Joan Leonardo

I was sorry to hear of Joan's passing. I worked in the Aero Lab at NRC since 1968 and remember Joan very well, first in the Aero library, then later in CISTI and finally in the Alta Vista branch of the Ottawa Public Library. She was always so pleasant and helpful, especially since she often had to deal with my numerous last minute requests, too often at the end of a day. She did so with with enthusiasm, dispatch, and in the nicest way possible. You must really miss her.

Dear Anne
I only learned this week of your Mom's sudden passing when I read the latest issue of the U of T Faculty of Information (formerly Library School)'s publication. I shared a house with Joan when she came back to Ottawa from Library School, and worked with your Dad at Aero Library for many years. They were great folks and both died much too young. Rick joins with me in expressing our deepest condolences to you and your family.

Dear Ann
Larry joins me in sending you our sincerest condoleances on the passing of your mom. We were shocked to hear of her death and only knew about it when we visited Hobby House today, March 28/08.

Anne,

I've just recently heard of Joan's death. I'm so sorry. I knew her well and will always remember her kindness, especially her words of wisdom when I retired! Please keep healthy and believe me that Joan was well respected at CSITI.

All the best in 2008,

TO Joan's family,
My name is Stefan Petrescu. I am 32 years old. I just read my workplace email. I have worked with Joan, maybe only a few times at the Rideau library. I told her that I was living in an apartment building and she told me that she was interested in a move. Wow, this is a sad surprise. Joan seemed like a very nice lady.

with sympathy,
Stefan Petrescu

Dear Anne

I worked with your Mom at Carleton Library and always remember her cheerful manner and ready smile. I have seen her a few times in more recent years and we both enjoyed catching up on family news. My thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time.
Diane Thomson

To Joan's family,
Along with many from NRC, Joan will be remembered and serve as a model for how colleagues work with each other and go out of their way to help beyond the short answer. Her enthusiasm and welcoming smile will always be in my memory.

Dear Anne and Family:

We are saddened by the loss of Joan. She has been a member of Canadian Women Golfers Inc. (CWGI) for the last three years. She was a kind and generous women who greatly enjoyed getting out to play golf. She particularly enjoyed our day excursions to courses outside the area where we had a great time golfing and dining before returning to Ottawa.

Please accept the sympathies of many of the over 500 members of our league that played golf with...

Joan's family,

I was one of Joan's many clients at the NRC's library in building M2. Though I have not seen her for many years, I remember being struck by her kindness and professionalism.

My sympathies to you for your sudden loss.