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Kevin Cooper
December 19, 2008
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.
Barb Aubrey
October 6, 2008
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.
Andree Joyce
March 28, 2008
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.
Eric S. LeBlanc
January 15, 2008
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,
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Stefan Petrescu
January 8, 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
Diane Thomson
January 8, 2008
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
Jeff Bird
January 4, 2008
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.
Bonnie Robinson
January 3, 2008
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.
Sincerely,
Bonnie Robinson
President,CWGI
Graeme Eastaugh
January 3, 2008
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.
Rhonda Davis
January 2, 2008
It was always good to see Joan's smiling face when she came out to golf with the CWGI league ladies.She will be missed by us all.
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief..
Kathy Wallace
January 2, 2008
I worked for many years with Joan at NRC and it was a pleasure. She was always cheerful, a great team player and a good friend. After retirement we saw each other less frequently - we both seemed busier *smile*. I feel very grateful that I had a chance to have a visit with her just in December. I'm among many who will miss Joan a great deal now.
scot dunlop
January 2, 2008
Hi Anne:
Condolences and strength sent your way to help you through this and every day. Your Mom was such a wonderful colleague at Parkin Library. It was such a pleasure to be involved with her and attend her retirement and meet you as well. Hope animals are still a big part of your life.
Take care of you and yours.
Scot Dunlop NRC
Peg Watson
January 2, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you Anne at this sad time. Your mother was an extraordinary lady who was very gracious and kind to everyone she ever met. I knew your mother through a mutual friend - Fina Van der Veen as well as the Canadian Women Golfing Inc. May your most cherished memories of your mother help to sustain you through the trying days ahead as well as the years to come. God Bless!
Sylvie Bissonnette
January 2, 2008
Dear Anne and family,
I am praying that you will be comforted during this very difficult time.
I worked briefly with Joan at the Aero library but I still remember her loving and kind personality.
Connie Edlund
January 2, 2008
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Joan. I enjoyed golfing with her. My sincere sympathy to the family.
Al Hill
January 2, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Louise Hourston
December 31, 2007
Miggie and Anne,
My deepest feelings of sympathy go out to you at this time. It is hard to think of the future without Joannie. She was such an asset to friends---warm, caring, steadfast and fun. I knew her in elementary school, YPU, 16 Island Lake and we kept in touch through her marriage to her beloved Ralph,her proud motherhood with Anne and of course shared in her joy with Jonathan's arrival. My life has been enriched by sharing the path of life with her. Your loss is great. I will treasure her memory.
Ian and Edna Miller
December 31, 2007
To Miggie and to Joan's family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. We recall Joan's winning smile and gentle nature -- in YPU in Montreal, at 16 Island Lake and playing bridge with Ralph and Joan when we lived in Ottawa in the '70's. How sad to recall the last time we saw Joan was at Dorrie's furneral just two years ago!
Kathy Kontogiannis
December 29, 2007
As the owner of Joan's "Curves" club, I would like to extend my most sincere sympathy on behalf of my staff and our members. Joan was a wonderful woman and she will be greatly missed by all of us.
Fran Andrews
December 28, 2007
Anne, Marko, Jonathan,
Joan was such a wonderful Lady. It was a joy to work with her for CHEO. She always was full of life and laughter. You must have such wonderful memories of your Mom. They will help you.
Mike & Carol Leonardo
December 27, 2007
Hi Ann:
We are very sorry to hear about the sudden death of Joan. I will always remember your Moms lovely smile and I sure will miss her. Joan was a great help to Mike and myself when Mike's sister Gail passed away.
Louise Theriault
December 27, 2007
My dear Anne
I offer you my sympathy to you and your family.Let us know at the St Laurent libray if we can help you with something.You mom was a wonderful person to work with at the St Laurent library.
Maureen Martin
December 27, 2007
Dear Anne and family
We are so sorry for your sudden loss. May it help in some small way to know that others care.
Thoughts are with with at this sad time.
With sincere sympathy..Dave & Maureen Martin(Laura & Kienna's family)
Cathie Milne
December 25, 2007
Anne:
I am saddened to hear about your loss. I had the priviledge of working with her at the North Gloucester Library. I always found her to be very calming and incredibly informative. I will miss our bonding time together.
You are in my prayers.
Kevin Cooper
December 25, 2007
I
have fine memories of Joan over many years in the Aero Library at the
NRC. More recently, I had seen her in the Alta Vista library branch,
near where I live. It is sad to hear of the too early death of such a
nice lady.
Jean Reavley
December 25, 2007
Anne, Marko and Jonathan:
We have all lost a good friend in Joan. We have many happy memories of the times we spent with Joan, Ralph and you. We first met Joan in 1971 when we both worked at Carleton University Library and have been friends since.
Tom Sr. always appreciated a roof over his head when he visited Ottawa on business.
Tom Jr. and Jim join with us in sending you our sincere condolences.
Jean Reavley and Tom Clarke
Isabelle, Pauline and Mark
December 24, 2007
We are shocked to hear of Joan's sudden passing. we had seen her walking the dogs only last week.
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. While we are far away, with my brother, we will think of you often.
Morna Paterson
December 24, 2007
Dear Anne,
I am deeply saddened to learn of your Mom's sudden passing.
I have many fond memories of our time together at CISTI's Parkin Branch.
Your Mom always went the extra mile for her library clients and was held in high regard by all who worked in the NRC's National Aeronautical Establishment and Division of Mechanical Engineering on the Montreal Rd campus.
She a big heart and a cheery smile that will be sorely missed.
My deepest sympathies go out to you, Marko and little Jonathon.
Morna
Lunching in Ottawa
December 24, 2007
Walking Charley and Checkers
December 24, 2007
Joan, Anne and Jonathan, November, 2007
December 24, 2007
Lunch in Vancouver with friends and relatives
December 24, 2007
Terry and Gina Jones
December 24, 2007
Annie we are all shocked and saddened by Joan's passing. Our warmest wishes are with you and your family at this sad time.
Audrey & Jim Patterson
December 24, 2007
Our thoughts are with you in this tragic time. Her friends from the QMR church group of long, long ago will all be thinking of her & the family she was so proud of.
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