Michael L Bell

Michael L. Bell, 54, of Tellico Plains went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, March 28, 2018.

He loved his family and classic cars and he enjoyed talking with his truck driving buddies and hunting. Mike brought laughter to others through his jokes he shared and always had a smile on his face. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, M. L. "Ham" and Carolyn "Connie" Bell and grandparents, Bud and Laura Bell and Ervin and Marjorie Welch.

He is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Myra Bell; siblings and spouses: Vicky and Charles Darnell, Sam and Michelle Bell, Tammy and Tim Huey; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Venice "Scottie" and Danny Frye; and nephew, John Eldon Frye all of Tellico Plains; several aunts, uncles and cousins; special friends, Steve Atkins, Ronnie Belcher, and Jim Reed and beloved dog and companion, Max.

The family will receive friends 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Saturday March 31, 2018 at Myers Funeral Home. A Masonic service will be held Saturday at 7:00 p.m. in Myers Funeral Home Chapel. The Celebration of Life service will follow with Rev. Robert Jenkins officiating. Memorials may be made to: Monroe County Animal Shelter, 170 Kefauver Lane, Madisonville, TN 37354.