Merrilyne Dorothy Bell

After a brief illness, the death Merrilyne Bell of Beaver Harbour occurred at the Charlotte County Hospital on Friday, April 28, 2017. She was born on July 7, 1938 in St. Stephen to the late Lemuel and Marion Smith. Merrilyne worked briefly at Connors Brothers but she dedicated her life to her family. She was a amazing mother and grandmother. In her spare time, Merrilyne enjoyed watching TV, car rides, knitting and cooking for her family. She especially enjoyed visits from her great-grandchildren.

Merrilyne is survived by her children: Joan Merrill (Jack) of St. Stephen, Steven Whittier (Lois) of Beaver Harbour, Colen Bell of Beaver Harbour and Robert Bell of Pennfield; brothers: Dean, Hike and Junior Smith; sisters: Donna Merritt, Elizabeth West, Kate Morales and Margaret Daigle (Paune) all from Massachusetts and New Hampshire; grandchildren: Cindy, Laurie, Shane, Tana, Christie, Lee, David, Stevie and Stefanie; 13 great-grandchildren; daughters-in-law: Elaine and Carman; several cousins, nieces and nephews. Merrilyne was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Colen Bell; sons: Gary, John, and David; daughter, Evelyn; brother, Doran and sister, Pauline.

Resting at the St. George Funeral Home, 26 Portage Street, St. George (755-3533) with visitation on Sunday from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held from the Funeral Home Chapel on Monday, May 1, 2017 at 11:00 am with Rev. Reg Ward officiating. Interment will take place in Rollingdam United Cemetery. For those who wish remembrances to the charity of the donor's choice would be appreciated by the family.