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Founded in 1954 by John Muder, Bell Floor Covering operated successfully for 66 years, first at 4364, and later at 4411, on Victory Drive in Kansas City, Kansas. It closed in 2020, in part, because of COVID-19. The store offered carpet, vinyl, linoleum and commercial tile, and eventually hardwoods, laminates and ceramic tile. Born in 1927, John Muder was a veteran of World War II and The Korean War. After Korea, John learned the flooring trade while his brother attended Kansas State University. Together, they began selling and installing flooring throughout eastern Kansas and western Missouri. Eventually, a fleet of white vans and 40 union installers reached sites as far as the Lake of the Ozarks. The Bell sign, outlined in red neon, was installed in 1961. Years later, the neon quit working, the neon tubes were removed, and the sign was repainted, but unlit. LUMI welcomes this classic, mid-century beauty to our collection with resounding thanks to the Muder family. Donated by: The Muder Family Restored and Painted by: Jason Walker Artificer: Scott Murray Neon Tube Bender: Greg and Michael Garnett of GAMA Neon (fb)