Passed away peacefully at Extendicare Maple View on Thursday, December 5, 2024 at the age of 89.
Joan is now reunited with her beloved husband Ron; where they are together dancing on heaven's floor. Much loved mother of Lesley Whitehead and Andrea Groenewegen (René). Predeceased by her parents George and Alice Parker. Joan will be missed by her dear friends Roy-Anne Lafleur and Penny Kucyk. She will be fondly remembered by her church family at Emmanuel United and friends at Extendicare Maple View.
Family and friends are invited to visit at the Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington St. East 705-759-2522) on Thursday, December 12, 2024 from 12:45 pm until the time of service at 2:00 pm with Rev. Nancy Ferguson officiating. Friends are invited to view the service online and can be viewed anytime up to 90 days, go to www.funeraweb.tv and select Joan's name. Joan will be laid to rest at St. Luke's Columbarium with Ron. Memorial contributions (payable by cheque or online) in Joan's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Society - SSM, Emmanuel United Church - Accessibility Fund, the Lion's Foundation of Canada - Dog Guides or a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated. A special thank you to the staff at Extendicare Maple View for their compassion and care. The family would also like to extend their gratitude to Rev. Nancy Ferguson for her support during this sad time. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be made at www.arthurfuneralhome.com