It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Amy Michelle Bell on November 21, 2025. Amy was born in Victoria on August 19, 1989, and spent her life at home with her parents. Amy was predeceased by her Nana (Wilma Taylor) in 2023. She leaves behind her parents (Kevin and Lori Bell), her beloved sister Alison (Patrick McBride), niece Rowan Amy McBride, her grandparents (Doug and Joan Bell) and many Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins that she loved dearly.
Amy was known for her infectious smile, hugs, sense of humour, innocence, and unconditional love for everyone she met. Amy attended Hampton, Lake Hill, Arbutus, and Reynolds schools, where she made friends easily and deep connections with her Education Assistants. Amy had a spark that drew people to her, and she taught simple Sign language to everyone she met. As an adult, Amy attended Good Neighbours Day Program and Music classes through Lifetime Networks. She loved to sing, dance, go on outings in her community and shop at Thrifty Foods. More than anything, Amy loved her family, friends, assistance, and caregivers.
A Celebration of Amy’s Life will be held on Friday May 1st, 2026, in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive at 10:00 a.m. For anyone wishing to attend via zoom, please email Keith at keithbellpda@gmail.com to recieve the link.
Amy will be laid to rest at Hatley Memorial Gardens.
Those wishing to donate in Amy’s name can do so through the Victoria Hospital Foundation or through Canadian Blood Services.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Dan Dempsey
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Jeannie and Mike Lori, Kevin and family,
We are saddened to hear of Amy’s passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Although we only met Amy a few times over the years we knew that she was absolutely delightful. May your happy memories and the love of your family and friends help you through this difficult time. You are very much in our thoughts.
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Beth Powell Dear Amy, she lit up everyone wherever she went. I had the pleasure of knowing Amy through my work as an EA. A joyful lovely girl. I send my love and condolences to her family, friends and all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
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Cook family - Kathleen, Kevin, Nicole, Stephanie and John Our family was so saddened to learn that wonderful Amy has passed. The world has been so much more sparkly with her in it … how fortunate we all were to be in her presence. We send our sincere condolences to you.
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Christine Soon-Locke (Mrs.Locke) Amy’s presence and joy for life will be missed.
It was a pleasure and privilege to have been part of Amy’s education journey at Arbutus Middle School. She always had a smile and quite adapt at communicating with sign language. Her life’s footprint has touched many hearts.
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Judy Fincham I am so saddened and sorry to hear of dear Amy’s passing. I worked with Amy at Arbutus middle school. She was a special girl full of love and laughter.
I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts are with you .
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Dolores Mebs Dear Lori, Kevin and Alison
I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Amy.
I first met Amy at Hampton School when she was in my grade 2 classroom. She was a precious member of our class. Amy was so well liked by everyone, gave us all hugs and lots of smiles, taught us all to use sign language and so much more about life.
A few years ago, I saw Amy at a Music in the Park event in Saanich. She loved music so much and there she was, dancing away near the stage. I went to speak to her, and she gave me her big, happy smile that always brought me so much joy.
I think of her always when I wear my ‘Piglet’ pin she gifted me. And now just memories of a dear little girl I was blessed to know and to be a part of my life. Thinking of you at this very sad and difficult time. Sending hugs to all of you.
Love,
Dolores Mebs
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JOANNE FRASER Dear Lori and Kevin,
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved daughter Amy. I first met you and Amy at a COCF Mom’s group coffee meeting when Amy was just a year or so old. I remember her as a beautiful and happy child, and the joy she brought to all knew her. I didn’t know her as an adult but it sounds as if she lived her life to the fullest through an number of community activities and enriched the lives of those around her as well. Thinking of you and your family.
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Mary Kenwood It was such a gift to know, love and care for Amy. I will miss her forever.
Sending my love and condolences to you all.
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Marjorie Fenwick Dear Lori and Kevin so sorry to hear of Amy’s passing what a shock.
I know Nana would be there with open arms greeting her.
Sending big hugs to the whole family.
Marjorie Fenwick ❤️
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Joe frenette I know no words can ease your pain. But know that you are loved and so is she. Big hugs, Joe.
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Pat Taylor I am so saddened by Amy’s passing. she was so dear. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Wish I could be there for you. Much love.
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Cam Culham (uncle Cam) Music jams won’t be as bright with Amy’s light…she was the beat! And she brought such joy to every session. Amy had so much to say and did share so much in her action packed but all too short time here on Earth… and she always asked and what about you how was your day? My condolences to her family whom she loves so much
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Dave Waugh My deepest condolences to you all , even though I only met Amy twice, I could tell what a gift she was to all she met and knew . Such a profound loss , my heart is with you all .
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Terie Marion Dear Lori and Kevin,
I was saddened to hear of Amy’s passing.
She couldn’t have chosen a better family to be born into.
My sincere condolences and hugs to you both and the family. oxox
Dear Kevin, Lori and Alison:
What a beautiful sendoff for Amy today. You captured her spirit and love of life so well – the video of Amy and your family was very touching and a perfect way to remember her. It was also very nice to see her caregivers and school friends in attendance. I know her spirit will live on with you forever. God bless her.”Somewhere over the rainbow” indeed.