Marilyn “Joan” passed away in her home in Esquimalt, BC on June 16, 2019. Joan was born on May 31, 1936 in Esquimalt. She was predeceased by her parents Gilbert (1980), Elizabeth (1991) and her cousin Alan (2019). Joan is survived by her cousins Gary Crowe (Bharbara), Shirley Sjoberg (Nils), Mary Baker (Barrie), and Alan’s wife Tina Conlan. She was a dearly loved “auntie” to all her cousins’ children and grandchildren. Joan will also be missed by her friends and the close-knit neighbourhood community.
Joan lived her whole life in Esquimalt, where her father was the police chief. She had a long and rewarding career with the City of Victoria working in many departments including Health and Parks.
Joan was an active member of the Order of the Eastern Star for 60 years. She was an avid bowler. Her greatest pleasure was in spending time with family and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at 2:00 pm in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society #101-1537 Hillside Avenue, Victoria, BC, V8T 4Y2, http://www.cancer.ca/en/donate
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
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marilyn magee
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Joanie and send my condolences. I met Joanie when I lived in the duplex on Dallas Road (1987-1995) which was owned by her Auntie Mary. It was always great to see her coming over to James Bay to spend time with her Aunt. I often think about Mrs Conlan, too, and how fortunate I was to have her as a landlady and be able to live on Dallas Road. After Mrs Conlan passed away, Joanie and I stayed in touch. Over the years, we exchanged Christmas cards and would occasionally run into each other at Thrifty’s. She always had a ready smile and a booming voice when she talked about the goings on in her life. She especially enjoyed visitng Allan and Tina in Port Hardy. I look back fondly on Joanie and wish her family well in their time of grief. So sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Marilyn Magee