Bellis:James Paul.
At Stevenson Memorial Hospital, Alliston, on Sunday August 9th, 2015. Paul Bellis, in his 64th year, beloved husband of Brenda, and loving father of Daniel and Meghan. Beloved son of Barbara and the late James “Jim” Bellis, and son-in-law of Heidi and Wayne White. Dear brother of Susan and her husband Mike and brother-in-law of Andrea , and Monica and Darrin. Remembered with love by his nieces and nephews Bill (Elizabeth) Hearty, Crystal (Chris) Miller, Adam, Alannah, Jake, and Karli.
The family will receive friends at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham, 905-936-3477 on Tuesday August 18th, 2015 from 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to Stevenson Memorial Hospital Foundation, 200 Fletcher Cres., Box 4000, Alliston, ON., L9R 1W7 would be appreciated by the family.
Sheila Bell says
I just heard of Paul’s passing, and I am still in shock. When one of my Piano Parents pass, I tell the students we need to keep on playing so dad can hear your music and not feel lonely. I look forward to seeing Daniel and Meghan and you too Brenda, but will miss Paul’s unique musical terminology and smile!!!!
Kim Coutts says
Dear Meghan and Daniel – I was very sorry to hear about your Dad’s passing. I will be praying that you will be given strength and that you are able to hold on to the great memories you have of your Dad. Sincerely, ~Mrs. Coutts
Peter Hegarty says
So sorry to hear of Paul’s passing.
My sincere condolences to his family.
Paul was one of a kind.
Karen Taylor says
Brenda, my condolences to you and your family…..Karen
Jim Frechette says
My condolences to his family. Paul was always a pleasure to work with. Very sad to hear of his passing.
Nick Mol says
My condolences to you and family on Paul’s passing. I know that somewhere up in the night sky there is now another star which is brighter than all the rest.R.I.P
Dave Bond says
My deepest condolences for your loss. Paul was a good man. Always a pleasure to work with. Insightful and funny…
John & Pat Coles says
Dear Brenda, Meghan & Daniel – our thoughts and sympathies are with you. May your memories of such a wonderful husband and father be a comfort to you at this difficult time. Lots of love and hugs.
Stephanie Foo says
I am very sorry to hear about the passing of Paul. My condolences from our family to yours during this difficult time.
Ken Lawrence says
The passing of Paul Bellis takes from this world a truly humane soul. Passion, intellect, and humor have rarely been so combined in one individual.
To experience pure joy, was to be with Paul on a locomotive. His love of his family and his craft could be seen there.
I will miss the connection of language I had with Paul. The extrapolation of a word or a phrase, contextualizing current meanings from staid, old concepts. From the mundane to the esoteric, all ideas were to be explored, parsed, and expounded.
Brenda, Meghan, Daniel: My prayers are with you in this most difficult of times.
Carmen Smith says
Brenda I am so sorry to hear about your husband. My heart is broken for you and the kids. I’m thinking of you.
Megan Pranovi says
Thinking of you at this difficult time. Hold on to your wonderful memories forever and ever. They will provide you with the strength and energy you need for the future. Take care.
Tammi Corbett says
Brenda and family,
My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time! Thinking about you and the kids…XOXO
Mary Sagert says
Brenda, Meghan and Daniel
Just to let you know that I,m
thinking of you during this difficult time.
In sympathy and friendship
Mary Sagert
John Kerr says
He was a great guy to work and talk with. Always positive. Very sorry to hear of the family’s loss.
Aunt Janice says
I had a great respect for Paul since he joined our family. He walked in grace, intelligence, compassion, with a dash of humour, no matter the situation. He had that Gordon Lightfoot, nasal, quiet speaking voice that made you pay attention so not to miss the story or the twist at the end! I am so sorry for your loss, but I’m sure he’s left you with what you need to carry on. His spirit and strength will live on in you all. You are in my thoughts and prayers. My sincere condolences to the Bellis family as well. With much Love, Aunt Janice
Jim Heels says
Paul..your family has absorbed a great loss..you will be remembered by all and your family are in our prayers. I will remember the great conersations we had and laughter. RIP your friend Jim
David Bellis & Agathe Polach says
It is so hard to be at Kawagama lake and not think of Paul. As a child I remember him being the big brother (cousin) who always laughed and smiled and took a genuine love of showing me (and Sandy/John) how to build stick villages in the sand, or show us the nature around us. How Paul would later drive up after dark and join us all at the campfire and pull out his guitar and sing. Brenda, Daniel,Meghan, you know of these great traits and so many more he possessed and shared.
Paul is deeply missed and loved. As so many generations have said and still do; “he is watching from where he is.”
He has walked with us all this time on our side of the street. He still walks with us. The only difference is he is now just walking on the other side of the same street.
It may be difficult to hear him from there and you can’t hold his hand, but he is still here, still listening, still watching. By the way, he’s not alone over there. He’s got quite a gathering of others who you have loved and miss. Paul is in good company.
Jason, Michelle and Cole Woodward says
Brenda, Daniel and Meghan – our sincere condolences on the loss of a great father and husband. Take comfort in your memories, and that he is watching over you now and always. Please remember you have a community of support behind you. Thinking of you.
Pat McFadden says
Very sorry to hear of Paul’s passing.
Sincere condolences to his family.
He was one of the most articulate gentleman I ever had the pleasure of working with at CP.
The Welsh Family says
We are all deeply saddened at the loss of Paul; We send our condolences to everyone .
He was so proud of and loved his family; wishing you gods love and support through this difficult time; xxoo
John Lockyer says
My condolences to Paul’s family it is always a shock when we lose one of our work brothers, Paul was one of a kind I had many good trips working with him.
Elyned Ivany says
Dear Brenda, Meghan and Daniel,
Thinking of all of you and wishing you strength and comfort at this difficult time.
Gary Walsh says
Paul: You weren’t just part of our great history and an institution of the CPR but the very fabric of our great country. We are so proud of you. Gary Walsh & Catherine Fontaine
jack buchanan says
I was deeply saddened upon learning of Paul,s passing.we worked together many times over the years and it was always a pleasure. my condolences to the family.
Doug, Barb, Eric & Michael Kowalinski says
It is with sincere sadness that we learn of Paul’s passing. A true gentleman in every definition of the word. Pauls love of his family was never hidden. It was always a pleasure to see him at the school or around town, always with a smile on his face and always with kind words to offer. His interests were many, speaking of them always with a smile on his face. Brenda, Mehgan and Daniel, please accept our condolences and know we’re are only a phone call away. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Samantha Baillie says
My family and I are thinking about you guys and with you guys during this time, thank you for all the awesome times Paul, we will be thinking about you!❤️
Dean Selby says
It’s always a sad day when you loose family , friends or coworker . I considered Paul as a friend . Work with or around Paul for 27 years . Never had a bad day when Paul was near . Paul will be missed .
Carol Birrell says
Dear Bren,
Conner and I are thinking of you and the twins during this sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. xxxooo
Darlene Mooney says
Dear Brenda, Meghan and Daniel, Words can not express my deep sadness for your loss. It was always such a pleasure to meet with Paul and Brenda. The passion you showed for your children filled our classroom with something very special. Please know I am thinking of you all at this most difficult time.
Marg McGibbon says
Brenda my thoughts are with you and your family.
Terri Morello says
My very deepest sympathy to Brenda, Daniel, and Meghan. I am so sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Please hug the kids for me, Terri Morello
The Marengeur Family says
We would like to send our deepest sympathy to Meghan, Daniel and of course, to Brenda during this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss. Paul was a very friendly man who loved his family dearly. Hugs to all of you.
Paula, Tim, Tessa and Cal Marengeur.
Kirsten Hammond says
Sorry to hear such sad news Brenda and family. My thoughts are with you all during this time.
Rob Outwater says
Always a smile and a kind thought….another brother joins the pool of our lost, but never forgotten souls in that railway in heaven. R.I.P.
Our heartfelt condolences to all your loved ones.
Ron &Rita Plunkett says
Dear Brenda,Daniel & Meghan we too have shared in hearing the many stories of Pauls’ passions,hobbies and family. You are the light of his heart and his brightest “stars”. With deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences we send love,peace & courage. Blessings.
Wade Frank says
You’re going to be missed Paul, always a pleasure learning new things from you. Condolences from my family to yours.
Scott hyde says
I worked with and around Paul ,for over 30 years. I never had a bad day working with. Paul. He will be missed. I am very sorry for your loss.
Pam Wolfenden says
My thoughts are with you and your kids.
Al Green says
Brenda and family, Our thoughts are with you all. I worked with Paul many times over the years, he always had many stories to tell. Many times talking about the family.
He will be sadly missed,
Mario menezes says
What a great man lots of interesting talks and laughs together he will be missed for sure God speed my friend.
Sharlene Webber says
Brenda and family, I am so sorry for you great loss.
Lisa & Ed Brencis says
We’re so very sorry for your loss.
Jane Crombie says
Sincere condolences to you Brenda and your children.
Chase Kostiuk says
Going to miss Paul
lots of laughs and knowledge from him. Condolences to the family.
Michael Knapp says
My sincere condolences to the entire family, Paul was a true gentleman and I will most certainly miss him!
Aaron Gabrielse says
Paul was a great guy to be around. He’ll be missed, big time.