In Loving Memory of
Joanne Brown
1941 - 2023
Obituary of Joanne Brown
We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, Joanne Brown (Matheson) on Saturday, September 30, 2023 in her 83rd year at the GNGH. Joanne was a loving mother to James and Shawn and sister of Ed and Nadine. Loving grandmother to Cassidy. She was predeceased by her loving husband of over 50 years Robert (Bob), her parents and her sister Louise.Joanne was a kind, loving and generous friend to many. She was a graduate of the Mack Training School for Nurses (1962) and worked in the Operating Room at GNGH before leaving to sail the world with Bob. She worked many years for a Pharmaceutical Company and also had her own perfume shop in Niagara-on-the-Lake. She loved horses and owned several over the years. Joanne had a lovely voice and sang and played guitar professionally for a long time. She was always ready to help if needed and cheer up those saddened or distressed. A kind and loving person, she will be missed.
Thank you to her neighbours and friends at Ina Grafton for their help over these past years. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place and arrangements are entrusted with Essentials Cremation and Burial Services. A Graveside Service will be held at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Cemetery, 323 Simcoe St., Niagara-on-the-Lake on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at 11a.m. As a breast cancer survivor, if desired, donations to Walker Family Cancer Centre or the Lincoln County Humane Society in memory of her dear doggy friend and companion for many years “Smitty” as well as her two cats “Simon” and “Casey”
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Graveside Service
Date: October 11, 2023Start Time: 11:00 am
End Time: 12:00 pm
Venue: St. Andrew's Presbyterian Cemetery, 323 Simcoe St, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J0
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To he family of Joanne Brown,
After reading the obituary for Joanne Brown, it rekindled memories of Joanne who called at my pharmacy during her years as a representative of a pharmaceutical company. Too many years have passed since for me to rememebr which company she very favourably representee in a knowledeable and professional way. It was always a pleasure to see her smiling face come into Laing Pharmacy in Fonthill someime between 1963-1992. It is elating to be reminded of this warm, friendly lady who became part of my working life years. I just couldn’t let this opportunity pass without recognizing and remembering Joanne.
My sincere condolences go out to all of her family
Robert (Bob) Laing, B.Sc.Phm.
I am so sad to hear of Joanne’s passing .Joanne was our realtor and our first canadian friend after we emigrated to Canada in 2001 .She and her husband took us into their own home as we waited for our furniture to be delivered .
.Bob and Joanne were indeed loving and caring people we spent lots of time with them ..we will miss her .She will be united with Bob .Wishing her family our sincere condolences .
I am a graduate from Mack training school
Joanne lived in residence beside me in my second year
She was always a positive influence
I was fortunate to have such a positive person live beside me in nursing training
My condolences to her family
Joanne lived beside me for a period of time. I always love chatting with her and her dog Smitty. She was a pleasant and lovely lady. My condolences to the family.
Joanne sang and performed with me many years ago in the Niagara Region, at various venues, and I always enjoyed her singing and friendship. Sending my condolences to Joanne’s family and many friends and other entertainers she worked with over the years.
My Name is Joy ( Nelson ) Doty . I graduated one year after Joanne . The last time I saw her , she was at a Drugstore in Simcoe , working , We shrieked at seeing each other & went to a restaurant to catch up . The owner then yelled at us as we left & forgot to pay ! She was a hoot …Someone you always will love & remember .
Sympathy to all who knew her .
Joanne and I have known each other for 52 years. We worked together played together laughed together and cried together. I will forever miss her friendship and love. My condolences to all from me and my entire family.