Joan Mary Jacques

Joan was a real lady, gracious in manner and impeccable in appearance. True to her nature she always put the needs and experiences of those around her first and lived her life with joy, charm, wit and love. Everyone who knew Joan could not help feeling good in her presence. She was selfless and caring - traits held dear to all who knew her.

A beautiful small town Preston girl, after graduating from teachers college and meeting the love of her life and husband of 58 years, Bill, they raised 6 children in quick succession. Bill and Joan were “quite an item”. Constant companions they experienced a life together that was special by anyone’s standards. Joan found good in all people and the gifts of her children were nurtured individually with her guidance and care.

After her family was raised Joan went back to teaching and for years helped children with special needs as a teaching assistant with the school board. She was admired by colleagues and pupils for her caring and patience. During these years she made a significant difference to the lives of many children. After retiring from teaching Joan continued to tutor children in need of her gifts, some of which stayed in touch with her for years afterwards.

In later years she and Bill found further happiness visiting, talking , laughing and enjoying their days together while caring for family and friends. Joan was 79 years old when she passed peacefully with Bill and family at her side.

Never far from the hearts of her family she will be dearly missed by her children Brad ( Kelly) Larry , Susie Payne ( Kevin) Tim ( Michelle) Andrew and Tom (Vicki) . And grandchildren Tyler , Paul , Katie, John and Carter as well as many nieces and nephews. Also by her sister Nancy Landreth (Tom), with whom she shared much.

She was predeceased by her father and mother Reginald and Mary Kidner.

A life long parishioner of St. Clements Church Joan was dear to Father Sherlock and Sister Kathleen as she was to her caregivers at the Cambridge Memorial Hospital and Lisaard House. With a gentle soul she continued to spread joy into her final days, as she will in remembrance during the years to come by all who knew her.

Cremation has taken place, a family mass will be held at St. Clements Church.

The family would appreciate remembrance to Lisaard House and St. Clements Church.