It’s with sadness in our hearts that we announce that our beautiful Catherine passed away peacefully in Melbourne on Sunday, September 13, 2026, aged 57 years. Beloved daughter of Brendan and Margret. Loved and cherished sister of Sharon, Michael and Vicki, Frances, Patrick and Shelley, Bernie and Mario, Jason and Melanie. Much-loved favourite Aunt of her tribe of nieces and nephews.
Special and heartfelt thanks to Dr Krishna and the team of amazing nurses at the Icon Cancer Centre, Mildura, Dr Richard Chen and his team, the nursing staff in Ward 2 East, Alfred Hospital, and all who supported Catherine throughout her illness.
If preferred in lieu of flowers donations to the ICON Cancer Centre Mildura would be appreciated and may be left at the service (envelopes provided) or via the link https://www.iconcancerfoundation.org.au/
A funeral Mass to celebrate Catherine’s life will be conducted at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Calder Highway, Red Cliffs on Monday October 5, 2026 at 10.00am. A private cremation will be held.
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Rosemary & Neville Abrey
Our most sincerest condolences to the dear Bell family on the loss of your beautiful Catherine…Sending our heartfelt love to you all, Brendon & Margret (Mr & Mrs Bell), Sharon, Michael &Vicki, Frances, Patrick & Shelley, Bernie & Mario, Jason & Melanie and all the extended Bell family.
God Bless, with love Rosemary and Neville Abrey and Family.
Clare Cleave (nee Streten)
Sending love and strength to all the Bell family. Catherine was an incredible woman who I met through the Reidy family. She was pure light that radiated sunshine and love. Gone but never forgotten, rest peacefully now ♥️
Rae & Tracey Slorach
Brendan & Margret and family,
Sending hugs to you all today. Sorry we could not be there with you, but please know we’re thinking of you all.
Jill Gleeson
My Deepest condolences to Sharon and the Bell family. Such a lovely lady taken too soon.
Fiona Ransome
To the beautiful Bell family. Expressing my condolences to you all. I’m so glad I got to grow up with you all and share Catherine’s life with you. Catherine will be sadly missed forever. xx