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1925
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2022
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Joan Brook Obituary
Joan died peacefully in her sleep at her residence at Martindale Place in St. Catharines at the age of 97. She had recently returned from her favourite place; her cottage on Lake Joseph where she had spent the summer with much of her family. Born in Liverpool, yet proudly disdained both the Scouser accent and the Beatles. Joan was a Froebel trained kindergarten teacher. She often reminded us of her seven years of teaching in England, fifty students at once in her classroom for the entire day. She emigrated to Canada in 1955 with her then husband Roger. After a brief penance in Heart's Content, Newfoundland where Alison (Chris Wittig) was born, they settled in St Catharines, Ontario. After Gillian (Stephen Yorke) and Anthony (Isabelle Drapeau) were in school, Joan spent countless hours volunteering at the Niagara Children's Centre with the Maycourt Club and for Save the Children. Joan enjoyed her grandchildren (Jack and Nicholas Wittig; Rachel and Declan Yorke; Riley Brook), friends, Cadbury chocolate, gardening, traveling and books. Her keen wit and generous spirit will be missed. Likely the shock of outliving the Queen was simply too much for her.
Thanks to the staff of Martindale Place and the dedicated PSWs of Bayshore Home Care for making the last few years comfortable. As per Joan's wishes, cremation has taken place. Arrangements have been entrusted to PASSFIELD MORTUARY SERVICES INC. (905) 682 0474. A celebration of her life will take place on Saturday, November 26, 2022. Venue to be determined. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Niagara Children's Centre, Save the Children or Doctors without Borders would have pleased her.
Online condolences may be left at www.passfieldmortuary.ca
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Memories and Condolences
for Joan Brook
7 Entries
Claire Gregory
September 23, 2022
On behalf of the May Court Club of St. Catharines, I would like to offer my sincerest condolences on the loss of Joan.
Kimacovich
September 16, 2022
Our condolences to your family. Your mother was very kind and lived a remarkable life. We are thinking of you all.
Ric & Marlene
Kathy and Bob
September 15, 2022
We didn´t really know your Mother, but know she was very special to you. Savour your happy memories of time spent together as they will get you through the sad moments. Hugs to all of you.
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Nina and Bill Koniuch
September 15, 2022
What a beautiful tribute to someone who has earned the respect of many.
Thinking of all of you knowing the many memories of this fine woman will linger in your hearts forever.
Jack Wittig
September 15, 2022
Nan you were an incredible inspiration in my life and I'm so thankful to have had 30 amazing years of your sarcasm, joking and loving nature. I will never stop licking my plate even though you aren't here to scold me anymore. Love you always, Jack
Brian Low
September 15, 2022
Heartfelt condolences to the entire Brook family during this time of loss. The Low family sends their love. Brian Low
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