Demberline, Joan Anne (Nee: Crotaz)
Born May 26. 1939 Barrie, ON passed away early morning of Sunday, August 31. 2014 with her family by her side.
Predeceased by mother and father, Ernie & Flossie Crotaz, 2 brothers, William (Jenny) & Arthur (Darlene) Crotaz. Survived by husband Alfred (Red), Daughters; Kim Demberline & Sue (Fred) Fennell & Grandchildren Jasmin & Jarrett Fennell.
In her youth Joan was an accomplished synchronized figure skater (Barrie Barriettes), meanwhile a devoted volunteer candy striper at the Royal Victoria Hospital, where she met her husband of 57 years.
A long time employee of the Canadian General Electric, for 26 years. Employee of the Simcoe County Board of Education (Innisdale Secondary School). A devoted daughter, wife, mother, and grandmother. Will be sadly missed by family and friends!
In lieu of flowers, donations to Spinal Cord Injury of Ontario Barrie Office, Canadian Lung Association or Kidney Foundation of Canada is preferred.
In celebration of Joan’s life, there will a drop-in gathering on Friday, September 5th. 2014 from 2:00pm - 5:00pm at Town & Country Steak House,76 Dunlop Street W, Barrie, ON.
Carolle Saunders (Dejardine)
Posted on: Wednesday, September 3, 2014Dear Red, Kim and Sue
I was so sad to hear of Joan’s passing from my mom Sunday.
Joan and Red are a part of my childhood memories at butterfly lake. I remember like it wasn’t so long ago her and Sue sunbathing…You know, back before it was frowned upon and dangerous.
In more recent years very good friends of my parents. After my dad died,
a very big part of my moms life. I heard of trips to the casino with Kim, golf, getting some natural medical support from Sue, updates on Jasmin and Jarrett, visits to each others homes. it made me feel good that our families had each others.
I’m so moved by the photo you selected to post. I will always think of Joan in a ray of warm sunshine.
I hope you find comfort in the love we all have for Joan. I’ll be thinking of you all.
Love Carolle