An Ode To Mother Bell

23 February 2015Robbie S, Privett ‘15

Many moons have come and gone since her appointment, and to this day, she continues to ignite smiles on the faces of students and staff across the Brentwood College campus. Epitomizing the core values of the school — grit and joy — Mother Bell’s decorated journey through the realms of Brentwood began long ago. 1978 was an age when the modern Brentwood was still in its emybro, and the year that Lisa Bell launched herself into the Brentwood bubble. She was 18 years old. Her subtle influence on the student body has been apparent throughout her tireless work in the cafeteria, a place of warmth and comfort for all those graced with her presence there over nearly four decades. Generations of students have relished her guidance for a staggering thirty seven years, as she has transitioned from the Old Caf, and relocated to the state-of-the-art facility in Crooks Hall. Despite 37 years of change in the Brentwood community, Mother Bell has never relinquished her modest, uplifting spirit, which is always one of pleasant tidings. Some of her fondest memories, as manifested by her affable spirit, are of the students she has served, guided and nurtured. Uplifting hugs are her speciality. “I’ve never met such a kind soul, it’s like having a mother away from home” said Nicolas F, Privett ’14. Such comments are typical of the students, as their love for her is evidently reciprocated. A precious soul with a heart of gold, Mrs. Lisa Bell will be remembered as the truest Brentonian to ever set foot on the campus. She is irreplaceable. On behalf of the student body, Lisa, you were the realest. We will miss you dearly. Robbie S, Privett ‘15

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