REVISED DATE & LOCATION MILTON - Richard William Bell passed away at Delaware Hospice Center in Milford, on Monday, Nov. 7, 2016. Richard was born in Chester, Pa., to the late Charles W. and Ernestine (Valentine) Bell. Richard served our country as a Sergeant in the U.S. Air Force. He was the Director of Plant Services for Draper Canning Company, retiring in 1998. In addition to his parents, Richard is preceded by his wife, Doris Elaine (Cardwell) Bell. He is survived by three nieces and a host of extended family and friends. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016 at the Harbeson U.M. Church, 18647 Harbeson Road, Harbeson, DE 19951. Arrangements in the care of Short Funeral Services, Milton.