On Thursday, November 14, 2024, peacefully, aged 86 years. Much loved husband and best friend of Pam for 64 years, loved father and father-in-law of Tony, Julie and Don, Herbie and Jen, Nicci and Ben, loved grandfather and great-grandfather, and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Ding Bell, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A celebration of Ding’s life will be held in our Oaklands Chapel, corner of Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on  Wednesday, November 20, at 2.30pm, followed by a private cremation.