including Canada, Austria, France, Spain, England, Lichtenstein and Switzerland to name a few. Joe was an excellent cook and was always ready to make a meal for his family and friends.
Joe is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Josephine Clark Bell; his children, Dr. Michael Bell and his wife, Ann, Christopher Bell and Jaqueline Richman and his grandchildren, Lisa Richman, Rebecca Richman, Rachel Richman, Caitlin Bell, Daniel Bell and Jared Bell. Joe will be missed by all that knew him.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at 10:00am at Sunland Mortuary, 15826 Del Webb Blvd., Sun City, AZ.
