Daniel LaRoy Bedell passed away on January 22, 2023, unexpectedly. He was 38 years old. He was born in Springfield, MO on April 22, 1984, to Kenny & Belinda Bedell. He was the youngest of 4 boys. Danny was the baby of the family, he loved following around his big brothers and telling on them to his mom every chance he got, which earned him the name "Big Baby." Danny attended Springfield public schools and later worked several jobs in maintenance and construction over the years, as he always enjoyed working with his hands.

Danny met the love of his life Cheryl in 2002 and they spent over 20 years together. They had 3 sons together. Danny enjoyed spending time with the boys, his family, and friends. Danny attended Freeway Ministries church; it was while attending Freeway Ministries that Danny gave his life to Jesus Christ. Danny also loved riding his motorcycle, working on cars, and the KC Chiefs.

Danny truly loved life! His big smile, bright eyes, and charm always followed him wherever he went. Danny lived with his heart wide open, never knowing a stranger, and always being willing to help others when he could. Danny's zeal for life and his optimism for the future never left him. Regardless of the many struggles he faced in life, he always kept a smile on his face and the belief in his heart that things would all work out in the end.

Danny is survived by his sons, Elysha Bedell, Isaiah Bedell, Isaac Bedell, the boy's Mother Cheryl Sincoskie and stepdaughter Breanna Grady; his mom Belinda Bedell, his dad Kenny (Jamie) Bedell; his brothers Carlston Bedell, Kenneth (Melissa) Bedell, and Joshua Bedell; his grandmother Barbara Looney & cousin Latoya Stoner, his grandfather Jerry Stoner and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Danny was preceded in death by his grandfather Herley Bedell, his grandmother Velma Bedell, Aunt Vickie Bedell, Aunt Deanie Floyd, and Cousin Cortezz Haire.

Danny will be greatly missed by his family and all that knew him. Although he has left us far too early, we will always be thankful for, and treasure, the memories we have of him, and the time God blessed us to have him in our lives. His life and legacy will forever live on in our hearts.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Thursday, February 2, 2023 at Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be at 1:00 PM, Friday, February 3, 2023 in the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home or the GoFundMe account established to cover Danny's funeral costs at https://gofund.me/89ad00c3

The family would like to thank everyone for each and every prayer, call, donation, and words of sympathy during this time. We truly appreciate you all.

The memorial slideshow can be viewed here .

The funeral was recorded and can be viewed here .