Phillip Dean Bell, 66, of old Trenton, MO, passed away at 6:15 a.m., Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at his residence. Born January 8, 1960 in St. Louis, MO to James (Jim) and Lois (Pugh) Bell., he was raised and loved by Rose (Bell) and Frank Smith.
Phillip was very proud to have served over 26 years in the National Guard, Reserves, and United States Army. During that time, he was deployed as a track mechanic during Desert Storm, served in the postal unit, and held many other positions. Phillip found great honor in serving his country. He loved playing any kind of billiards and was known for playing into the late hours.
Survivors include his taco eating cat George, daughter Autumn (Lonnie) Hoskins of Platte City, MO, sons; James (Jay) Bell (Salena Brazzell) of Edgerton, MO, and Brandin (Halley) Bell of Darlington, MO, brothers; Bill Smith of Trenton, MO, and Bruce Bell of Gallatin, MO, Greg and Bryan Bell, and grandchildren; Makaila, Reese, Callie, Dexter, Abel, William, Déjà, Jase and Jax. Special mention: Great friend and roommate at times, Evette Hall; in-laws Lorie and Dennis Wilmes and Chris and Jennifer Prettyman.
He was preceded in death by his parents, adopted parents, brothers Charles Bell, David Smith, and Eddie Bell. Special mention: in-laws Robert and Marilyn Hardin and Geraldine Weese.
Graveside Memorial services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 23, 2026 at Miller Cemetery at Denver, MO. Memorial donations are suggested to be made to the Veteran’s Community Project and may be left with or mailed to the Slater Neal Funeral Home.
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