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Harold BELL

2026 · Bay of Plenty

Died 23 September 2026Posted 27 September 2026

BELL, Harold Desmond. (Des) With heavy hearts we share that our beloved father, Harold Desmond (Des) Bell, passed away in Tauranga Hospital on 23 September 2026 at 91 years of age following a stroke. Those who knew and loved Des, a farmer, are welcome to join us to celebrate his life on Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 11am at Legacy Tauranga, 383 Pyes Pa Road, Tauranga.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Salvation Army would be appreciated. From Alison, Gavin, Rodney and Vaughan. Messages and tributes for Des' family can be left at www. legacyfunerals.co.nz/ s/bell.

Arranged by Legacy Funerals (Papamoa)

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