Blanton Curtis Bell
December 29, 1921 ~ January 2, 2019
ROCKY MOUNT - Blanton Curtis Bell, age 97, passed away on Wednesday, January 2, 2019. Born in Franklin County, NC on December 29, 1921, he was the son of the late Joseph Hillard Bell and Lena Mary Denton Bell. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Lillian Murray Bell; brothers, Sidney, Homer, Preston, and Ted; and sisters, Pearline, Peggy, Mazine, and Rachel.
Blanton was called into the ministry with 55 years of beloved service as a Pastor with the Church of God of Prophecy. He retired with Ford Dealerships after 40 years of service. Blanton was a member of The Church of God. He was a devoted husband, loving father, caring grandfather and great-grandfather, loyal brother, and friend to many. Blanton's life was filled with happiness, love, and a strong spiritual devotion to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Blanton leaves behind to cherish his memory, children, Jerry Bell and wife, Lynn, of Charleston, SC, Greta Cunningham of Rocky Mount, and Michael Bell and wife, Elaine, of Chocowinity. He is also survived by seven grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and brother, Charlie Bell, of Morrisville.
A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, January 5, 2019 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Rev. Ron E. Brisson officiating. Burial will follow the service at Rocky Mount Memorial Park. Visitation with the family will be from 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM prior to the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
Visitation
Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Saturday 1/5, 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm
Visitation with the family will be from 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM prior to the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
Service
Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home
1130 N. Winstead Avenue
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Saturday 1/5, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, January 5, 2019 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services.
Cemetery
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Saturday 1/5, 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Burial will follow the service at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
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Sorry to hear of your daddy passing. He was a great man and so was your mother. Love to you all. JERRY CURTIS
Greta, we will be praying for you and family during this time. May God bring His comfort and love to surround you daily and to know that Bro Bell is in His arms. God Bless and Love you!
A dear, dear man of God who loved with the heart of God. I remember his jokes, his laugh, the strum of his guitar, his love of Lillian, his love of God, his devotion to sharing the gospel. And…he was an awesome mechanic and a pretty good cook also! There will not be another Bro. Bell. Fond memories. God bless his wonderful family. He has made it home!! Happy Dance!
To The Family Please except my sincere condolences for the loss of your dear loved one. Death is something that we regret. However, reading Gods word that Bible can bring you and the family great comfort. At 2 Cor 13,4 the Father tender mercies and the God of all comfort. verse 4 who comforts us in all our trials Continue to cherish those fond memories of your dear loved one while reading these scriptures. Deepest Sympathy,
Sincere Condolences To Blanton Curtis Bell Family, I’m so sorry for the passing of your dear love one. May you find comfort in knowing that God is there to comfort you. He is the Father of tender mercies and and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our trials. (2 Corinthians 13,4) (www.jw.org) May he comfort you through caring friends, warm memories, and moments of peace.
Jerry and Lynn, sorry to see about Jerry’s dad. Tammy and I speak of you guys on occasion. Our thoughts are with y’all. We both lost our dads in the last 12 months. Dean Cone