Warren W. “Buz” Bell

February 8, 1934 – April 15, 2012

      Warren “Buz” Bell, 78, of Bainbridge Island passed away on April 15, 2012 at Harrison Medical Center in Bremerton due to complications of advanced Parkinson’s disease. Warren was born on February 8, 1934 in Seattle and was the son of Dr. Warren W. and Geraldine Bell.

      He served in the United States Marine Corps. Warren began his career in commercial banking in Fairbanks, Alaska later serving as President of the Bank of Kent in Washington. He then spent 30 years as a Principal with the Seattle investment firm of Badgley, Phelps and Bell, Inc, retiring in 1999. Warren served on many community and business boards, including several years as a trustee of the Frye Art Museum and as a Director of the Crystal Mountain Founder’s Club. Warren met his wife, Carol, in Fairbanks, Alaska where they resided with their two daughters until 1964.

      Warren is survived by his wife of 52 years, Carol, daughters Shannon (Hayden) Thomas of Portland and Beth (Brian) Kerr of Des Moines and three grandchildren, Claire, Lauren and Brendan Thomas. Other survivors include his sister, Virginia Brones of Seattle, nephews Mitchell and Warren Brones, and numerous extended family.

      At his request, there will be no formal service. Memorials may be made to Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers of Bainbridge Island, PO Box 11253, Bainbridge Island WA 98110 or to the Northwest Parkinson’s Foundation, 400 Mercer Street, Suite 504, Seattle WA 98109.

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