D’Jaton D. "Ton" Bell

Although I have finished my earthly course of life, remember I am always with you in spirit. When tomorrow starts without me, don’t think we’re far apart. For every time you think of me, I’m right here in your heart.

D’Jaton Bell departed for eternal rest on September 16, 2026, at Atrium Health Navicent, Macon, Georgia. 

Funeral services was held on Friday, September 25, 2026 at 2:00 PM at Robin Spring Baptist Church, 3178 Deepstep Road, Sandersville, GA. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.

D'Jaton Bell was born January 13, 1981, in Atlanta, Georgia to his loving parents Joyce B. Dillard, and Stanley Warthen. At an early age, he joined Robin Springs Baptist Church. He was raised in Sandersville, Georgia, where he attended the Public Schools of Washington County, where he was a graduated of the class of 1999. During his high school years, D'Jaton was a proud member of the Washington County High School Marching Band.

D'Jaton was affectionally known as "Big Forty" and "Ton" to his family and friends. He was known for his friendly spirit and outgoing personality. He never met a stranger and had a way of making people feel welcome.

His warm personality and genuine love for people allowed him to form lasting friendships and beautiful memories with those around him.

For twenty years, D'Jaton dedicated himself to a career as a CDL truck driver. His work was more than just a job; it was a reflection of the man he was dependable, hardworking, determined, and committed to providing for those he loved. Through long days and countless miles on the road, D'Jaton took pride in his work and remained dedicated to everything he put his hands to. His strong work ethic and perseverance were qualities that those who knew and loved him will always remember.

On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, God in his wise providence saw fit to call D Jaton home to rest with him. He was preceded in death by his sister, Jalesia Dillard; his uncle, Rosby E Gordon; his aunts, Hilda Bell Morgan and Marie Warthen.

He leaves to cherish his memories: his children, Tonquez Bell, Dublin, GA, and D'Janiyah Bell, Macon, GA; his loving parents, Joyce B. Dillard-Farlar, Macon, GA, and Stanley Warthen, Sandersville, GA; his brothers, Stanley Warthen Jr., Sandersville, GA, and George A. Dillard II, Macon, GA; his sisters, Kenisha Warthen, Sandersville, GA, and Mildred C. Bell, Macon, GA; his uncles, Alonzo (Audrey) Cullens, Marion "Shy" Cullens, Larry Lyman all of Atlanta, GA, Willie (Bessie) Cullens, Ronnie Lyman, Randolph Warthen, and Emory Warthen, all of Sandersville, GA; his aunts, Betty J. Bell, Pittsburgh, PA, Dorothy Barnette, Macon, GA, Elaine Biggins, Pier Thomas, Debbie Lyman, Johnnie Mae Brown, all of Sandersville, GA, and Nottie M. Payton, Indiana; his nephews, Jace Warthen and Korbin Warthen, both of Sandersville, GA, Jacory Dillard, Isaiah Nesbitt, and Nolan Spivey, all of Macon, GA; his nieces, Ariyonna Dillard and Lyrical Dillard, both of Macon, GA, Shabreaka Walters, Tykeia Warthen, and Ceniyah Braswell, all of Sandersville, GA; his great-niece, Avery Dillard, Macon, GA; and a host of cousins, other relatives, and friends, who will forever cherish his memory.

Wheeler’s Funeral Home was entrusted with final arrangements. 

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