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Pete & Deb Muller posted a condolence
Friday, October 25, 2019
Our thoughts are prayers are with all of you at this time..
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Pam Fawcett (nee Morlog) posted a condolence
Thursday, October 17, 2019
My sincerest condolences on the passing of Joan. As a cousin (daughter of Hank and Marie) I remember many childhood memories with Joan and her siblings.
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Marry Lou Kearney posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
To all the Ermers family - we are so vey sorry to ear of Joan’s sudden passing. I have fond memories of spending time on the family farm. Later years Joan did my mother in laws hair for a number of years - I enjoyed timed spent with her before she went to the Village. I know she loved family time with her sisters and her love of golf. So pleased to here she was able to donate and save other lives. keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs Jim and Mary Lou Kearney
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Janet Ermers donated to CANADIAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION/ASSOCIATION CANADIENNE DU DIABÈTE
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
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Rebecca Cole donated to TRILLIUM GIFT OF LIFE NETWORK
Tuesday, October 15, 2019
So sorry for your loss Crystal & Ryan. Our thoughts are with you and the the girls
Love Becky & Zach
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Larry & Patricia Rumble posted a condolence
Sunday, October 13, 2019
Please accept our sincere sympathy in the passing of Joan, our thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this difficult time. May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared comfort you.
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Marcel Ermers posted a condolence
Sunday, October 13, 2019
Sterven is zo moeilijk te verwerken, het doet zoveel pijn. Te moeten leven met de gedachte, dat zij er nooit meer zal zijn. We leven intens met jullie mee en wensen jullie veel kracht toe in deze droevige tijd.
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Dennis & Cheryl Atkinson posted a condolence
Saturday, October 12, 2019
Galbraith & Elmer’s Families We are sorry for the sudden passing of your wife , mother, grandmother and sister. It’s so difficult to say goodbye but hope in the days ahead that you find some comfort that she has given two families the gift of life. Love never dies but lives on in our hearts forever. Thinking of you today and the days ahead.
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Barb & Jim Doxtater posted a condolence
Saturday, October 12, 2019
Our sincerest sympathies on the loss of daughter, sister, wife, mother, aunt, grandmother...and hairdresser extraordinaire! Joan was a lovely, fun, caring lady and she will be greatly missed. Hoping her family can take comfort in their fondest memories of her soon.
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John & Janice Wright posted a condolence
Saturday, October 12, 2019
Sending hugs to all the family. Our hearts go out to you.
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stan gammage posted a condolence
Saturday, October 12, 2019
Thoughts and prayers are with you and family Darrell at this time.
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Marty Davis posted a condolence
Saturday, October 12, 2019
Just wanted to express my deepest sympathies on your loss and hope that you being comforted by fond memories at this time.. Marty
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Kathleen and Tim Bridgen posted a condolence
Saturday, October 12, 2019
We are sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. Our sympathies go out to her entire family. Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
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Ardele Brooks posted a condolence
Friday, October 11, 2019
I have so many good memories of Joan....years ago when we were in Kinettes and many years at the golf course. Whenever I asked how you were you would always say fine even though you were in pain. I’ll surely miss your smile and laugh. You are a great person to help other people by being a donor.
Rest In Peace
John and Ardele
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Kevin and Liz Prosser posted a condolence
Friday, October 11, 2019
To All the family;
We send our deepest condolences, I’m sure she will be missed by everyone and we hope you have plenty of great memories to carry you through this difficult time.
Kevin & Liz
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Kelly Atkinson posted a condolence
Friday, October 11, 2019
I met Joan quite a few years ago when I became part of the Kent team for the Kent versus Essex annual golf match play challenge. I enjoyed being one of her team mates. Joan was always positive and had a kind word for everyone. I'm sure she will find the Kent versus Essex match play event in heaven. It was usually held this time of year.
She will be missed.
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Kelly Atkinson donated to TRILLIUM GIFT OF LIFE NETWORK
Friday, October 11, 2019
Joan will be missed by so many
My deepest Sympathy
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Mark and Shea VanderGriendt posted a condolence
Friday, October 11, 2019
Darrell, Steve and family,
We will always have great memories of Joan. Whether it was at the golf course, as a neighbour, or being available for emergency hair cuts. She was a wonderful person who will be missed by many.
We are all better for having known her.
All the best to you during this difficult time.
Mark and Shea VanderGriendt
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Jenny Ceccacci posted a condolence
Friday, October 11, 2019
Sending our deepest condolences to Joan’s family, holding you close in our thoughts and prayers.
Jenny and John Ceccacci and family.
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Gayle Shantz posted a condolence
Friday, October 11, 2019
Galbraith Family:
Deepest condolences to all of you on the sudden loss of Joan. She was a great lady and I enjoyed my bimonthly hair appointments and visits with her. In sympathy, Eileen Brillinger
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Ron & Sandra Fysh posted a condolence
Friday, October 11, 2019
Our deepest sympathies to all of you. Treasure your memories - Joan was always such a friendly person and clearly enjoyed friends and family as the other tributes indicate. Sincerely, Ron & Sandra Fysh
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RON PELFREY posted a condolence
Friday, October 11, 2019
I would like to extend my sympathy & condolences to the Ermers & Galbraith families. Joan will be dearly missed by all who loved her.
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Marlee Robinson posted a condolence
Friday, October 11, 2019
I have so many fond memories of Joan on the golf course - a terrific competitor, always with a smile on her face. We will miss her.
It is typical of her to have donated organs and to remind us all to update our donor instructions.
Marlee
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Marlee Robinson posted a condolence
Friday, October 11, 2019
I have so many fond memories of Joan on the golf course - a terrific competitor, always with a smile on her face. We will miss her.
It is typical of her to have donated organs and to remind us all to update our donor instructions.
Marlee
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Rosemary Mitton posted a condolence
Friday, October 11, 2019
Joan was such a bright light. She will shine brightly now , in our hearts. Sending love.
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BJ Spencer posted a condolence
Friday, October 11, 2019
Darrell and family ..... our sincere condolences,it’s hard to put in words the sadness we all feel , she will be missed , she is loved .... I’m awed that she was able to help others in need that is a great gift ! Sending thoughts , prayers and hugzzzz xo
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Stan & Edna Brien posted a condolence
Friday, October 11, 2019
Our deepest sympathy to all of Joan's family. This is a devastating loss. Joan did my mother Helen's hair for many years and my hair also. We had so many good visits, about so many things that were going on in Ridgetown and golfing which was her passion. Joan will always be in our hearts and her family in our thoughts and prayers. Stan & Edna Brien
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Ken Myers posted a condolence
Friday, October 11, 2019
We are very sorry for your loss..Thinking of you all.Ken and Deb
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Dave Armstrong/Sheila McTavish posted a condolence
Friday, October 11, 2019
So sorry to hear of Joans passing, thinking of you all
Sincerely Army and Sheila
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Star & Abeera lit a candle
Thursday, October 10, 2019
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Star & Abeera posted a condolence
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Joan: we met you and Darrell when you gave us the lovely opportunity to live in your home. We needed somewhere to stay (and as new students) you were our saving grace. You’re our landlord mother, and no one could ever replace you. Three full years were nothing but amazing. You were taken away too soon.... this is something that’s never going to sound real to us. We love and miss you Joan.. We can’t stop thinking about all the talks we used to have, all the laughs and giggles. We even looked forward to doing laundry just because we would get to see your cute smile and talk about the simplest parts of our ordinary days. Joan, you will always have a part of our heart and we will never forget you. Your beautiful spirit will keep on going.
We would like to pay our sincerest respect forward to Darrell and the entire family - you all have our endless love and support.
Rest in the sweetest peace angel.
Love,,
Abeera Khan and Star Alsalom
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Catherine Chavis posted a condolence
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Darrell and family .. a void is in my heart that will now have to be filled with memories of my friend & golf buddy, Joan. I will truly miss our Monday golf outings and our Wednesday golf games. She left so suddenly that it will take a long time to realize she is really gone. I pray that she will rest in peace and that all of you find your memories of her comforting. In love & friendship, Catherine
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Thursday, October 10, 2019
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Penny Jones lit a candle
Thursday, October 10, 2019
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Penny Jones posted a condolence
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Deepest condolences to Darryl, Steven & her family on her passing.
She will be missed, as the awesome person she was. We had many laughs, when she would cut my hair.
RIP Joan
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Wendy & Adrian Van Dyk posted a condolence
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Deepest Sympathy to all Joans' families xoxo So Very Sorry , I have so many wonderful memories of our younger days, riding on the bus, going to school together, so many to treasure xoxo She will be missed by so many family and friends. Healing Hugs and Prayers to all Joans' families. R.I.P. Joan xoxo
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Wendy & Adrian Van Dyk lit a candle
Thursday, October 10, 2019
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Lena & Rose Marie Mazan posted a condolence
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Darrell, Anne & Kathy & Families,
We are so sorry to hear the passing of Joan. She always did mom's hair and I always enjoyed my visits with her while waiting for Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May all your cherished memories help you through this.
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Greg Clark donated to CANADIAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION/ASSOCIATION CANADIENNE DU DIABÈTE
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Our deepest sympathies.
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Brenda & Bruce posted a condolence
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Darrell,Steve and all family members. What do I say about by best friend,partner in crime,golf buddy,Aunt Joan to my children. Who will I get in trouble with? Who will ride on the golf cart with me? Who will make the trip to the casino with me? Those are such big shoes to fill because you were my perfect person!! I write this with such sadness but so proud of you to give part of yourself to help out someone else. I have so many happy memories of you and me so that is what I am working on to have happy thoughts! You will always be my person and I will always love you and keep you close to my heart! Hugs! Brenda & Bruce
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Fred & Kaye Lee posted a condolence
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Darrell and family we are among your friends that are devastated by Joan’s passing. We cannot imagine your pain. We have so many great memories of our times together from the golf course to a late New Year’s Eve drop in. I can’t imagine not sitting down at the golf club with Brenda, Catherine and BJ and not having Joan there and Fred cannot imagine getting his hair cut without their monthly chat. We are so impressed by her donor status, what a wonderful thing she did.
With deepest and heartfelt sympathy.
Fred & Kaye
Venetia Neely-Moor posted a condolence
Thursday, October 10, 2019
I have many fond memories from my teenage years with Joan, the bus rides, the double dates, the laughs and oh what fun. I am honoured and blessed to have known her. My most sincere condolences to Joan’s family at this difficult time.
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Kara Scott posted a condolence
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Steve, Helen and families
We are thinking of you all at this difficult time and send our deepest sympathies.
Kara and Jay
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Gerald Tierney posted a condolence
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Steve, Helen and family
Our deepest sympathy.
Ger, Nicole
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The Rourke's posted a condolence
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Sorry for your family loss.
Joan will be missed.
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Thursday, October 10, 2019
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Harold Lynn Reissner posted a condolence
Thursday, October 10, 2019
So sorry to hear the loss of your sister, Anne and Kathy, loveand prayers
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Barb and Mark Fuller posted a condolence
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Darrell and family
Joan's passing is heartbreaking. She certainly will be sadly missed. May you experience peace in the coming days knowing she touched so many lives and was loved by all who knew her. Our deepest sympathy and prayers are being sent your way.
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Roy and Joan Pickering posted a condolence
Thursday, October 10, 2019
So sorry to hear of your sister passing, Ann and Gary. Sincere condolences.
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Alan Gillard posted a condolence
Thursday, October 10, 2019
my deepest sympathy to you and your family
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Bonnie & Wayne Jeffords posted a condolence
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Darrell, Steve, Darrell, Crystal & families
Our family is devastated over the loss of Joan. She has been our friend & hairdresser for 45 years. We have watched our kids grow up, become friends, go off to school, get married & have babies. I am going to miss our monthly hair appointments where we always got caught up on our kids and our special grandkids. Wednesday golf will not be the same when I go out there and you are not there my friend. It will also be especially hard for your special golf ladies Brenda, Catherine & BJ. This has created a big void in all of our lives and we are going to miss you so much. We are all so proud of you for your generous gift of saving other lives. That is just how you were very kind and generous.
R.I.P. my friend and rest easy.
Lots of love
the Jeffords family
Bonnie, Wayne, Shawn, Kelli, Scott and families
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Barb Buckberrough posted a condolence
Thursday, October 10, 2019
My thoughts and prayers go out to Darrell and family. Joan and I became friends on the golf course and played a few tournaments together. One tournament was this past summer and we had a lot of laughs. I know her golf group that she played with weekly are really going to miss her as well as I will also.
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