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Tim Ferguson posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
Sleepy always kept things in perspective. I enjoyed watching him and playing against him and Floyd in tournaments. My heartfelt prayers for your family.
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Eric (Edouble) Carriger posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
first saw Sleepy while playing against him in a Round RobinTournament , in Benton Harbor. It was the last game of the event, and what I most remember about him was that the crowd would chant "sleepy, sleepy, sleepy" after every time at bat, and after every play he made. This really stood out to me because I had never witnessed this by a crowd for a softball player ever before in my life. As a competitor, I didn't like it and my first thought was "Who is Sleepy anyway"? It wasn't until we played together on a team called Fire in a tournament where I actually got to know him better. Then later we became teammates with a team called "The World". While playing for the World this is where I really found out who Sleepy was. Then I found myself chanting , "sleepy, sleepy, sleepy, to myself and becoming one of his biggest fans.
For me personally he was the guy who was there for me when I was going through some personal issues, and he never treated me any different like many others did. He gave me support and helped me through it all. His friendship never wavered. I will always love him for that. He was always upbeat and with a smile on his face, always the jokester. He was my friend.
Rheba, I am so sorry I could net be there with you and the rest of the family, for support. Due to circumstances beyond my control I could not be there to support you today. I am truly sorry, but you know that I loved him and that he will sorely be missed. I will be there in spirit today and if you ever need anything, please do not hesitate to call me. (678-467-0830)
REST IN PEACE SLEEPY! UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN IN THAT TOURNAMENT IN THE SKY.
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Dan Fancher posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
No one will ever replace Sleepy.
I will never forget him. A sad day
Dan Fancher
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Debra Mahone posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
My heart goes out to the Bell and Williams Family. I am praying that you will find comfort and peace during this difficult time.
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Mike Fletcher posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
So sorry to hear the sad news of Sleepy's passing. I played softball
against and also with Sleepy. He was a great guy who always something to say and usually had everyone laughing. He was a talented ball player too. RIP Floyd. My Condolences to all His Family....
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Lisa Thomas Varrie posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
I have known Sleepy since 1970 growing up in the Old Mercy Hosp neighborhood with Sleepy and the Bell Family in neighbors. Sleepy always had a smile on his face and didn't talk about much but softball/baseball. Praying for the Entire Bell Family
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Nicole Scott posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
I met Sleepy through my husband Tim Scott (of course at the softball fields) he was so very kind and made me feel as if he's known me forever. Sleepy and his stories will DEFINITLEY live on in our house. Many prayers and comfort to all his family.
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Kim Marie Carter posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
Sleepy was my Guy! We laughed and joked around all the time! I will truly miss him and I will continue to pray peace and comfort on his family lives! Love you all!
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Vanessa Coleman posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
So glad you and Steve Coleman had a chance to reconnect, conversant and reminisce over the phone. Rest in peace
Floyd
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Georcie Carolyn Jones posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
Sleepy, you have already come face to face with what rest of us must face. REST IN SWEET PEACE, OLD FRIEND. YOU WILL BE
MISSEF
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Danny Palmer posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
We,are going to miss you,sleepy very much. PALMER Family,May God,bless,the family.
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Valerie Nolen posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
I've known Sleepy since high scoll and he's always been the same as far as his love for life and the people in it. He was always in good spirits. Praying for your family and friends. You will be greatly missed. Love you friend
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CHARLES SMITH posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
It has been a privilege to have you as a friend and teammate for all of these years. I will never forget you. So rest easy my friend until I see you again.
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Teddy Panagakos posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
A great friend just a happy guy loved playing softball with him always had a line and a big smile, I will miss you.
RIP
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Melissa Zerbe posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
His smile and cheers will always be remembered on every ball field around here!! Prayers to family for comfort, celebrate this great man and his wonderful life!!!
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Gregory Penn posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
I love you Sleepy and I miss you I treasure the many memories of the times we shared you made softball fun and in between games you kept us laughing Rest in the arms of Abraham my friend:disappointed_relieved:
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Sharon Pomeroy posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
He was a wonderful man with a great love of life! I will miss his smile! My prayers and thoughts are with the whole family!
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Tracy Burgess posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
I worked with Sleepy at Gast, he was a great friend to all. He was always smiling & said good morning, afternoon or good night to everyone he passed by coming & going into & from work. My thoughts & prayers to his family & friends. He will be missed by many! May God bless the family & help them all find peace during such a difficult time. RIP my friend you will be greatly missed by all.
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Diana Simmons-Williams posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
My heartfelt condolences to the family. I met Sleepy many years ago. He was a dear friend. May you remember all the pleasant memories of him as as you go through this time.
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Bonnie Henry posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
He could always make me smile!! He was a very special man who was always happy! We were all blessed to have known him. My prayers to his family in your time of loss.
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Nancy Franco posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
Nicest man anywhere....bowling softball! Great fun ...wonderfully kind family! My prayers to you all!
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Alicia burgess posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
So sorry for your loss.. He was a great guy!
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Charlie Chronister posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
WHAT GREAT FRIEND AND GREAT SPORTSMAN LOVE HIM AND THE WHOLE FAMILY THERE LIKE MY OWN RIP MY FRIEND AND BROTHER I WILL MISS YOU LOVE AND PEACE TO ALL
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Brandon Brown posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
It was always a pleasure to work with you will be missed by many prayers for your family
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HAR KLOTZ posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
FLOYD,SLEEPY, AND I SHARED HOMEROOM TOGETHER AT BENTON HARBOR HIGH SCHOOL, AND WHAT A BLAST HE WAS BACK THEN, SORRY TO HEAR OF HIS PASSING AND MAY YOU FIND PEACE AND COMFORT IN THE COMING DAY, CHAR KLOTZ(AVERY) B.H.H.S 1971
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Gretchen Curtis posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
Mr. Bell,
We will miss you a ton! You always brought a smile to each of us when I was employed at the gas station. My husband and I enjoyed your presence as your down the street neighbors. You will be greatly missed and may your family have peace during this difficult period.
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T. W. (ROY) BYRD posted a condolence
Friday, January 5, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Bell family during this sorrowful time. Sleepy was such a very special friend, and a great baseball player who I had the honor of knowing and playing ball with for a very long time Rest in peace, my brother.
T. W. (Roy) Byrd
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