John M. Bell

John M. Bell, 74, of Palmyra, passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2020 at home. Born Tuesday, August 20, 1946 in Harrisburg, he was the son of the late Albert M. and Anna (Milovich) Bell. He was married 30 years to Barbara (Buckwalter) Bell.

After more than 38 years with Hershey Foods, John retired as a machinist, and also served as union steward. He was a US Army veteran the Vietnam War. He was a member, Past Commander and Past President of American Legion Post #386 in Hershey. John was an avid golfer and Penn State fan. John loved to cook and bake, but what he loved most was having his family around him. 

In addition to his wife, he is survived by four children: Lorriann Bell and wife Amy Ionoff of Seffner, FL; Scott M. Bell and partner Chris Lezzi of Chesapeake, VA; Amber Neidlinger and husband Mark of Harrisburg, and Patrick Fitzgibbons and wife Amy of Annville; four terrific grandchildren: Dylen, Kaleb, Kylee and Trent; and eight siblings: Helen L. Fogleman and husband the late Sterril; Paul E. Bell and wife Janis; Pauline M. Meals and husband William; George R. Bell; Georgene R. Whalen and husband Lawrence; Betty Sue Meyer and husband Steven; Deborah Lou Bell and Joann M. Taylor and husband Joseph.

John was predeceased by a son Douglas E. Messenger and siblings Gloria J. Bixler, Albert M. Bell, Jr., Mary Ann Sonon.

A viewing will take place on Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at Rothermel-Finkenbinder Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 25 West Pine Street, Palmyra, PA 17078 from 6:00-7:00 PM. Service and interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Johns memory may be made to the American Heart Association, 4250 Crums Mill Road, Suite 100, Harrisburg, PA 17112. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.FinkenbinderFamily.com

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