Dr. Wayne Bell of Murray KY passed away on Sunday 10/12/14. Dr. Bell served the USCF as a National Tournament Director, served a number of years on the board of the Ky Chess Association, coached several teams to Ky scholastic titles, and was a former Ky state champion. Wayne mentored a number of players, TDs and coaches through the years, and was a kind and gentle soul. We will miss him.
That’s sad news, he was still directing events as recently as three weeks ago.
Yes, it was very sudden and unexpected.
It was a pleasure playing in his events. My condolences to Dr. Bell’s family.