John Grady Bell's Obituary
John Grady Bell, Jr., 95, of Holly Springs, formerly of Marianna, MS passed away Tuesday, April 4, 2017. He was preceded in death by his brother, Walter and sister, Olive May Fore. Mr. Bell is survived by his wife, Ann and many nieces and nephews. During World War II, he served on the battle cruiser U.S.S. Guam at the battle of Okinawa. He was such a kind, gentle soul who was always there to lend a helping hand. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until his service begins at 11 a.m. Monday, April 10 at First Baptist Church in Holly Springs, where he was a long time member. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery. His services have been entrusted to Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery, 5668 Poplar Ave., Memphis TN 38119. (901) 767-8930. “Celebrating Life….Behind the Stone Wall.”
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