NICE, Calif. – Albert (Al) Lugean Bell, 91, a resident of Nice, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Aug. 10, 2014, at home with family by his side.

Al was born in Huron, South Dakota in 1923.

After leaving home he traveled the United States working many jobs. In 1940 he joined the Navy and served his duty until being honorably discharged in 1945.

He met and married Lila Bell and they settled in Pacifica, Calif., where they raised their three boys.

In the 1980s, Al and Lila moved to Nice, where they retired.

Al was a hard working Ironworker and had worked on many of the high rises and towers in San Francisco and beyond.

Al was also a member of the Coastside Masonic Lodge in Pacifica, as well as the Hartley Lodge in Lakeport. He was a 32nd degree Shriner, and also participated in the Eastern Star.

Al is survived by his sons, Allen J. Bell (Karen) of Modesto, Michael L. Bell Sr. (Danna) of Nice and Dale R. Bell, Modesto; as well as four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Lila Bell, and grandson Jeremy Bell.  

Al was a dedicated husband and father, and a good friend to many in the community.

He will be greatly missed.

No immediate service is planned.

Cremation arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, Lakeport.