William V. Bell

November 21, 1945 - July 24, 2019

Bell, Mr. William V. Saginaw, Michigan Bill passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2019, at Covenant Medical Center, at the age of 73 years. William Voss Bell was born on November 21, 1945, in Reed City, Michigan, to the late Howard Edgar and Ruth Esther (Voss) Bell. He was raised in Bridgeport, MI and spent his summers at Eight Point Lake near Clare, MI. Bill was a graduate of Saginaw High School. Bill held a variety of jobs that included managing the KFC on Bay Rd, owning and operating the State Street Market, which was co-owned with his brother-in-law, Richard Cruz. Prior to his retirement, Bill worked as a car salesman at several area car dealerships Drapers, McDonald Pontiac-Cadillac and All American Ford. Bill’s hobbies and pass-times included reading, fishing, playing dominos with his friend Boney and spending time with loved ones. He also had a love for animals, especially dogs, which he passed on to his daughter, Sophia. Bill loved to go blindly into life and enjoyed the stumbles, bumps and bruises along the way. He loved adventures, exploring and learning about people. Bill is survived by his two children and their spouses, Joseph (Pam) Bell, Sophia (Paul) Fisher; two step-children, Brandy and Wesley; eight grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; his sisters and brother, Esther Gerzeski, Sally Goodsell and Joseph Bell; also many nieces, nephews, extended family and dear friends. A Memorial Service is planned for 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 14, 2019, at the Bible Baptist Church, 1505 E. Genesee St., Saginaw, MI 48601, with a luncheon immediately following. In lieu of flowers, please consider making donation to the Bible Baptist Church in Bill’s memory. In accordance with Bill’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Bill will be laid to rest with his parents in Bridgeport Township Cemetery at a later date. Memories and sympathies of Bill may be shared with the family on his memorial website at WakemanFuneralHome.com We love you Dad, Grandpa, Uncle, Brother.