Antoine DeMarcus Bell, 59, resident of Virginia Beach, Virginia, went to be with our Lord after a courageous battle with lymphoma. He passed away at his home, surrounded by his family on Sunday, March 29, 2020.
Antoine was born July 24, 1960 in Wilmington, Delaware to Ellis & Frances Bell. He grew up with his loving siblings, Anthony, Adrienne, and Andre Bell, in Bay Shore, New York. He was married for 29 years to Lauren Bell (Peyton). Antoine was a graduate of the College of Brockport at New York State University with a Bachelor’s of Communications and faithfully worked as the senior video editor for Coastal Training Technologies for 25 years.
Antoine was a member of New Life Global Church in Virginia Beach. He was a dedicated sports fan of the New York Yankees, Giants, and Knicks. He enjoyed watching, playing, and coaching all sports. In 1997, he received his black belt in Tae Kwon Do. In addition to his love of sports, he enjoyed movies, music, and politics.
He is survived by his wife, Lauren Bell; children, Kiana (Marcus) Perry, Kaela Bell, Kwan Bell, and Karina Bell; first grandchild, Emerie Perry; mother, Frances Bell; siblings Adrienne (Joseph) Mercado, and Andre (Latonya) Bell.
He was preceded in death by his father, Ellis Bell, and brother, Anthony Bell.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, July 24, 2020, at New Life Global Church in Virginia Beach, Virginia at 2PM. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
Humble yourself in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up. James 4:10 (KJV)
Date: Friday, July 24, 2020
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location:
New Life Global Church-Kempsville
Andy Rak posted on 6/2/20
Antoine will truly be missed. I've worked with him for many years and he had a quality and demeanor that went a long way in touching the hearts and minds of all the people he dealt interacted with. He brought a positive energy into the day and was always ready to hear a story and give some sage advice from the heart. It was much like having an uncle or grandpa around to confide in. We aill miss him and will cherish the times we've shared with our Antoine. Peace and prayers to all who are close to him.
Alyson Brandt posted on 5/23/20
We were so fortunate to count Antoine as colleague and friend for 25 years at DSS. He was incredibly talented, passionate and kind. He was a bright light. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Best, Aly
Eric Springs posted on 5/9/20
My memories of my uncle were always of Inspiration; to be as good of a father, husband and family man. He was an inspiration to his community and the people he came across in his lifetime. You will truly be missed by all. R.I.P. Uncle Antoine!
Carvin Eison posted on 5/3/20
To the family, friends and loved ones of Antione Bell. I'm so sorry to hear about the home going of Antione. Like Antoine, I am also a graduate of the College at Brockport and currently a Professor in the department of Journalism, Broadcasting and Public Relations. I remember Antione form our time together in the 1980's at PBS affiliate WXXI-TV, in Rochester, New York. Antoine was a consummate professional and I couldn't have developed my career without Antoine's remarkable skill, patience and his ability to remain calm when chaos was breaking out all around him. I'm so disappointed that we lost touch with each other over the years but I just wanted to add my voice to the chorus- Antione Bell was an exceptional human being, and while I never met his family in particular his parents and wife and children, I'm certain the apple did not fall far from the trees that produced him. Please accept my deepest and most humble regards, I will remember him always, Antoine was a beautiful man. Carvin Eison
Helen Weeks posted on 4/8/20
My condolences to Elder Bell and the entire family! May God grace and peace keep be with you all during these difficult days.
Sandra Bekier posted on 4/7/20
Lauren and family, so sorry for your loss. I wish to extend my heartfelt condolences to all of you. Antoine will always be in my heart, he had a beautiful way about him. He had a big, bright, and happy smile for everyone. He loved his family and was very proud of all of you. May God give your peace and strength that you seek today during this difficult time. Antione may be gone from our sight, but never from our hearts. The video tribute was a testament of his love for you and each other, those fond memories will get you through the days ahead. RIP Antione!
James Cornigans posted on 4/7/20
Dear Lauren and family, Praise the Lord for you. This is such a moment that each of us will face. Thank you for what you have done for Antoine. I have had the blessing to have known he and his family since he was in Middle School. He was one of my students. He was a wonderful person, bright, and well-mannered young man. He was raised in a magnificent family. When you came into his life, you allowed his happy life to extend. Thank you for what you have done for Antoine and for your children. Thank you for sharing his life with us. May the Lord Jesus continue to keep you and watch over you and your family. You were and are a beautiful woman of God. Thank you for sacrificing and for showing your children, especially your daughters what a Proverbs 31 woman is. Lauren, "Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing. But a woman who fears the Lord, she shall be praised. Give her of the fruit of her hands, and let her own works praise her in the gates." Proverbs 31:30-31 God bless you and love you all, James Cornigans Numbers 6:24-26
Pamela Shearin posted on 4/7/20
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your oved ones will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Nancy Kondas posted on 4/6/20
Dear Lauren, Deepest sympathy to you and your family. I had the privilege to have Antione as a professional colleague for many years and he is deeply missed by his work family. Antoine was truly an honorable, authentic, caring and faithful man. He was committed to excellence, innovation and integrity in his professional life. The world is truly a better place because he walked here. May your memories and the peace, love and care of our Heavenly Father sustain you through this difficult time, Love, Nancy
MICHAEL CIOFFI posted on 4/6/20
REST IN PEACE MY OLD FRIEND
Art Peoples posted on 4/6/20
Sympathies to Lauren and family. Antoine was a great co-worker and friend. My best memories of Coastal involve Antoine. He always made me smile. He is missed but I look forward to seeing him again with a big smile on his face.
Jessica Perry posted on 4/5/20
My condolences to all he who knew Antoine Demarcus Bell! A great man he was! A fun and outgoing man! My last memory i enjoyed with him was Christmas 2017 when we made ginger bread houses. I had fun with him and your family. We was also was playing around with the "Alexa", listening to music and eating delicious cookies. He was be missed from me and im sure you all as well. Reminiscing the memories are the best comfort. ❤ Love always, Jessica Perry
Lisa A. Swinson-Calhoun posted on 4/5/20
Heartfelt condolences to the Bell family. What a beautiful tribute. Looks like he truly had a wonderful life.
Denise Hackett posted on 4/5/20
Beautiful Family. So sorry for your loss.
Alvin Scott posted on 4/5/20
To the family, so sorry for your loss. He was such a lovely person insise and out. Always so nice to me while growing up in Bay Shore. Sending prayers of comfort.
Don and LaVonna Reed posted on 4/4/20
Lauren and family, We were so sorry to hear about your loss. Antoine coached several of our girls in soccer and always made our children feel welcome when you held celebrations at your home. We will always have fond memories of him. Know that our family is praying for yours. We love you all!
Ollie and Kathleen Johnson posted on 4/4/20
Dear family, Antoine was loved so much by so many people. His heart was so caring and sympathetic. We all miss him now, but are assured and comforted that it’s only for a time. He really was a God-man who exhibited the kindness, love, genuiness as and humility of the Lord. We pray that each day will lessen your sorrow and the peace of Christ fill your hearts. We send our love to you all and continue praying for your consolation.
Mr. and Mrs. James C. Hicks Jr. posted on 4/4/20
LOVE, COMFORT, AND PEACE TO FAMILY/FRIENDS.
Yvonne Bunn posted on 4/4/20
Dearest Lauren, may our God give you comfort and peace. May His love and grace surround you and your family today and in the days to come. You are in our prayers. With His love, Yvonne
Kiyo Johnson posted on 4/4/20
My deepest Condolences to you Lauren and all the kids...may Jehovah comfort you in these difficult times. Love you guys and stay safe...wish i could be there but we will all be together soon.
Valerie Warren posted on 4/4/20
My condolence goes out to the Bell family I’m so sorry for your loss love you all Valerie Warren
Liza Gibhardt posted on 4/3/20
My deepest heartfelt condolences to your family. Antoine will be greatly missed. I was fortunate to work with him for the past 10 years, and his integrity and humor made our workplace a brighter place to be. His spirit will be cherished and well-remembered. Sending love and prayers to you all.
Nicole Rose posted on 4/3/20
Sending my prayers and condolences to you and your family. So sorry for your loss.
Noel Bevan posted on 4/3/20
I will be praying for your family. Antoine was such a kind person and always so friendly when passing by each other at work. May God's love and peace surround your family and friends during this time.
Rich Blessington posted on 4/3/20
To the Bell Family and Friends, it was and honor to have worked with Antoine for over 25 years! We were had a lot in common, sports, Yankees, Giants and Knicks and we could talked for hours. He was so proud of his family and we would talk about our children as they grew up right before our eyes. The video tribute was beautiful and it made me smile and brought back memories. Rest in peace my friend! You will never be forgotten! Heaven just became a little brighter!
Mona P Pittman posted on 4/3/20
My condolences to your entire family. I did not know your loved one, but clearly, he was an amazing man who left his mark on everyone around him. Praying for you as you move through these coming days and months.
Joe Castro posted on 4/3/20
Antoine, you are and always been a great mentor that turned in to an awesome friendship. We talked about sports, work, life and God. I will cherish these and carry them out during my life time as well. While you were away from the office and from here on out, I could always hear you coaching me through when I got stumped on a task at work. I can also hear your responses, jokes and comebacks like it was clock work. You showed me the ropes of work and the value of friendship. Thanks for being there, my brother. You will be missed! Lauren, my constant prayers will always remain for you and your family. May God Bless the rest of your journey! God has picked up a great soul as Antoine is now with the Lord and among the many Angels in heaven.
Maxine Cosbert posted on 4/3/20
I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the Bell family. It was a pleasure knowing and working with Antoine for the past 15 years at Coastal Training Technologies. He will be missed and may he rest in peace. May God give the entire family strength during this difficult time.
JR Lorque posted on 4/3/20
Our condolences to all the loved ones whom Antoine left behind. Sending our love and prayers to everyone! Stay strong, together...
Derreck and Valerie Brown posted on 4/3/20
Dear Bell Family, Thinking of all of you with sympathy, love and prayer. May God bless you each day and keep each of you in His care.
Heather Gargaro posted on 4/3/20
Antoine was a wonderful man with a beautiful heart. He will forever be missed by his friends and colleagues at Coastal. His smile was contagious, and he offered it to anyone he saw, even on days when he himself may not have been feeling his best. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of grief and sadness.
Gwendolyn Martin posted on 4/3/20
To the Entire Bell family. You are all loved so much and my family mourns with you. Lauren, I've never met you but it seems s like I knew you because I've heard great things about you through your mother in law Ms. Bell. May got put his arms around your entire family and comfort you all in this time of need. SIP Antoine.
Kristen Spawn (Spannagel) posted on 4/3/20
Lauren and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. In the 12 years I worked with him, I don't know if I ever saw him without a smile. I especially loved seeing that smile when we had our company picnics. I got to be the one to hand out name tags at each picnic. Some would grumble that they were asked to wear them and some made silly jokes about those name tags. Antoine would snatch that sticker from me and slap it on his chest. Such kindness and generosity. He was loved by all of us that had the honor to work alongside him, directly or indirectly.
Gwendolyn Martin posted on 4/3/20
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Samantha Lynch Johnson posted on 4/3/20
Because we watched you be sold out to the Lord and to your family. We understood servant-leadership little more through your living. Rest in peace.
Mark Holmquist posted on 4/3/20
I am truly sorry for your loss Lauren and family. I worked daily with him as we were the only editors for quite awhile at Coastal/DuPont. He was a great friend and a man of God. He will always be a part of my life and I will always treasure him. May you find peace in the fact that he is with the Lord and is now free.
Josephine McCormick and Family posted on 4/3/20
To The Bell Family Our deepest condolence for the entire family. May God bless and keep you in perfect peace. You are in our prayers.
Maria Salatti akc wert posted on 4/2/20
Am so sorry for yall loss. Am so glad I got to Have the pleasure of living next door to him he was a great man always came and helped me out at my pool his wife and children are beautiful kids bless you all in this time
Tim Wright posted on 4/2/20
Antoine touched many lives and will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him. He was kind, funny, engaging, authentic, smart, creative, open-hearted, generous and a true man of character. I was blessed to know and work with him. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Melissa St.Mary posted on 4/2/20
Your family is in our thoughts prayers. The tribute video was absolutely beautiful! My God continue to give you strength.
Adrienne Mercado posted on 4/2/20
Your light will never go out! You are loved so dearly and missed so much. Will love you ALWAYS!!
Ann Miranda posted on 4/2/20
My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family for your great loss. May God pour out his love and comfort on you, strengthen your heart and provide for all your needs now and in the days ahead. Romans 8:38-39
Nelsena A Day posted on 4/2/20
Elder Bell, friend and sister in the Lord, I send my heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I pray that God will continue to keep his family in the palms of His arms and provide strength and love at this time. God Bless and Much Love to you all.
Daniel and Jessica Gibson posted on 4/2/20
We are so sorry for your loss! We loved being around your family every baseball season. We have developed a life long relationship with Kwan. Loved Mr Bell always helping coach and being on the field. You are in our thoughts and prayers. -Coach Dan, Jessica and Khris Gibson-
Deanna Watts posted on 4/2/20
Our prayers and condolences are with you and your family. God's love will bring solace and strengthen your family.
Eric Ramos posted on 4/2/20
Antoine was a valued teacher, mentor, friend and co-worker. He taught a lot of us at Coastal the value of patience, empathy and respect. We will always remember him fondly. I offer our condolences and prayers to his family during this tragic time.
Shelly Johnson posted on 4/2/20
RIP cuz until we meet again you and Tye have this date 3/29 in common
Shelly Johnson posted on 4/2/20
Antoine such a good man son father brother uncle cousin and friend. Although my heart breaks I'm glad your no longer suffering and your now at peace. We all will miss you deeply will keep your memory alive I love you ❤❤❤
Tysha Bryant posted on 4/2/20
Dear Family, We love you and are praying for peace and strength at this difficult time. We love you. Cousins Patsy and Tysha Bryant Wilmington, Delaware
Faith Saget posted on 4/2/20
My deepest condolences to the family as you remember Antoine and celebrate his exceptional life.
LaVerne n Dexter Stokes posted on 4/2/20
To my loving family, We will always remember Antoine’s gentle ways and beautiful smile. Rest In Peace.
Adesuwa Watson posted on 4/2/20
My Deepest Condolences to the entire Family for your loss. I am praying for your strength through this difficult time, and know that you are on our hearts.
Linda Linder posted on 4/2/20
One of the first conventions you led, Lauren, Antoine and I sat in the corner of the top floor hospitality room and shared stories and got acquainted. We laughed and enjoyed the party. He was charming, thoughtful, and very proud of his wife and children. A perfect match for you. I often thought of him in this way as I prayed for him and your family. I know you will all miss him sorely. May God give you grace in the days ahead. Love and prayers...
Marjorie Rogers posted on 4/2/20
My deepest condolences to the family.
Don and Deb Plaster posted on 4/2/20
How can I repay the LORD for all his goodness to me? I will lift up the cup of salvation and call on the name of the LORD. I will fulfill my vows to the LORD in the presence of all his people. Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints. Our love and prayers of comfort to you and family!
Minita and Cherrivance Bordies posted on 4/2/20
To Lauran and the Bell Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. The beautiful video shows the love your family shared. God Bless Always
Rebecca Mendes (Betty) posted on 4/2/20
Frances I am so sorry to hear about your son. My heart grieves for you and your family. Stay strong woman of God. My prayers are with you.
Judy Bell posted on 4/2/20
Lauren sending our love & deepest condolences. Antoine will forever be in our hearts & deeply missed. Aunt Sister & Judy
Bradley and Sarah Touchet posted on 4/2/20
Much love to you, Lauren, and the family...
Nisa & Quaran Ahmad posted on 4/2/20
To Lauren and the entire family we are sending our sincerest condolences. You are in our prayers!
Mary Garrison-Dennis posted on 4/2/20
What a beautiful tribute and equally beautiful family. May the love and joy you have shared along with the Lord’s presence comfort and keep you in the days ahead. May the Lord continue to bless and keep you.
Veronica A Dowdell posted on 4/2/20
Praying for the Lord's strength and peace during this time. Our hearts are sad for you all. The Dowdells
Chris and Robyn Card posted on 4/2/20
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
CHARVON DAVIS-PIERCE posted on 4/2/20
What a beautiful tribute. May he rest in the peace with the Lord. Prayers for the family
Sharon Lewis posted on 4/2/20
Mr. Bell was always in attendance to any activities of his children. Since I had the privilege of teaching 3 out of 4 of his children, I have known him for quite a few years. He had a kind and quiet spirit about him. When I came to any of the children's graduation parties, he welcomed me like an honored guest!! I remember one funny incident: at the end of my piano recitals, I always had a fellowship and would call on a parent to close us in prayer. I called on Mr. Bell. His eyes got HUGE and I realized that I should have asked first!! He prayed and I assured him I would never do that again without his permission!! Knowing his children like I do, he did a great job of loving them and also of loving Lauren. I'm honored to have known Mr. Bell.
Desi Harley posted on 4/2/20
Lauren, I did not get to know Antoine but I have known the beauty of your spirit. I can only imagine the spirit Antoine which God matched to yours. Please know my prayers and love are with you and your family.
Pam Proffitt posted on 4/2/20
Lauren, my heart aches for you and your beautiful children. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers daily. The Lord bless thee and keep thee; the Lord make His face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee; the Lord lift up His countenance upon thee, and give thee peace. Love always, Pam
Lystra Constantine-Gaddy posted on 4/1/20
I hope the Lord brings Antoine's family much- needed peace. My heartfelt condolences
Vanessa Sanders posted on 4/1/20
My dear sweet friend Lauren my heart aches for you and your family. Antoine was a soft spoken good guy he will truly be missed! We are praying for you and your family during this difficult time❤️ Love you, Vanessa & Lindell
Kathleen posted on 4/1/20
I remember his kindness of opening his home for Kiana have friends over for several days on end and it being so fun. Us girls would stay up giggling and making noise and he never complained about the noise or us eating all the food in the house. My heart breaks for the Bell family.
Twayna Winston, SISTAH Girls Unlimited posted on 4/1/20
My prayers and condolences to the Bell Family! Hold dear to the fond memories of your love one!
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Aunt Delores posted on 6/8/20
There are no words equal to express what is felt spiritually. May the family have comfort to ease the pain of our departed soul - Antoine - Submitted with Love...