David Lee Bell

David Lee Bell David Lee Bell passed away in the arms of his wife at home on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at the age of 70. David was born in 1954 to John D. and Natalie Ballard Bell. He was raised in Hampton with his siblings, John D. Bell Jr. (Pam), Deborah B. Smith (Paul), Steven W. Bell (Dianne) and Guy W. Bell (Jackie). After graduating from York High School, he went on to learn several trades and was happiest working with his hands. He eventually started his own business, painting and pressure washing Homes in the community. His business was small but very successful. He worked hard and had great pride in his accomplishments. PeePa, as he was lovingly known to his grandchildren, enjoyed being with his family. He was always present supporting whatever they were doing. He loved holidays and special events shared with family and friends. Wherever David went he brought the fun and silliness with him. He loved to talk to people and never met a stranger. He especially loved going to Pop’s Restaurant for breakfast every morning with his favorite group of buddies, who affectionately called him “Big Bird”. David was preceded in death by his father and mother, his father in law William E. Burbage, and mother in law Frances A. Burbage. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Laura Burbage Bell, former spouse Katherine B. Musser, 2 sons, Kevin Patrick Bell (Simone), David Joseph Bell (Melissa), 2 daughters, Nicole Bell Martin (Jason), April Bell Jeffries (Edward), 9 grandchildren, Ethan, Colton, Mikayla, Kayden, Alanna, Anakin, Kevin Jr., Brennan, Jaiden and 2 great grandchildren, Wynter and Noah, 2 sisters in law, Wendy B. Smith (Bucky) and Vicki F. Burbage. Special friends, Janet Baker, Ira Millen, Mike Jackson, J.D. Holland, David Cianelli and Gary (Smitty) Smith. A heartfelt thank you to the ICU staff at Riverside Doctors Hospital and Riverside Hospice, especially Lisa Mayo RN, who’s dedication, compassion and exceptional care gave David comfort and humor in his final days… she made him laugh. A memorial service for David will be held on Friday, June 7, 2024 at 3:30pm at Yorkminster Presbyterian Church located at 6218 George Washington Memorial Hwy.with Pastor Laura Crihfield officiating. This service will be live streamed on Yorkminster’s website https://www.yorkminsterpc.org/live, Facebook and YouTube. In lieu of flowers the family is requesting donations be made to the Yorktown Food Closet, 300 Ella Taylor Rd. Yorktown, VA 23692