Gerald Bell Gerald was born and brought up in Sheffield. A 30+ year career in banking (briefly interrupted by 2yrs National Service in the RAF) saw him travel extensively around the UK. He settled with his family in Norfolk in the 1970s and ended his days in Dersingham. Throughout his life his faith was very important to him. His other passions included church bell ringing, travellling and sharing his love of words through his poetry. He was a quiet, gentle man with a quick wit and a generous hear Manage Cookie Preferences