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MARQUETTE, MI - Michael Scott Bell, age 42, a lifelong Marquette resident, passed away on Friday, October 9, 2026.
Michael was born on September 2, 1984, in Marquette, the son of Scott Bell and the late Barbara Renee Bell. He was raised in Marquette and attended Marquette area schools, graduating from Marquette Senior High School, where he was a member of the Redmen football team.
Throughout his working years, Michael was employed as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), providing care and assistance to others through various local healthcare providers.
Michael had a lifelong appreciation for music and was a talented musician who enjoyed playing a variety of instruments, particularly the drums and guitar. Music was an important part of his life and something that brought him great enjoyment. He was also an avid sports fan who especially enjoyed watching football and professional wrestling. His love of football began during his high school years as a member of the Marquette Redmen football team and remained an interest throughout his life.
Michael will be remembered for his musical talents, his love of sports, and the special place he held in the hearts of his family and those who knew him.
Survivors include his father, Scott (Eileen) Bell of Marquette; his brother, Charles Given of Ishpeming; his nieces, Riley and Katelyn Given; his paternal grandparents, Joe and Carol Bell of Marquette; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Michael was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara Renee Bell; and his grandmother, Barbara Loriaux.
Friends may call at Fassbender Swanson Hansen Funeral & Cremation Services on Friday, October 23, 2026, beginning at 1:00 pm until the time of sharing memories at 1:45 pm. Burial will follow in Park Cemetery in Marquette.
Fassbender Swanson Hansen Funeral & Cremation Services is serving the family, where condolences may be expressed online at fassbenderswansonhansen.com.