To Rick and Joan's Family. I just found out about Joan having passed away. She was an amazing and vibrant woman, I think of her often. She was a wonderful lady and it was an honor to work with her and to to know her. She had the most amazing laugh, I can hear her now. We hope that Rick is well despite the great loss and heartbreak it must be having lost such wonderful lady.

Sending blessings and tears running down my face as I write this note.

Warm regards to your family.

Katalin & Leslie Kiss

Dear Rick, Shelley & Sandy, Terri & Bob, Karen & Tim

Iain and I were very sad to hear that Joan had passed away though we know it was time for her to leave this world as her last few years were increasingly difficult for her and those who loved her. Steve joins us in sending our sincere condolences to you all.

Joan had the ability to light up our lives with her big smile and throaty laughter. She was compassionate and generous and her big hugs were a real tonic. We have so many good memories of times spent together with holidays in Las Vegas, Los Angeles and the Panama Canal cruise and also our golf games and the many lunches and dinners. The Joan we loved is deeply missed.

Rest in peace Joan.

Sincerely, Shirley, Iain and Steve

Dear Rick, Terri, Shelley, Karen and family.

So sorry to hear of the passing of Joan. I have so many wonderful memories of times our family’s spent together and truly admired Joan. She always took the time to chat and had a way of making you feel special and heard. She will be dearly missed but forever remembered.

You are all in my thoughts, Sincere Condolences,

Dee.

Uncle Rick, Shelley, Terri and Karen.

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Aunt Joan. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

You truly captured Joan and the woman I remember!

My childhood and teenage years are filled with memories of Aunt Joan and the experiences we had of all our family adventures

and celebrations together!

When I think of Aunt Joan I think of a woman who was indeed ahead of her time working outside the home in the business community and raising a family. She influenced my view about women and whats possible. I truly cherish the toast to the bride speech she gave at my wedding. She shared her wisdom, intellect, heart and sense of humour, attributes of her that I so admire! She had a real gift for giving toasts and public speaking!

Another light-hearted memory was at Sylvan Lake when Joan and Helen were having so much fun sipping their red wine, laughing and forgot about the dinner!! Not like two women that were so good in the kitchen but such a fond memory of the friendship they shared.

I am grateful for all that Aunt Joan brought to my life. She left a legacy for me and many others that knew her.

Take good care of yourselves and one another.

With love and our heartfelt condolences.

Cindy, Phil and Family.

Uncle Rick and family, you described Aunt Joan's personality and zest for life perfectly. While growing up in Regina, often in her presence, I have a few favourite memories.

I think our first significant altercation, albeit I don't remember it involved my role at her wedding. She did make it a point to remind me on many family occasions of the grief I created for her when I decided not to participate as the ring bearer at her and Uncle Rick's wedding. Of course the wedding went ahead with me as ring bearer just as she had planned.

I learned of Joan's tenacity hearing the stories told of the lengths she would go, to right a wrong. Many events seemed to revolve around her purchases or returns to the T. Eaton Co. where if she had to, would letter write her way to the CEO to get the issue resolved. I believe she won far more than lost.

Joan was a great party hostess, thinking back when my Mom would be serving dessert I would ask for an Aunt Joan sized piece. In my eyes there was nobody more generous in serving you not a slice, but a SLAB of dessert.

There are many happy memories of get togethers, stories and always laughter. My Aunt Joan will be fondly remembered.

Love,

Rod McInnis

So many fun family memories...loved when you came back to your roots to visit, and to open your home when we would come to visit. Sending my love and hugs to all of you at this difficult time.

Angie Watson

Shelley, Sandy and family. I hope your memories of such a vibrant lady will stay close to you and ease your pain of her loss.

Uncle Rick, Terrie, Shelley and Karen,

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Auntie Joan. I have very vivid memories of her laughing with my mom and always having such enthusiasm for life. She always made me feel included and comfortable when we visited for dinners or picnics in the mountains. I remember the bicycle built for two and the snowmobiling at Happy Valley, such fun. Brenda and I will always remember that smile. Hugs to all of you and your families during this time.

Love,

Mike McInnis