BELL, Thomas Kerry 1946 - 2023

BELL, SCOTT

Posted By: Joey Stark
Date: 4/16/2023 at 12:41:34

"Southeast Iowa Union / Fairfield Ledger"
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
Page 6, Column 1

THOMAS KERRY BELL
Fairfield

Thomas Kerry BELL gracefully transitioned into the Light at dawn March 31, 2023, the 9th day of Mother Divine, surrounded by his loving wife of 33 years, Colleen, and his devoted dogs. A private celebration will be held on Monday, April 3, 2023, and may be accessed remotely by joining the webcast on Kerry's obituary page. Friends may leave online condolences at www.cranstonfamilyfuneralhome.com.

To live stream the funeral register here: https://www.cranstonfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituarieslistings?page=1 (caution - may be incorrect)

Kerry was born in Windsor, Ontario, April 1946. He grew up with the beginning of Stratford Shakespearean Theatre in Stratford Ontario where his parents Alf and Dama BELL were found members and lifetime supporters.

Kerry said "I was never a follower," Instead, he followed his heart, displaying love in action and service throughout his life. From a young age Kerry engaged in self-development and improvement. He was proud to say he was at the last live talk of Earl Nightingale, one of the original self-development writers and coaches. He learned Transcendental Meditation while in college and became one of the first TM teachers in Ontario, Canada, where he taught over 900 people all over Ontario. He joined the Purusha Program in Fairfield, Iowa, in the late '70s and never left Fairfield.

He earned a Masters of Higher Education from MIU while working on staff. There he discovered an affinity for computers that led to his own software business. He helped many people enter and utilize the computer age.

His quest for self-improvement led him to many Spiritual & Educational classes, courses, and experiences. Kerry discovered the ManKind Project 2013 and subsequently took on several leadership roles. His experiences there led him to become a successful coach and teacher utilizing the Passion Test and Strategic Attraction Plan methodologies. He changed lives, inspired and cultivated many to live their highest selves.

Love in Action at home manifested in a beautiful urban Permaculture homestead with a 50' Fig Cathedral Greenhouse, which continues to be a hub of community activity.

His remaining family includes his brother Kevin BELL, who resides in Ottawa, Canad,a (sic) and several cousins scattered around Ontario as well as his Stepson, Nathan SCOTT, his wife Anne & grandchildren Bradley, Eleanor, Patrick and Juliet, all residing in Kansas City, KS.

Any memorial funds or donations toward end-of-life expenses gratefully appreciated. No flowers please. Made to Colleen T BELL. No flowers please. Send to P.O. Box 2076, Fairfield IA 52556, 319-594-0970 OR Through PayPal to CulturedWisdom@gmail.com Friends & Family please.

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Note: According to the Cranston Family Funeral Home website, Kerry was born April 29, 1946.

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