Obituary of Donald Bell

Bell, Donald J. Professor Emeritus, MCC Webster: Donald went to be with his heavenly family on Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at age 82. He is predeceased by his parents, Frances and Peter Bell and grandson, Simon Peter Harris. He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Faith; children, Bridget, Mary, Matthew (Kimberly) and Peter (Deanna) Bell; grandchildren, Zachary, Madison, Manny, Jack and Sloane; sister, Elaine (Richard) Fuller; relatives and many dear friends. He was a proud graduate of St. Ambrose Elementary School and Aquinas Institute Class of '50. Don graduated from the Pennsylvania State University, Class of 1955, where he was President of his Student Council, Captain of the Lacrosse Team and All American. For 2 months he was assistant Director of Student Activities at Penn State before he was drafted and spent 2 years in the army (Korean Conflict). He taught school in Lyons, NY, The City of Rochester and retired from Monroe Community College after 35 years of service, where he taught Recreation Rehabilitation in the Physical Education Department. He started the 1st Lacrosse Program at MCC. He worked at the Democrat and Chronicle as a District Manager. Don was inducted into the USA Lacrosse Hall of Fame, MCC Hall of Fame and Aquinas Hall of Fame. He was a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus, Color Corp., and Past Grand Knight. Recently he received their "Caregiver" Award. His greatest enjoyment was being his Children's and Grandchildren's biggest fan both off and on the field. The family would like to express their appreciation to all who participated in Don's care at both Rochester General Hospital and Strong Memorial Hospital and to our dear relatives and friends. Calling hours MONDAY 2-5 and 7-9 at the Falvo Funeral Home, 1295 Fairport Nine Mile Point Rd. (Route 250 in Webster). On Tuesday family and friends are asked to go directly to St. Rita's Church, (1008 Maple Dr., Webster) for the Celebration of his Funeral Mass at 11:15AM. Interment Private and at a later date. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Trinity Council, 70 Barrett Dr., Webster, NY 14580, or Aquinas Athletic Dept. Bless you all.