Peter BELL Obituary

To Trish n family
So sad our old boxing mate has grown his wings and gone to the big boxing ring in the sky
What a great man Peter was
We have just heard of his passing and will remember him always
Regards Mike, Jan Parkinson n family in Australia

You are all in my thoughts. Pete will always hold such vivid memories for me, from the times at Vicki Street when he visited grandad, or the various gatherings I saw him at. He was always so kind, full of life and had a hug and smile for me. Lots of love to you all.

Bob Eathorne 21 march

A sad time for Trish and family ,and the wider community: not only the Coast.My

special memories are of Bells Ice Cream,corner of High and Chapel Streets;getting a punch on the bicep from older Frank;Lennie in the same standard three class singing Steamboat Bill to the class,;Tim's association,and the fun and laughter of Peters company.A respected man who will be miseed by so many.Rest in peace

Trish and family, sorry to hear of Pete's passing. Have great memories of school and teenage years and beyond. Certainly plenty of escapades and fun times we shared together, never to be forgotten. With deepest sympathy. Bill and Karen Ryall

Trish and family, sorry to hear of Pete's passing. Have a lot of great memories of escapades and fun times we shared during our school days, and later life, will always treasure. Deepest sympathy.
Bill and Karen Ryall, Auckland..

Growing up in Greymouth was being with the Bells. We were all at school together, Peter was my age, my sister Yvonne worked in the shop, I was an ice cream boy. Peter was always warm and interesting and he and they were and remain special.

Dear Trish and Family
How sad it is for you all to have lost Peter. He will be deeply missed by you all and by those who had the good fortune to have had his friendship. We hope you can find some comfort in the coming days, months, and years by sharing the great memories and stories of your lives together. He is now at rest and we know he will have been welcomed with open arms by those already passed - the stories they will share ...!
We're sorry we can't be at Peter's farewell today but we will be thinking of you.

Trish and family. Condolences and love from me. Peter was a lovely man and in my mind will always be associated with the Bell family in Greymouth. Such fond memories of Peter and a great family. Although I hadn't seen Peter for some years my brother John and I spoke often about Peter and what was happening in his life. May the road rise to meet you Pete, May the wind be always at your back. Rest in Peace.

Dear Trish and family. I was so sad to hear of Pete's passing. Pete was a great mate and trainer to me. I always looked forward to my training sessions with Pete and equally as such pouring him a pint at the Miller. His ability to cure everything with garlic always amused Dad and I. I'm sure he will be having a beer or two with mum and dad now. Pete was a very special man to me. Much love Amanda Storey X

So sorry to hear of Pete's passing. Our thoughts are with you Trish. Hugs.

Dear Trish, Tony, Greg and the Family.
Very sad to read of Peter's death in this morning's Press. My sincere sympathy to all of you. Be at peace Peter.
I am out-of-town and unable to attend the Requiem tomorrow. RIP
Bill Dowling.

Condolences to Trish and the Bell family for their loss.
I'll miss you Peter Arthur, rest in peace.

Sad and upset as I am at Peter's passing he was a top bloke and a great friend it also brings with it a degree of concern for me. As we were in the pouch together Peter's phrase our mother's had worked together and were good friends we felt we had met before we arrived. We went through every class together at school, left home for Wellington together, then Hamilton, where Peter met Trish, and they subsequently married. We also felt our journey would continue at the end, in which case I have three month's left. Nick Harnett.

Thinking of you all at this sad time.

Trish and Family, please accept my sympathy and love at this time of great loss. Pete has always been a part of my life, as a friend, neighbour, teammate and confidante. I'll always remember him with great warmth and fondness.