Jim Bell. Late of Lissadel, The Folly, Waterford.
Jim died peacefully at home with his loving family by his side after a sudden and brief illness.
Friday the 9th of October 2026
RIP.
Leaving behind his beloved wife Marie (née Griffin), brother Leonard and sister Kay, children Miriam, Paul, Ruth, Sinead and Niamh, sons in law David, Brendan, Donal and Bill and his 12 grandchildren Rachel and Sarah; Lucia, Noah, Colin and Julia; Laura, Sean and James; Michael, Dominique and Donnacha and great grandchild Adonis. Predeceased by his parents Josie and Paddy, the first baby Miriam, his brother Anthony and sister Myra, sisters in law Ena and Terry and brothers in law Shay, Brian and Tony, and nephew Anthony. Fondly remembered by his brothers and sisters in law, his nieces, nephews and wide circle of friends, neighbours and swimming, golfing and work friends.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam
Jim will be reposing in Falconers Funeral Home, Tramore, Co. Waterford X91TW21 on Sunday the 11th of October from 5pm to 7pm.
All are welcome
House Private Please.
Jim’s Requiem Mass will take place on Monday the 12th of October at 1pm at The Sacred Heart Church, The Folly, Waterford City, after which Jim will be laid to rest in St. Otteran’s Cemetery, Ballinaneeshagh, Waterford. City. Anyone wishing to take part in Jim’s Mass remotely can do so by using the link below
Jim’s Funeral Cortege will walk from his family home at approximately 12:30pm on Monday the 12th of October to arrive for his Requiem Mass.
Family flowers only, donations if desired to the South East Community Specialist Palliative Care (CSPC) Services.
Book of Condolence
Anyone wishing to leave a message of condolence can do so below.
James Falconer (Undertaker)
Coolgower Woods,
Tramore Road,
Waterford
051 35 58 72
www.falconersundertakers.com
Condolences (4)
Declan and Frances O’Sullivan
Oct 10, 2026
Will be missed. A swimming buddy of ours for many years. RIP Jim
Gertrude Kane Ballybeg Court
Oct 10, 2026
Sincere condolences to all family and friends of Jim, one of nature's gentlemen, may he rest in peace. Phil and Gertrude Kane . Collage green. RIP.
Alan Falconer
Oct 10, 2026
On behalf of my wife jenny may we send our sympathy to the bell family on the death of Jim Jim was a great neighbour, down to earth person and was always a pleasure to chat with. May we send our deepest sympathy at this sad time Jenny and Alan Falconer Waterford city
Grainne King
Oct 10, 2026
Marie, Miriam, Paul, Ruth, Sinead and Niamh, I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss my chats when I’m home, with your lovely dad , about travel adventures and swimming in the Guilamene. Condolences and love to you all Grainne (Quinn)