Reverend Cornelius Bell, 79, of Gastonia, North Carolina was born October 7, 1944 in Martin County, North Carolina and departed on Thursday, May 4, 2023 at his home.
Funeral Arrangements Are As Follow:
PUBLIC VIEWING: At the funeral home on Wednesday, May 10, 2023 from 1:00 until 4:00 P.M.
FUNERAL: St. Stephens A.M.E Zion Church, 201 West Franklin Blvd., Gastonia, NC 28052
DATE & TIME: Wednesday, May 10, 2023 @ 6:00 P.M.
VISITATION: At St. Stephens on Wednesday one hour prior to service from 5:00 until 6:00 P.M.
THE FUNERAL SERVICE AT ST. STEPHEN'S A.M.E. ZION CHURCH WILL BE LIVE STREAMING ON: St. Stephen's A.M.E. Zion Church FACEBOOK
VISITATION: At St. Mark Baptist Church, 1219 Hassell Road, Oak City, NC 27857 on Friday, May 12, 2023 from 12:00 until 1:00 P.M.
BURIAL: Bell Cemetery, Oak City, North Carolina
TYRONE BELL sent Blessings Bouquet for Reverend Cornelius Bell - May 09, 2023
Uncle Neal blessed so many people with his faith, kindness and also brought smiles to the people around. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Tyrone Bell
Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum was sent for Reverend Cornelius Bell - May 09, 2023
Our hearts are heavy with sorrow but rejoicing for Rev. Bell who has transitioned to his heavenly home. Much prayer and love to the family. Glenn and Dorene Bratton
Dear family, you are in my thoughts & prayers. We reflect the best parts of our parents thanks to the loving way GOD showed them how to raise us.Take comfort in your memories.Cousin Glenda Jeffries Frisby -Chesterfield Va
To my cousin Cornelius family , I am sending my deepest sympathy. I will keep you in my prayers during this difficult time. Diane Howard Owens Norfolk, Virginia
To my cousin Cornelius Bell family.You have my deepest sympathy. I will keep you in my prayers during this difficult time. Diane Howard Owens , Norfolk , Virginia
On behalf of the Speaker and Council Families we extend our condolences and pray that God gives all his family, friends and all whom he touched, the strength to endure. He meant so much to us and we thank God for blessing all of us with him forever in our hearts. Trina Guine
Our deepest condolences for the passing of Rev. Cornelius Bell. May the Family find comfort in the memories shared with this special person. Richard Davidson & Tammy Sims, Formerly St. Peters AME. Zion, Lincolnton District.
My condolences & prayers are extended to his wonderful sons Reginal,Aaron,Shawn and his brothers, Starling and Ervin Bell as they move through this moment of grief for our beloved Cornelius.RIP
Your wonderful father ( Reverend Cornelius Bell) will be greatly missed. He was an inspiration to many.His legacy will live on forever.-Jacob and Deborah Crandall-Raleigh, NC
May your loved one rest in peace. Please know that God provide comfort Reginald, Aaron, Shawn and Toni during this time. Love and lean on each other because His love will guide you through always.
P. E. Moses Sr. and Family
Lighting a candle on the behalf of Mr. Bell and his family. Barbara Council West Martin Community Center, Oak City, NC
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.