Ernest Lee Bell

Ernest Lee Bell (75) of Blytheville, Arkansas, passed away at his home on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. Ernest Bell was born June 11, 1950 in Dell, Arkansas. He was the son of William Bell and Mattie Packard Bell.

He loved spending time with his family and enjoyed going fishing. In 1965, Brother Ernest Bell met the love of his life, Mother Katherine Bell, and they were united in Holy Matrimony for 54 years.

Brother Bell was a devoted Christian. He served the Lord faithfully at The Temple of Faith Pentecostal Church of Holiness for 43 years. In 1995, Brother Bell started BB Concrete with his dear friend, Marvin  Bradford, for 28 years.

He was preceded in death by his Parents, William Bell and Mattie B. Forrest; his devoted Wife, Catherine Bell; three Brothers: Walter Bell, Weldon Bell, and Willie B. Forrest; two Sisters: Dorothy Bell Cherry and Mattie B. Forrest Thomas; two Brothers-in-law: Melvin Corbett and Ralph Corbett; and a Sister-in-law, Josie Bell Inmon.

He leaves to cherish his memories: one Sister, Birdie (Johnson) Stone; Sister-in-law, Gwendolyn Dubose of Apopka, FL; his Son, Earnyez (Arquinetta) McMath of Apopka, FL; his Stepchildren: Vincent Corbett of  Columbus, OH, Cynthis Hundley of Apopka, FL, Janet Hundley Smith of Apopka, FL, Betty Washington of Apopka, FL; one Special Daughter, Latoya Banks of Apopka, FL; Grandchildren: Shania Smith, Nyedra Holmes, Izrel Burroughs, Krnishia Tiffani, Adarian Sylvester, Brittany, Josean, Shaila, Arrington, Brandon, Brianna, Jalen, and Jaren; 15 Great-grandchildren; 7 Godchildren: Clinton Stanley, Quinton Stanley,       Maysha, Keyshaunda, Ariel, Sarren, Tomeka; and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.

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