BELL, Brian

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1. Dear Brian, you bought so much joy to the people around you. A one in a million extra special guy! “Simply the Best”. I feel so lucky to have met you and so very sad that you’ve passed. Sincere Sympathy to Bev, Marg and Pete, and all Brian’s family. The music will continue…lots of love Dot.

   Dot Laidlaw January 27 2026 4:41 pm

2. May the road rise up to meet you, may the wind be always at your back, may the sun shine warmly upon your face, the rains fall softly on your fields, and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of his hand! Rest in peace Brian. Sadly missed, love to the family Haydn & Lucy Donohue ❤️

   Haydn Donohue January 27 2026 6:31 pm

3. Dear Brian, a special cousin who I always said was so like my dear Dad, Tom. You had dads same honesty and integrity which made you a loyal friend to all those who knew you. You are in beautiful place with God now and your loved ones. Keep on playing your lovely music.
   Sincere Sympathy to all your family. Jeanette, Ian and families.

   Jeanette Harris January 28 2026 6:41 pm

4. My father, Leon (and Uncle Max) spoke fondly of Brian and the Bell family during his childhood, wonderful memories of time spent on the farm with his cousins.
   Condolences to you all from Leon (dec), Judy Brockway and family.

   Denise Habel (Brockway) January 28 2026 9:36 pm

5. I am so glad I got to spend a little time with Brian, prior to Christmas. As a neighbour of many year in Cooriemungle, I loved Brian and his family. We were pretty close.
   What a fantastic person – musician, friend, family man, farmer, horseman, bicycle rider and many other talents. There wasn’t much he couldn’t turn his hand to.
   To all his children, my heartfelt condolences. You know how I felt about Brian.

   Love

   Stan

   Stan Kluzek January 29 2026 9:44 am

6. Brian you where to such a beautiful peaceful man of life a second father to me l will miss your beautiful presence & character- peace with Rita & Jill love always in my heart-Pirate

   Peter Cole January 29 2026 12:58 pm

7. Bell Brian
   A life well lived.
   Dearly loved brother-in-law of Maisie and James (dec), best mate of Alan (dec), loved uncle of Marilyn, Ian, Helen and their families.
   Uncle Brian will be remembered and respected as a great horseman who loved his music and leathercraft.
   Fond memories of many happy, late Sunday nights.
   With deepest sympathy to all his family from the Spikins.
   Resting in peace with Rita and Jill and having a yarn with Alan!

   Marilyn Spikin January 29 2026 9:24 pm

8. RIP Brian
   Lovely memories of your music at Mt View
   Sincere sympathy to Sharon and all the family
   Enid O’Connor

   Enid O’Connor January 31 2026 8:28 pm

9. A dear long time neighbour and friend from Guy’s Rd. Thinking of all Brian’s family on his passing. He will be sadly missed by all those who knew him.
   Resting in peace with Rita and Jill
   Nancy, Wilf (dec), Robyn and James (dec) Guy xo

   Robyn Watson February 1 2026 5:00 pm

10. Brian was is and will always be a special presence in our lives.
    An unexpected treasure found not so long ago and yet so quickly we could not have imagined life without him.
    Visits were always special – from his warm welcome to his genuine interest and enjoyment in your company, and using his keen memory to ask about things from your last visit.
    He had a mischievous streak, a twinkle in his eye and a smile that could brighten any day.
    He had so many gifts and abilities and could turn his hand to anything. He showed resolve, resilience and determination in facing the many challenges throughout his long life.
    His music was legendary and I will especially miss our music times together.
    He leaves a legacy in the wonderful family that he loved so dearly.
    He will live on in the hearts and minds of all who loved him.
    Margaret Wearne

    Margaret Wearne February 1 2026 10:16 pm

11. Oh Brian, you will be missed. Little did I know when this beautiful, fateful connection was made that I’d meet one of my best mates. I mean… a banjo player? Seriously?! Your love and sensibility with music shouldn’t really have surprised me, but it did. And boy, did it bring joy for Mum and I! So, so many similarities between us. Your curiosity is something I’ll to take with me. Your ability to read a room, strike a meaningful conversation with anybody. An absolute gentleman with a heart of gold. That cheeky smile before saying something naughty. I’m just so glad that we had 6 good years of tea, whisky, music and conversation. And the odd rollie… In the end, I’m forever proud to say you were my Poppy.

    Sending all love and condolences to the Bell clan that have so kindly welcomed us into their lives. Though we can’t be there in person today, know that I’ll be simultaneously onstage at the South Florida Folk Festival singing them songs for Brian.

    Love Nige and Amy

    Nigel Wearne February 2 2026 8:44 am

12. Oh, how sweet it was to be loved by you Brian. A darling man that captured our hearts from the very moment we met you. It was such a beautiful gift to know you and we feel so lucky to have had these past 6 years with you in our lives. You made Nigel and I feel so very loved. And we sure loved you. We’ll cherish the memories forever xxx

    Amy Laidlaw February 2 2026 11:23 am

13. In loving memory of Brian. Adored brother of Beverley, brother in law of Tom (Dec) McLaren and uncle of
    Sue (Dec), David, Sally, Jane & Teresa and their families.
    Brian’s loving, caring ways and his thoughtfulness will remain in our thoughts and in our hearts forever.
    I will treasure the memories of the wonderful times we shared together along with “our song” –
    “With someone like you a Pal good and true”
    At perfect peace now in Gods loving care.
    ❤️Beverley

    Jane Pike February 2 2026 5:32 pm

14. Uncle Brian, I am so grateful that I was able to thank you personally just weeks ago. Thank you for being the best Uncle anyone could wish for, and for your constant love and support throughout my life. Your kindness meant so much to me, especially during the heartbreaking loss of my dad Billy, my brother Billy, and more recently my nephew Pat.

    I will forever hold close the joy of recent times —
    the shared singsong with you and your grandson Nigel,
    your eyes shining with pride over that new accordion from America.
    Those moments are now precious memories, filled with music and love.

    We send all our love and heartfelt condolences to the Bell family.
    Though we cannot be there in person, please know you remain in our thoughts and prayers.

    Trisha, Lutz and Seb Bell-Bartels

    Trisha Bell-Bartels February 3 2026 2:55 pm