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Portrait of Cole William Bell
In loving memory of

Cole William Bell

August 17, 2011 – July 15, 2023
Lived 11 years
Oak Hill · Lakeland, Florida
Life story

Born on August 17th, 2011, Cole brought endless joy and laughter to his parents, Krista and Kyle Wilder, Dane Bell, and his loving brother, Cameron Bell. He was a remarkable young boy who touched the lives of everyone he encountered during his brief time on this earth.

Cole attended St. Paul Lutheran School, where he made cherished friendships with both teachers and classmates. His curious and creative spirit shone through in his love for jiu-jitsu, scuba diving, and video games.

Cole also treasured the time spent with his beloved cousins, whom he considered not just family, but also his closest friends. Their shared adventures and laughter created memories that will forever live on in the hearts of those he left behind.

In his loyal and playful companion, Diesel, affectionately known as "Bubba," Cole found a best friend who brought him comfort and joy. The bond they shared was a testament to the unconditional love that only a pet can provide.

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Family milestones in gold, history for context

2011
Born August 17
2014
Cole was 3 when the Ice Bucket Challenge went viral
2015
Cole was 4 when "Hamilton" opened on Broadway
2017
Cole was 6 when "Fortnite" became a video game phenomenon
2019
Cole was 8 when the Disney+ streaming service launched
2021
Cole was 10 when the James Webb Space Telescope was launched
2022
Cole was 11 when ChatGPT was released to the public
2023
Passed away July 15, age 11
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The Bell name at Oak Hill

Cameron Joseph Ezra Bell2008 – 2023
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