Passed away on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 in Port Perry, Ontario.

Sam Bell of Nestleton Station, was born in Northern Ireland to Mary and Samuel Bell on February 25, 1934.

He immigrated to Canada in March 1970 with his wife Jean and their 3 young children.

He worked his entire career in Canada for Thorco Contracting making many lifelong friends.

Sam is survived by his brother Charles (Margaret), sister-in-law Elizabeth, daughter Marianne (Jim), son Samuel (Marni), friend Eileen, grandchildren Jennifer (Phillip), Christopher (Amanda), Maegan (Colum), Melissa (Amanda), Raylynne (William), Drew (Ana), Taylor (Ryan), and Emma (Justin).

He was preceded in death by his wife of over 50 years, Jean, his brothers John and Frank, and his sisters Jean, Molly, Sadie, Margaret and Irene. He will be missed by a very large clan in Ireland, Scotland, England, and Wales.

The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Oak Ridges Hospice staff, volunteers and Dr. Steven Russell.

The Family of Samuel Bell will receive friends at the Wagg Funeral Home, Port Perry, on Saturday, May 6th from 1 – 2 p.m. A Service to Celebrate his life will be held in the Chapel at 2 p.m.

If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.