Michael Robert Bell, 73, left our world on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at Dove Healthcare West in Eau Claire, WI.

                Michael was born August 4, 1951, the son of Robert and Catherine (Joswick) Bell and brother to Rick Bell and Dave Dunning.

                On November 25th, 1977 Michael married Mari Jo Dexter at St. Mary’s Church in Winona. Together they raised three amazing children in Goodview, MN: Justin Michael (Jessica) Bell of Woodbury, MN, Jordan Ross (Casi) Bell of Stewartville, MN and Katherine Ann Bell (Tom Ryan) of St. Louis Park, MN.

                Michael was employed at Peerless Chain Company.

                Michael lived for his family. Michael loved being with his other family, the “Kostners”. He enjoyed being part of the “Kostner Clan”. He loved them dearly.

                The biggest joy in Michael’s life was being with his grandbabies: Dylan Mae Bell, Evan Lee Bell, Kennedy Jo Bell and Kendall Lynn Bell.

                He was a great “Papa”. He treasured every moment he spent with them.

                Michael was a very easy man to love. Throughout his life, he made many special friends that he treasured.

                Our family will be forever grateful to Mayo Hospice.

                Michael will be dearly missed by all that loved him.

                “If you see a palm tree, think of me”.

                A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.