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We regret to inform you of the passing of Mr. Rufus Jerry "Bud" Belle, age 76 of Four Oaks, NC. "Bud" passed on Tuesday Jan 23 at Rex Healthcare Raleigh, NC.
Rufus "Bud" was the son of Hattie M. Nixon Bell and the Late Lehman Bell of Smithfield. He is survived by his mother Hattie Bell, Wife Mary M. Mckoy Belle of Four Oaks, NC, sons Rufus A. "Tony" Belle of Mason City Iowa, Demetrius R.T. Belle of Four Oaks, NC., sisters Sudie Davis, Katie Bell of Columbus OH, Doris Ann Bell of Smithfield, NC., brothers Donnie (Dianetta) Bell of FT. Washington, MD, Lehman (Lina Pearl) Bell of Raleigh, NC., a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services for Mr. Belle are scheduled for Thursday Feb. 1, 2018 from 11:00am till 12:00 noon viewing and visitation, with funeral starting at 12:00 noon Johnston Central Alumni Center 1110 Massey St., Smithfield, NC.
Flowers are welcomed.
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Guest Book
Family or Deceased Name: Rufus Bell
Message:
You will be missed by your cousin Teresa always was happy to see me with your stories about my father {your uncle} Robert Bell Rest in peace.
Your Name:
Teresa Smith
Date:
01-31-2018
Family or Deceased Name: Rufus Belle
Message:
Mr. Rufus thank you for all your wonderful stories it was always a pleasure to see you at Big Boys you taught me not to take life so seriously thoughts and prayers for your family
Your Name:
Karen Brown
Date:
01-31-2018
Family or Deceased Name: Rufus Belle
Message:
Mr. Rufus you will be forever missed at Big Boys. I always loved hearing your stories that you shared. You are forever in my heart.
Your Name:
Stacey Franks
Date:
01-29-2018
Family or Deceased Name: Rufus Bell
Message:
Cousin Bud, will be missed. He had a lively and happy personality that always captured your attention as he engaged you in conversation. He always had an interesting story to tell. May God's comfort and peace be with the family during this time.
Your Name:
Vivian M. Nixon
Date:
01-28-2018
Family or Deceased Name: Rufus Belle
Message:
Bless us all that has had the pleasure of knowing such an amazing person, Mr. Belle cared for ppl unconditionally. His sense of humor and big smile could surely brighten anyone's day! You will be missed dearly!! God Rest your soul!!!
Your Name:
Pocahontas
Date:
01-27-2018
Family or Deceased Name: Rufus Jerry Belle
Message:
To our mayor of Lowell Mill, We are all heart broken you left us. You were a gentle giant and we all loved you. I can only hope we can carry on your message of love for all people like you have.
Your Name:
Keith Chestnut
Date:
01-26-2018
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