Deputy Game Warden Robert B. Bell, Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission, Florida

Deputy Game Warden Robert B. Bell

Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission, Florida

End of Watch Saturday, September 19, 1942

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Robert B. Bell

Deputy Game Warden Robert Bell drowned after his boat capsized on the upper Choctawhatchee Bay near the Cowford Bridge in Walton County around 10:45 a.m.

When the boat overturned, Deputy Game Warden Bell held onto the side while another game warden swam to shore to get help. Before he reached the shore, he heard screams for help. When he turned to look, he saw Deputy Game Warden Bell slip into the water. Deputy Game Warden Bell's body was recovered six hours later.

Deputy Game Warden Bell had served as a marshal of Defuniak Springs before his appointment as a game warden. He was survived by his wife, three sons, and mother.

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Age 60
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Cause Drowned

wildlife management

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Deputy Game Warden Bell,
On today, the 83rd anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Florida. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

September 19, 2025