I have many fond memories of working with Mark earlier in my career. We were a small group of technicians that became a small family over time, and Mark was a big part of that family! He was a great guy, with a great attitude, and always seemed to a great outlook on life!

Vicki, Cindy & Teri, We are so saddened to learn of sweet Mark's passing.  We have such wonderful fond memories of him and how kind he always was.  I know that y'alls cherished memories will sustain you in your time of grief.  Our prayers go out to all of Mark's family.

I'm so sorry to hear of Mark's passing.  I'll always remember Mark as that rare kind of person that always seemed to have a positive outlook on things and the kind of guy that never seemed to meet a stranger.  Outgoing seems grossly understated in trying to describe Mark to someone.  Knowing he's with God now, his parents and other loved ones that left before him is some consolation, but for those that he leaves behind there will always be a void that can never be filled.  My heart and prayers go out to his family and to his most special friend, Jim.

My condolences Jim; Mark was a genuine nice guy, and a good friend to all, and there could never be a better friend than the one you were to  him.

Vicki,
Scott and I were so sad to hear about Mark.  It just doesn't seem that long ago that we were all working together at Datamatic. You two made such a great couple, two of the nicest people around. Talking to you today, I was once again amazed at your strength and your courage. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

To my sweet baby brother,
I was ten when you were born and I thought you were my little baby to take care of.  I named you Ricky and called you that for several weeks much to Mom's chagrin.  Mom said that every time she sat down to nurse you I would bring in the neighborhood to see “my” baby”.  As the years went by, you grew into a typical little brother, always telling on me and Cindy, getting into our stuff, spying on us…you were a little devil. 
It was not long before I graduated and moved away from home and Cindy became the center of your attention.  You all had a lot of good years just being the two of you.  Then Cindy and I both married and moved to other cities, but eventually Cindy moved back and you two were close again. 
Then we lost Mom and we were pulled in different directions but stood fast together.  When I asked you to come live with me in OKC I felt you needed a new start in life and I hoped I could give it to you.  It was so much fun having you live with me, snakes, tarantulas, rats and all. 
Then, you made the decision to move back to Dallas and get your degree from the ITT Technical Institute and make a career for yourself and I could not have been more proud. 
Then joy of joy, you met Vicki and found the love of your life.  We were so happy for you when you married her and you even got a daughter in the deal!  
These past several years have been the best years of your life until the illness started to rob you and us of you.  Your big hugs and kisses, sense of humor, wrestling with us like we were still kids, being playful and funny, being ornery, always teasing and telling little fibs until the tip of your nose turned down, licking the last brownie so we could not have it…you and your sweetness and your endless love…oh how I am going to miss you.  Be at peace my sweet baby brother and hug Mom and Dad for me. 
Your big sis, Teri

Vicki,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. 
Love, Eloise Heard and Karen Byron

Jimmy,
I'm sorry for your lost. Mark was a true friend of yours.

My BEST FREIND FOREVER. I love him and been there for him for 48 years.

O My servants! Sorrow not if, in these days and on this earthly plane, things contrary to your wishes have been ordained and manifested by God, for days of blissful joy, of heavenly delight, are assuredly in store for you. Worlds, holy and spiritually glorious, will be unveiled to your eyes. You are destined by Him, in this world and hereafter, to partake of their benefits, to share in their joys, and to obtain a portion of their sustaining grace. To each and every one of them you will, no doubt, attain.  From the Baha'i Sacred Scriptures

Dear Vicki, how swiftly Mark's days passed!  I'm sorry I didn't know him before this happened to him.  I've been amazed by your strength of character and your loving, nurturing nature.  Be bolstered by God's love for you and let your friends and family be your supporters in this realm.  Lovingly, Diana

My Buddy Fred !.... Good Times in Texas.... Yeah.... I'm was the NY'er in Texas... I can still you working on RDTs for Datamatic.. and drinking martinis at the Texas State Bar... you where cool dude ! RIP ......Johnnie

Vicki,
I am very sadden by the news of Mark's passing. He was a great guy to work with. I will never forget the times that we had ay Symbol. May God wrap you and your family in his arms and comfort you in this time of sorrow. He will be missed greatly.
Sincerely,
John Wells

I only knew you for a short time (met through mutual friends), but in that time I learned that you were a good-natured and caring person. I will miss your free and happy spirit. Prayers for you!

Just heard of Marks passing, we had been out of touch for so many years. He was a great friend and buddy while growing up. So glad he found the love of his life. God speed my friend.

OBITUARY

Frederick Mark Bell

15 September, 1956 – 7 April, 2013

Moore Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens

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