Janet Bell

BELL, Janet Elizabeth September 5, 1935 September 6, 2008 Died peacefully after a long and happy life. Predeceased by her loving husband Peter, her brothers Gerald, Jeffery, Howard and sister Clare. Janet is survived by her precious daughter Elizabeth, devoted son and wife Russell, Dana and beautiful Natalie, loving sister-in-law and nephew Mary and Tom, dear friends Les and Joan, family and friends in England and Canada. Janet was born in Monmouthshire and educated at Derby Diocesan College and the I.M. Marsh College of Physical Education. Janet taught in schools in England and Canada. She finally trained teachers at Redlands Diocesan College, Bristol. In 1967 Janet came to Victoria to marry Peter and attend St. Georges Church which became her spiritual home. Her good organizational leadership skills were clearly demonstrated in the many roles she undertook. Janet was deeply concerned about education and was actively involved with other parents in enriching the lives of the students in all the schools her children attended. Janet was an enthusiastic participant in the Jane Austen Society, The Goward House and the Monarchist Society. She was a keen gardener, a gifted flower arranger and a voracious reader. It is for her hospitality that she will be remembered. Her annual garden parties were a gathering place for all her friends. Janet touched many people's lives with her generosity of spirit, her kindness and her deep abiding faith. She was a loving mother, sister, aunt, and a compassionate and faithful friend. We invite you to celebrate Janet's life at a memorial service at St. George the Martyr Church, Cadboro Bay, Friday September 12 at 1 pm. Flowers welcome or donations to BC Cancer Society or Victoria Hospice. 498113