William Ronald Bell, BRE. (A.K.A. Buffalo Bill, the gray-haired hippy, the Hawaiian shirt guy). Demographics: Born April 7, 1948, died August 7, 2021 Grew up in Parma, Ohio, moved to Suffield, Ohio Survived by wife of 30 years, Barbara, daughter Billie, stepdaughters Sandra and Jennifer, and sister Marilyn. Plus nephews, grandchildren, and many, many friends. Career/Jobs: Leathersmith for over 50 years. Part owner of Legendary Leather in Kent, Akron, Columbus, and Geneva-On-The-Lake from 1969 to 1981. Valued master craftsman exhibiting at Shaker Woods, Yankee Peddler, and Kutztown Pennsylvania German Festival, among many others. Taught leatherwork to students through the VICA program. Taught leatherwork to patients at Western Reserve Psychiatric Hospital. Previous member of MS Society of Summit County in support of his friend Pepper. Member of Suffield Volunteer Fire Department from 1985 to 1990 and Past President of the Suffield Fire Auxiliary. Psychographics: Perpetual comedian, class clown, and rebel of authority. Social activist against sending American troops to Vietnam, and against racial inequality. He always shook hands and thanked Veterans for their service. Bill was not afraid to be different; he was an unforgettable character, and a friend to all who met him. He loved all genres of music, but mostly Rock 'n Roll and Folk. He even got back stage passes to personally meet Peter, Paul and Mary and present them with handmade leather gifts. Books and yard sales were his kryptonite, stopping at every sale and library he could (unless his wife was driving). He explored many different faith traditions, and attended and served many different churches; he was open-minded and willing to look at other's points of view. He loved to cook, eat, and share his love for food with others, with his potato salad standing out above all the rest. As a dog lover, he patiently waited to join all of his dogs in Heaven, especially Big Benny. Bill had a not-so-secret desire to be a racecar driver. He loved shopping, but seldom for himself, usually to find gifts for others. He loved history, museums, and introducing his family to historical landmarks of all kinds. Bill had personal relationships with each of his many doctors, and had faith in each of them to do what was best for him. In addition to wife, daughters, and sister, he leaves behind many cherished members of his extended family. Bill will be greatly missed by all, including his friends who are spread across the continent and beyond. Bill was the best hugger. He always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. He left a mark on all who met him. Peace, Bill.