David Henderson Bellware

I only knew Dave online through the Colloquy group where he was a moderator. But he long had a strong presence there and helped keep discussions civil. He shared some of his adventures and there was a number of long conversations on a very wide range of topics.

Both being David's, we had to come up with monikers to distinguish ourselves on the forum, he using Big Bells and myself le Canuck. (He didn't want to be blamed for things I said.)

I was sad to hear of his passing. My...

Dave came to live with us when his father (Dan) became ill. I was in bed watching TV when this gentle giant comes into the bedroom and says "Nite Mom." Imagine my surprise and shock. I was Dave's Step Mom. That was such a loving and surprising thing to do that it left me speechless.
Recently because he knew of my fondness for wine he has been sending me at first six bottles and his last shipment was a full case). I am reluctant to drink them. I want to save them. I still have a...

Dear Jean & Family

I received the notice today about the passing of David.

I did have the pleasure of meeting David at least twice and enjoyed our indepth conversations, especially about music in schools and how the governing boards cut music class in most schools all in the name of budget cuts.

Please accept my sincere sympathies to you and all your family. David left us all too soon.

Glenda Bellware
Lasalle,
Quebec, Canada

I HAVE FOND MEMORIES OF THE WONDERFUL FIRST BELLWARE REUNION IN POTOSI, MISSOURI. I ESPECIALLY REMEMBER THE FUN DAVE HAD, SOAKING EVERYONE WITH WATER BALLOONS.UEBCJ