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JOAN BRETA LEAVER (THORNTON)
Born: Mar 24, 1927
Date of Passing: Jul 11, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJOAN BRETA LEAVER (nee THORNTON) Joan was born in Toronto, Ontario on March 24, 1927. The Thornton family moved to Oakville, Ontario just before her third birthday. Joan grew up on the main street where her father had a bakery for 40 years. Joan passed away at home on July 11, 2013. She leaves to mourn her husband and best friend of over 60 years, Ross Leaver. She also leaves her daughters Breta (Greg) Birnie, Marcia (Al) Schellenberg and Barbara (Ralph) Cochrane; six grandchildren, Jana, Trevor, Justin, Kelsey, Dirk and Julia; three great-grandchildren, Tessa, Avery and Liam, and three step-grandchildren, Kyle, Nick and Liz. Joan was predeceased by her parents Ben and Breta Thornton, her in-laws, Gordon and Mary Leaver, her sister Barbara Savage, and brother Albert Thornton. The Leaver family moved to Winnipeg in 1973 and resided for 39 years on Yale Avenue in Crescentwood until moving into assisted living last September. Joan was involved with the Women's Committee of the R.W.B. for many years in the "Things" shop and served two terms as Shop Chairman. Time spent at the cottage in Temagami, Ontario and with family and friends in Winnipeg and Oakville, Ontario were happy occasions. Joan enjoyed a game of Bridge or Euchre. Her culinary specialties such as peanut brittle, chili sauce, peach conserve, gingerbread men and Christmas puddings will be missed. Special thanks to Dr. Pickard, Dr. Zacharias and Dr. Rabson for all their care and compassion during these difficult times. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Kidney Foundation of Canada would be appreciated. Cremation has taken place. A family graveside service will be held at a future date. Online condolences may be made at www.glenlawn.ca Glen Lawn Funeral Home 982-7550
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 20, 2013
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Mrs leaver was a wonderful neighbour and friend of our family. her preserves were very special and we will treasure many happy memories of this special lady.please know we are so sorry to hear of her passing. The keenan family - Posted by: Jerry and Cathy Keenan (neighbours) on: Oct 29, 2017
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Condolences Ross to you and your family. Sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. - Posted by: Alf Dyck (friend) on: Jul 24, 2013
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The fondest memories that I have of Joan are all the great times that we spent over the bridge table. Those were wonderful Tuesday evenings. Joan was a "LADY" in every sense of the word. I know she will be greatly missed. My condolences to you Ross and your family. Sincerely Sue - Posted by: Sue Eckford (Tuesday Bridge Club) on: Jul 20, 2013
