William “Bill” Bell, 87, of Wolcott, passed away surrounded by family at 8:29 AM, Sunday, November 26, 2017 at his residence.

He was born August 31, 1930 in White County, IN to the late Phillip and Eva (Nichols) Bell. He attended Wolcott high School.

His marriage was to Wilma Barbour on September 4, 1949, she preceded him in death on May 30, 1985. He later married Nancy Moore in 1999, Nancy survives.

Bill was a member and trustee of the Wolcott Baptist Church, member of the Indiana Auctioneer Association, Prairie Timbers Coon hunt Club, and West Point Advisory Board. Bill started working on the family farm at a young age. In the 1970’s he started his career as an auctioneer and did so up until the last few years. In between the family farm and working auctions, Bill owned and managed a car lot in Reynolds for many years.

He enjoyed spending his time coon hunting when able, time spent with family and friends, landscaping, and being outdoors.

Surviving along with his wife Nancy are children, Ron W. (wife: Linda S.) Bell of Lafayette, and Randy (wife: Marsha) Bell of Wolcott; brother, Howard (wife: Marvis) Bell of Lafayette. Also surviving are 29 grandchildren, and 16 great-grandchildren.

Preceding him in death along with his parents and first wife is a daughter, Connie Cunningham; brother, David Bokma.

Friends may call from 10 AM (EST) until the time of Funeral Service 12 PM (EST) Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at the Wolcott First Baptist Church. Rev. Keith Rodgers to officiate. Interment to follow in Remington Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made in Bill’s name to the Wolcott First Baptist Church.

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