Norman Bell of Surgoinsville, Tennessee died peacefully at home on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023. He was 57.

“He had a passion for building and riding motorcycles and was known for his abilities to do so,” his family wrote in a tribute. “In addition, he loved to fish and was an administrator and member of Catfishin’ of Tri-Cities, Tennessee.

“Norman had a special place in his heart for animals and they also loved him. He was an avid and devoted Trump supporter and fan all the way.

“Most of all, he was a strong-hearted man with the highest of moral values who loved God and lived life according to his terms. He will be forever missed and loved by his family.”

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Norman Bell is survived by his two sons, Matt Bell of Schuylerville, New York, and Nicholas Bell (Aaliyah); by his mother, Mary Mielcarek (Joe); by his father, Richard Bell (Mary) of Ft. Edward, New York; by his two brothers, Richard Bell (Joan) and Ted Bell (Crystal Bonora) of Port Charlotte, Florida; and by several nieces, nephews, and a host of extended family and friends.

His paternal and maternal grandparents died before him.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 1, at Carter-Trent Funeral Home in Church Hill, Tennessee with Rev. Joel Trigg officiating. Family and friends will be welcome to gather beginning at noon in the chapel.