BELL, Ronald Vinson, 74, passed away Sunday, December 9, 2007 at his home in Valrico. Ron was a native of Pensacola, Florida. After retiring from the United States Air Force with twenty-one years of service, he had a successful thirty-year career in real estate. Ron attended Bell Shoals Baptist Church. Preceding him in death were two sons, Ronald V., Jr. and Jeffery S. Bell. Ron is survived by Betty Jo, his beloved wife of fifty years.
He is also survived by his son, Jay, six grandchildren, Brianna, Brantley, Amanda, Brock, Gregory and Donovan, and daughters-in-law Laura (Jay) Bell and Katy Bell.
Ron never knew a stranger and everyone was his friend.
A Celebration of Ron's Life will be held at Bell Shoals Baptist Church on Thursday, December 13, 2007. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. with a memorial service at 12:00 p.m. A reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested that donations be made in Ron's name to The Greater Glory Building Fund at Bell Shoals Baptist Church, Life Path Hospice, or a charity of your choice.
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