Passed away peacefully in his 77th year. Beloved husband of Trish, and cherished father of Mike and Kathy, Karen and Steve, and Jason. Much loved Grandpa and Poppa to Stacey, Megan, Josh, Charlie, Cameron, Katie, and Jacob.

A service to celebrate Russell's life is to be held at Bethlehem Baptist Church, 90 Bethlehem Rd, Tauranga on Friday 17 February at 2.00pm.

In lieu of flowers donations preferred to Starship Hospital at starship.org.nz

The family wish to express their sincere thanks to all the staff at Bethlehem Views for their wonderful care of Russell. Communications to the Bell family c/- PO Box 3136, Tauranga.