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September 22, 1929 - March 23, 2021
Born in Amsterdam, Netherlands, on September 22, 1929 and died in Sylvan Lake, Alberta on March 23, 2021 at the age of 91 years.
Joan led a full and interesting life. She enjoyed doing many different hobbies and crafts but most of all she enjoyed her family. She especially delighted in her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Predeceased by her husband of more than 63 years, Tony, in 2017 and daughter Dorothy in 2019.
Joan will be greatly missed by her family Joanie Gilchrist (Robin), Frank Spruyt (Barb), Mary Anne Deines, Ed Spruyt (Karen), Leslie Nillo (Lorne) and son-in-law Daryl Mindach as well as 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
She will also be missed by her sister Eva Skusa and a large extended family.
Due to COVID restrictions, a private family funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, March 31.
Condolences may be forwarded to: www.sylvanlakefuneralhome.ca
Cremation entrusted to the Rocky Mountain Crematorium, Rocky Mountain House, Alberta
Rocky and Sylvan Lake Funeral Homes and Crematorium, your Golden Rule Funeral Homes, entrusted with the arrangements, 403 887-2151
Rocky and Sylvan Lake Funeral Homes and Crematorium


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