Thomas J. Bell, 74, of Fort Madison, IA, passed away at 2:02 p.m. on Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at his home. He was born on March 14, 1945 in Chicago, IL. He married Ruth A. Douglas on February 16, 2000 in Fort Madison, IA. He was a painter most of his life and served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, being outdoors, his dog Mia and riding the open road.
Tom is survived by: his wife: Ruth Bell of Fort Madison, IA & 1-daughter: Megan Hinderks-Bell of Macomb, IL. He was preceded in death by: his parents & 1-son: Thomas Wilson.
Cremation has been entrusted to the care of King-Lynk Funeral Home & Crematory. No services are planned. A memorial has been established for Tom’s family and memorials may be sent to Ruth Bell, 2902 Avenue K, Fort Madison, IA 52627. Online condolences to Tom’s family may be left at the King-Lynk Funeral Home & Crematory website: www.kinglynk.com.
