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Ila BELL

2026 · Canterbury

Died 18 June 2026Posted 20 June 2026

On Thursday, June 18, 2026, peacefully in Christchurch, aged 89 years. Beloved daughter of the late Howard and Ila and sister and sister-in-law of the late Lang and Maureen. Dearly loved wife of the late Robin. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Nicola, Rachel and Dave van Leeuwen, and Kristin and Bruce Taylor (Hobart). Loved Grandma of Samuel, Tomas and Laura; Reuben and George; and Emily, James, Matthew and Richie. Loved GG of Amelie and Hazel. Many thanks to the staff at the Anthony Wilding Village and to Doctors Danielle and Sarah for their wonderful care of Janice.

Messages to the Janice Bell family, c/- PO Box 10345, Christchurch 8145 or kristin681012@gmail.com For Memorial Service details and to advise attendance, please contact Kristin at the email address above.

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