William ""Bill" A.

Bell

William “Bill” A. Bell passed away peacefully on October 20, 2026. Bill was born in Alexander, Georgia, on January 26, 1945, but made Chatham County his home in his early twenties and was proud to raise his family there.

Bill was the cherished husband of the late Betty Owens Bell, with whom he shared 63 wonderful years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bennie Add Bell and Lessie Flakes Bell, and his sister, Mary Chance. Bill is survived by his two sons, Randall Bell and Craig Bell (Tamara), and his sister, Alice Thomas. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Lani (Zach), Megan (Matthew), Morgan, Abby, and Price (Kate), as well as six beloved great-grandchildren.

Bill was a lover of the outdoors and was always happy to cast a line or try his luck at the tables in Las Vegas or Biloxi with Betty. In his younger years, he devoted much of his time to the Port Wentworth Recreation Department in support of his boys. Bill dedicated 28 years of service to Great Dane, but his true passion was always cars. He began selling cars out of his backyard at just 14 years old and later opened Bell’s Auto Sales with his two sons, wheeling and dealing and doing what he loved most. Well-respected by his colleagues, Bill went on to build a successful business that brought him great pride. He was known for giving anyone an opportunity and took genuine joy in watching others succeed.

Bill was a charismatic soul who will be remembered for his quick wit, giving heart, and the countless ways he touched the lives of those around him. Above all else, Bill will be remembered as a hardworking man who believed in the value of good, honest work, but whose greatest pride and purpose was always his family.

A visitation will be held at Baker McCullough Funeral Home Garden City Chapel, on October 28, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will take place the following day, October 29, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the same location. Bill will be laid to rest at Hillcrest West Cemetery, where family and friends will gather to celebrate the life of a remarkable man.

Bill will be dearly missed but fondly remembered by all who knew and loved him. May his soul rest in peace.