Allan Bell June 25, 2026

Allan Bell passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, at his Georgian Bluffs residence on Thursday June 25, 2026. Allan Thomas Bell at the age of 82 years. Devoted husband of Jackie for 61 years. Dear father of Angela (Malcolm Ellis), of Grand Cayman, Nancy (John McCowan), and Carolyn Bell, both of Georgian Bluffs. Cherished grandfather of Dylan and Connor McCowan. Dear brother of Nancy (Ken Heppenstall), of Vancouver; and brother-in-law of Allene (Butch Braithwaite), of Durham, and Karen Hargrave (late David), of Hanover. Sadly missed by his nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Ivan and True; and daughter, Sherri (1970). Family wish to express their thanks to Dr. Lothstein, and to the nursing staff of Care Partners for their kindness to Allan. Private family Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas C. Whitcroft Funeral Home & Chapel, Sauble Beach (519) 422-0041. Donations to Sick Kids would be greatly appreciated. Condolences may be expressed online at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com

Private family Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas C. Whitcroft Funeral Home & Chapel, Sauble Beach (519) 422-0041.

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    Gary and Marg Tambling says

    To the Family of Allan Bell.
    We are so sad to hear of Allan’s passing. You are all in our thoughts at this sad time. Please accept our sympathy. If he was like his family, he was a great guy. Love you all.

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    Jennifer (Dupuis) Hopcraft says

    Sending my sincere condolences to the whole family.

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    Laurie Burt says

    My sincere condolences to Jackie, Angie, BooBoo, Carolyn and Families.
    Allan will be missed dearly, but never forgotten. He was a very kind man and loved his Family.

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    Vivian MacDonald says

    Jackie – my sympathy to you and all the family on the passing of Allan. I remember when you started dating. Lots of memories over the years with the Bell family.

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    Diane Sheppard says

    Sincere condolences for your loss Jackie to you and your family.

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    Ray & Marilyn Watson says

    Dear Jackie and family,
    Our thoughts and prayers go out to you for the sad loss of your Allan.
    I have such fond memories of you both and many happy memories of babysitting your sweet little
    Angela and Nancy. Love and prayers. Marilyn Sinclair- Watson

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    Barb & Burt Liverance says

    Deepest sympathy Jackie & family on the loss of your husband & father. Cherish your memories & he will always remain near. My thoughts are with you, big hugs

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    Douglas McAllister says

    My condolences to Al’s wife & family ,Al was a good person & will be missed

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    Pat & Pete Whittemore says

    Jackie and family. So sorry to hear of the passing of Allan. You are in our thoughts and prayers

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    Shèrida Scott says

    We are so very sorry to hear of the Al’s passing. Please know that we are thinking of you during this very difficult time.
    With love, Shèrida, Geneviève, Myrna, and Don.

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    Shirley Cole says

    So sorry Jackie, to her of Al’s passing. My sympathies to you and your families

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    Shirley Cole says

    Nancy and Ken,
    Sorry to hear of Al’s passing. My condolences

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    Dianne Dickson says

    Jackie, Angie, Nancy & Carolyn:
    I was so sorry to hear that Al had passed away.
    He will certainly be missed by everyone who knew and loved him.
    Hang on and cherish all the memories.
    My sincere condolences. Dianne Dickson

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    Bill Walker says

    Dear Jackie, Angie & Malcolm, Nancy & John, Carolyn, Nancy & Ken and extended family,
    May fond memories give you comfort and hoping it helps to know friends have you in their thoughts and prayers.
    With Condolence,
    Bill Walker

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    Marlene & Bill Holman says

    Jackie and family, so sorry to hear of Al’s passing. He was a great man. Think of all the good memories.

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    Ron Dickson says

    Sorry to hear of Al’s passing. He was a very good neighbour for many years.

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    Carol Williamson says

    My heartfelt condolences go out to Jackie and her girls. He will certainly be missed. Cherish all the great memories. Hug! Dave and Carol Williamson ❤

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    Ray and Marj Marklevitz says

    Jackie and Family. Our deepest condolence . Marj and Ray

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    Marlene West says

    Jackie and family.Condolences in the loss of your loved one. May you find comfort in each other in this time of sorrow.

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    Laura and Gord Coulter says

    Dear Jackie Angie Nancy Carolyn and Families.
    So very sorry to hear of Allan’s passing. Please know you are all in our Thoughts and Prayers at this most difficult time.

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    Holly Morrow says

    Jackie, Carolyn, Nancy and Angela – I am so saddened to hear of Al’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences and know I am thinking of you all. XOXO Holly Morrow – HCSS Grey Bruce

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    Bev and Rose Patterson says

    Our deepest sympathy Jackie, to you and your family on the loss of Al.
    Thinking of you at this difficult time.

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    Verna Elliott says

    Sincere condolences to Jackie and her family and Nancy and Ken.
    Warm hugs to all
    Ed & Verna Elliott

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    Stan Hoath says

    Sincere sympathy to all of Al,s extended family.Cherish all the memories The Hoath Family.

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    Shelley Buchanan says

    I am so saddened to hear of Allan my thoughts are with his family at this difficult time
    Shelley and Neil

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    Hope Campbell says

    Dear Jackie & family, Nancy, Ken & family
    I was very saddened to read of Al’s passing, praying that your many happy remembrances together, will sustain you all, at this difficult time.
    Sincerely
    Hope

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    Sandy Willson says

    We are so sorry to hear of Allen’ s passing. You’re an amazing family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

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    Donna Sutter says

    My deepest sympathy to all on the loss of a wonderful man, husband and Poppa.
    Take time to grieve, be gentle with yourselves.
    Holding you all in my heart during this difficult time.

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    Patricia Hepburn says

    Dear Jackie and Family
    So Sorry for your Loss Jackie. My Prayers and Thoughts
    are with you at this sad time for you all.
    Pat Hepburn

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    Jim and Shirley Sinclair says

    To Jackie and Family
    Jim and I would like to express our Deepest Sympathy for our loss. May you find comfort in the many memories you shared

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