Passed away peacefully at her home on February 8, 2024, surrounded by loving family members and her dear friend, Carl. A cherished mother, grandmother and wonderful friend to all who had the privilege to know her. Predeceased by her loving husband of 37 years, William “Sarge” Bell. Grace was born in Aldershot, England, the fourth of five children, on March 18, 1930. Growing up during World War II was a defining period for her. Trained as a lab technician in London, England, she immigrated to Canada with her family in 1950; she spent much of her career working in hospital laboratories, including Sunnybrook, North York General and York-Finch General Hospitals. At York-Finch, she became a well-respected lab manager, known for going above and beyond to provide guidance and support to her staff.

Grace was loving, generous and kind, with a great sense of humour. She retired at age 65 and became an active volunteer in her community. Grace loved to travel, with the Outer Banks of North Carolina being a favoured destination. She also enjoyed spending time in nature, golfing, hiking, cross country skiing, reading, and crafts, especially crocheting and knitting. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Grace’s determination to remain at home during her final years was made possible by many wonderful and loving support workers, nurses and doctors. A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Hamrahi, social worker Monica, and friend Alicia, from The Dorothy Ley Hospice, who provided Grace with much kindness and support over the past 20 months.

Visitation will be held at Turner & Porter Yorke Chapel, 2357 Bloor Street West, Toronto on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 from 6 to 8 PM and Thursday, February 15, 2024 from 2 to 3 PM. Funeral service will follow at 3 PM and light refreshments will be served immediately afterwards. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Dorothy Ley Hospice (dlhospice.org), Yonge Street Mission (ysm.ca) or CNIB (cnib.ca).