Derek Lamar Bell

Derek Lamar Bell, 32, of Comer, died Sunday, March 15, 2015.
Born in Athens, he was the son of Tony Lamar and Deborah Lynn Bell. He was a great father, son, and brother who loved his family and he was always there for anyone who needed him. Derek was a member of Collier Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, John Emory and Carine Brown; grandmother, Shirley Bell; uncle, Douglas Brown; and cousin, Dwayne Brown.
Survivors in addition to his parents include his children, Devin, Macy and Brynlee; his girlfriend, Kayla Welborn; one brother, Shane Bell; grandfather, Ralph Bell; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, March 19, 2015 at 2 PM at Collier Baptist Church with Rev. Terry Smith and Rev. Eric Bunch officiating. The family will receive friends Wednesday night from 7 until 9 PM at Lord and Stephens, East.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Collier Baptist Church, 115 Collier Church Road, Comer, Georgia 30629.
Lord and Stephens, Danielsville is in charge of arrangements.
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