William BELL Obituary

Today ,I had reason to visit an oral surgeon. He was a young man at the beginning of his medical life and future in Maximo-facial surgery. I spoke with him about my nursing past and mentioned that ,in another life time I worked for William Marsden Bell managing his operating theatre at St Marks Clinic Remuera His consulting rooms were there along with "Baldy" Manchester Plastic Surgeon.time frame approx (1974/76)This Memory prompts me to write my memories of him at that time , 50 years ago. At that stage in his life he was a leading a very busy and full working life. Head of department at Middlemore ,head of oral surgery society ,and from memory had huge responsibilties overseeing the society´s complaints commission. Indeed a very full life , and not to forget his major role for many years as the maxio-facial surgeon at Middlemore Hospital. The man himself commanded a massive persona, well known in medical circles .highly respected, a very personable, humble,calm and unflappable personality.. great to work for. I thoroughly enjoyed my time working for him .. I just thought you would like to know as one of the "worker bees " in his life. Great memories of that time .. Kind regards Elizabeth van Kesteren

To Mrs Bell, David and family,

My sincere condolences for your loss. The wonderful memories of Mr Bell will never be forgotten.
On behalf of all the House Surgeons and Registrars who had the pleasure of working with Mr Bell, we enjoyed our time with him, always learning and grateful for his support and easy approachable nature.
Warmest regards,
Nina Vasan

Dear Mrs Bell, David and family. I´m very sad to hear of your loss. I am proud to have worked with Marsden, or Mr Bell as we called him then, at Middlemore Hospital Dental Dept in the late/early 90s/2000s.
His relaxed and friendly manner was always present and he was a very important part of our team. I have such fond memories, never forgotten. Love Tanya Scouler