Donald Alexander Bell
December 5, 1938 - June 14, 2025
Surrounded by close family, Don Bell, 86, of Morden, passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at Boundary Trails Health Centre. He is survived by his wife of 60 years Myrtle, and his children, Scott and Donna (husband Rick Yaschyshyn); his grandchildren Grace, Violet and Alex, and his brother Larry (Kathy) and nieces, nephews, and dear friends. He was predeceased by his parents Alec and Millie Bell, and granddaughter Vivian.
Don lived a rich life pursuing his passions and interests. He grew up on a farm in Ostenfeld, Manitoba, then met the love of his life Myrtle in 1959. After getting married and completing his Master’s degree at UND, Don and Myrtle came to Morden in 1967. Don and Myrtle encouraged their children Scott and Donna, in the love of sport, academics and the arts and taught by example what it meant to care for and support your neighbors and community, both in Manitoba and Mexico. Don’s varied passions included coaching, teaching, local history, music, art and travel. Through these pursuits Don impacted many peoples’ lives. He truly lived and believed that you “thank those who helped you by helping others”. He was a great mentor to many, but most important to him were his children and grandchildren. His legacy will live on through these relationships he forged throughout his amazing life.
A public Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, August 17, 2025 at 2pm at the Access Event Centre in Morden. All who knew and appreciated Don are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers or gifts, the family will be establishing a scholarship to support student athletes.
December 5, 1938 - June 14, 2025
Surrounded by close family, Don Bell, 86, of Morden, passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at Boundary Trails Health Centre. He is survived by his wife of 60 years Myrtle, and his children, Scott and Donna (husband Rick Yaschyshyn); his grandchildren Grace, Violet and Alex, and his brother Larry (Kathy) and nieces, nephews, and dear friends. He was predeceased by his parents Alec and Millie Bell, and granddaughter Vivian.
Don lived a rich life pursuing his passions and interests. He grew up on a farm in Ostenfeld, Manitoba, then met the love of his life Myrtle in 1959. After getting married and completing his Master’s degree at UND, Don and Myrtle came to Morden in 1967. Don and Myrtle encouraged their children Scott and Donna, in the love of sport, academics and the arts and taught by example what it meant to care for and support your neighbors and community, both in Manitoba and Mexico. Don’s varied passions included coaching, teaching, local history, music, art and travel. Through these pursuits Don impacted many peoples’ lives. He truly lived and believed that you “thank those who helped you by helping others”. He was a great mentor to many, but most important to him were his children and grandchildren. His legacy will live on through these relationships he forged throughout his amazing life.
A public Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, August 17, 2025 at 2pm at the Access Event Centre in Morden. All who knew and appreciated Don are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers or gifts, the family will be establishing a scholarship to support student athletes.