Stephen Terrence BELLRINGER

STEPHEN TERRENCE BELLRINGER Stephen Terrence Bellringer, 76, of Vancouver, BC, passed away on November 9, 2022, following a lengthy, courageous battle with cancer. He managed the last stage of life with humility and strength, endearing himself to those around him. In his own words, Stephen 'had a heck of a run.' Appreciative, humble and a pragmatist, his life experiences gave him a trusted perspective. He was welcoming and generous in every sense of the word. He listened attentively and offered restrained practical advice, often adding a touch of humour. Stephen was better known to many as Steve, Steve-o, Dad, Grandpa and Bonka. He was a devoted husband and father, compassionate friend, stock market enthusiast and accomplished napper. He was an avid reader, sun-seeker, a prodigious back-of-the-envelope mathematician, great euchre partner, all-star dishwasher and terrible cook. He was equal parts patient and impatient, in a mostly charming way. Stephen's many professional accomplishments included president and CEO of Cdn Hotel Income Properties REIT, Orca Bay Sports & Entertainment, BC Gas (Fortis), Trans Mountain Pipelines and Union Gas. He served as chair of BC Hydro, Coast Appliances, Anthem Properties, Retrocom REIT; as director for Quadreal Property Group, Ballard Power, Slocan Forest Products, Timberwest Forest Corp, Trimin Capital, and others; and as alternate governor for the NHL and NBA. He shared his time with non-profits including as chair of the University of Windsor and the Canadian Gas Association, vice-chair of the BC Business Council, director of the BC Children's Hospital Foundation and the Vancouver Board of Trade, and advisory committee member for the Institute of Corporate Directors' BC Chapter and Bowen Island Municipal Council. His proudest accomplishments were as father and grandfather. Stephen adored his children and vice versa. He was their biggest fan and he loved them unconditionally. His encouragement and infinite support came in all forms. He considered himself beyond lucky to have - and deeply love - four incredible grandchildren. He was quick to say they were inspirations in his fight with illness, and he was a much-anticipated source of joy to each of them. Stephen leaves behind his wife of 45 years, Kathy; his son David (Merle) and grandchildren Lucy and Stanley; his daughter Kate (Dallyn) and grandchildren Foster and Monroe; his sisters Sheila (Mel) and Diana (Doug), nephew Todd (Rachel) and nieces Stacey (Mike), Christina (Matt), Meagan and Erin (Dante); and an incredible group of people for whom he cherished the role of friend, colleague, mentor, golf partner, and stand-in dad. Not in his nature to seek recognition, when asked how he wanted to be celebrated Stephen asked that we simply support one another and move forward together. In lieu of flowers, donations may be considered to the BC Cancer Foundation.