« Back to all Posts

Legendary Automotive Artist Dave Bell has past away.

posted in: wooden hot rodder toy garage, news on May 09, 2012 at 11:13 PM

http://www.oldcarsweekly.com/news/hobby-news/legendary-automotive-artist-dave-bell-dies

Street Rod Association Member #45 and legendary automotive artist David J. “Dave” Bell, age 72, of Falcon Heights, Minn., died May 5.

Bell is considered a pioneer in the field of automotive art. His works have spanned 50 years and have appeared on T-shirts, posters, vehicles and in hundreds of magazines across the globe. He also made guest appearances at car shows across the country.

Originally of Austin, Minn., he is survived by: Lynn, his beloved wife and best friend; five step-children; 13 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren; as well as countless friends, associates and admirers.

Visitation is 4-8 p.m. May 10 at THE ROSEVILLE MEMORIAL CHAPEL 2245 No. Hamline Ave. (1 Blk. So. Hwy #36 Roseville, 55113 651/631-2727). Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. May 11tat ST. ROSE of LIMA Catholic Church, 2048 No. Hamline Ave. followed by a reception. Private interment later. Memorials are preferred.

tags:
3

Comments

Img_0398_small
Duane's Hot Rod Shop Garage
May 10, 2012 at 09:02 AM

Dave’s “Henry Hirise” at the back of every SRM will be sorrily missed. RIP Mr. Bell, you’ve left us Hot Rodders with many fond memories.

111_small
GearHedz Garage
May 10, 2012 at 11:32 AM

Incredible talent, he will be missed.

Sr_vetterod1a_small
SpaceRods Garage
May 11, 2012 at 12:14 AM

Aloha Dave Dude… we will miss you very much!... but your awesome art will live forever!... I will pray for the comfort of your family in this time of sorrow and great loss!... God Bless, just a fan and fellow artist… Sal Salvador…

Leave a Comment

Signup or log in to post comments.