Born in Mindemoya, Manitoulin Island, Ontario predeceased by parents, Albert W. and Phyllis A. Stephenson and sister, June G. Stephenson. Joy loved and cared for many animals and is survived by her cat Lexi.
Joy was an artist, educator and entrepreneur throughout her life. She lived simply but gave so much to others whether through the Sidney Food Bank where she volunteered for many years, the Sidney Library or Christ Church Cathedral where she was a faithful parishioner. At the Cathedral, Joy was active with many ministries including kitchen ministry coffee hour, breakfast for the hungry, mission and outreach committee, parish council, lay scripture reader, sidespeople and chancel guild.
She will be missed dearly by her many friends and church family.
Service to be held at Christ Church Cathedral on March 22, 2016 at 2:00pm with a reception to follow in the Chapter Room.
Donations may be made to the Mission and Outreach Committee of Christ Church Cathedral or the SPCA in her memory.
McCall’s Funeral Home
www.mccallbros.com
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Grace Robinson (Stephenson)
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Lana Laporte Sorry for the loss of your sister and Aunt I didn’t know her well but remember her as very talented and kind.Rest in Peace Joy
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Tamara Hebert Aunt Joy, while I am sad your body has left this earth, I rejoice you are at peace with Grandma, Grandpa, Aunt June and Granny. You were always a cool aunt with a vibrant sense of style. Our daughter Chloe has inherited your art skills. I remember all your fur kids, Rubbles, Mishko, Amanda and Merlin. You may have moved across the country but were never far from our thoughts and hearts.
Love Tammmy (Stephenson) Hebert
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Roy Stephenson Joy was the best artist I knew.
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Elizabeth June Grace (Stephenson) Brubacher I have so many good memories of you Aunt Joy. I was shocked to hear of your death tonight. You have been on my mind so often. I wish I could have seen you again. It was probably 2004 or so since I saw you last and it was such a nice visit. I’m so glad you got to meet my husband. I even named my daughter after you!
After 50 years you must be having such a sweet reunion with Aunt June. Until we all meet again.
Joy was a gourmet
I was in awe of her many talents.
We had so many wonderful times together.
Lots of laughter and fun
Joy could be very loving and giving
I remember while visiting your church family Joy, that you had finally found your niche
Thank you to the Christ Church Cathedral for loving and caring for our sister Joy.
Joy will be forever loved and dearly miissed