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BORN
1928
DIED
2022
Joan Webb Obituary
Joanne leaves behind her two daughters, Patty (Becky) and Jenny (Drew), and three grandchildren, Steven (Laurence), Anna (Andy) and Joel (Alana). Predeceased by her husband Phil, daughter Marni (Stephen), and two grandchildren, John (Lesley) and Natasha.
Passionate about the arts and a flair for the dramatics, Joanne was prominent in the inception of Harmony Arts Festival in West Vancouver, was involved in productions with the Elder College Theatre Group, and was an actress in commercials with Lions Gate Studios. A dedicated volunteer, she gave countless hours of her time to the Ferry Gallery, the Silk Purse, and Friends of the Library.
Mom loved all things in design and fashion. She worked in high fashion retail for many years and had a small interior design consulting business. Mom's sense of style was second to none, and nothing made her happier than dressing people up and giving advice on room makeovers.
Joanne moved to London, Ontario, 8 years ago to be closer to her "Eastern family," but her heart remained in West Vancouver, where she lived for 48 years. She enjoyed living by the ocean and long walks on the seawall. A "citizen of the world," she was also fortunate enough to have taken many wonderful trips abroad.
Because of her 15 years as a student at Elder College at Capilano University, Mom became a lifelong learner who chose to keep an open mind and continue evolving. She was a people person who lived life to the fullest, remaining positive in very tough situations. She will be greatly missed by her family, friends and all that knew her.
In lieu of flowers, if you wish, donations can be made to the MS Society of Canada or the Canadian Cancer Society. At Mom's request, there will be no formal service.
Mom's final words of wisdom were, "Love one another, as that is all we have."
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Memories and Condolences
for Joan Webb
5 Entries
Annette Vincent
June 23, 2022
Joanne has been a friend of mine for many, many years and we and other friends had many happy times together. Joanne was a class act - a lovely woman who had wonderful sense of style, dedication to her community and was a beautiful, caring, treasured friend. Thinking of you all and sending my sincerest condolences.
Annette Vincent
Rachelle McCormack
June 22, 2022
Thank you for sharing Joanne with us at the Harmony Arts Festival. Her smile, laughter, joy for life was infectious. Her passion for the festival was felt, even as far away as Ontario. I am so lucky to have known Joanne, heard her stories and opinions. My heart is sad today because we lost a treasure - but I am honoured to have known her and to call her friend. The Harmony Arts Festival is her legacy and we will work hard to continue to make her proud.
Pndi Bal
June 18, 2022
Joanne´s presence in our place of business was a gift. Absolutely a quality person. Thank you for making our lives better on all levels. Definitely a citizen of the world and enriching us with Love.
Mary Lou Miles
June 18, 2022
Met Joan just after Phil passed away and enjoyed many lunches downtown hearing about her adventures, her family, her passion for life. I always told Joan I wanted to be like her when I grow up with her thirst for knowledge, her openness about exploring new ideas, and her interest in the world in general. Thanks to Patty for introducing me to this amazing human. All our lives are better for having know Joan. She will be missed. My sincere condolences to the family. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Chuck and Selma Willett,
June 16, 2022
I got to know Joanne and Phil while a pharmacist at their local pharmacy.Several years after my retirement while on a trip to Portugal,we bumped into Joanne who was with another widow,Sheila.We had several good days touring around the Albufeira area-visiting castles,galleries and cafes- a lot of fun!When she came back to West Van for Harmony arts, we always got together.
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