A woman of profound creativity and intellect, Belle lived by the mantra that "Life would be nothing without a book; if there are no books, there is no life."
Belle was an exceptionally talented artist whose drawings and paintings captured the beauty she saw in the world. Her skill with a needle and thread was legendary; she crafted everything from clothes for her family to the drapes that warmed their home. Her handmade holiday crafts remain cherished treasures. For 55 years, she was a dedicated member of her Pinnacle group, a circle of friends that grew together through decades.
Belle's heart was anchored to Belle Isle, where she spent countless hours finding peace and joy. Belle’s history with the island was as spirited as she was. At the age of 14, she showed her determination by lying about her age to secure her first job at the Belle Isle Casino. Her first job grew into a lifelong devotion. Over the decades, Belle’s sanctuary became a family tradition.
Beloved wife of the late Darwin. Loving mother of Steven (Dawn) Trombley, Lisa (Larry) Ballinger and Elizabeth (Tina Lenz) Trombley. Proud grandmother of Jennifer, Christina, Jeremy, Aaron, Steve, Julie, Bradley, Lynn, Barry, Daniel, Matthew and Great-Grandmother of 14 and Great-Great- Grandmother of one. Belle was predeceased by her daughters, Karen (Chet) Olejniczak and Pamela (Chris) Gardiner, her brothers Richard Stevens and James Stevens.
In honor of Belle’s lifelong love of learning and reading, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Roseville Public Library. Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 1PM until 8PM with a Funeral Service at 6PM at Kaul Funeral Home, 27830 Gratiot Avenue, Roseville, Michigan 48066. Please share a memory with the family on Belle’s online guestbook.
