Joanne Bertrand

A kind and caring soul who left us too soon and will be missed by all who knew her.

We pray that she continues her journey hand in hand with loved ones

already passed through to greener pastures in a great and peaceful beyond.

Joanne was born in Canada, spent her early years in England, before returning with her family to Canada. Joanne later returned to England to attend Nursing School. She was a dedicated person who spent her life contributing through her work in the charitable sector to the Schizophrenia Society, Alzheimer's Society and most recently to the Ontario Caregiver Coalition. Joanne was a valued member of the not for profit communities to which she contributed. She was passionate about her work and her contributions will be felt now and in the future.

Joanne was a dedicated and loving mother to her children, Okan and Kayhan, and their partners Tina and Natasha. She was incredibly proud of her family, including her grandchildren, Justin, Megan, and Oceane, and her great - grandchild, Evelyn. Joanne, predeceased by parents Elizabeth and Victor, and brother Richard (Joanne), will be deeply missed by those who loved her, including her Aunt Iris (Uncle Ken), sister, Lesley (Richard), and brothers, Victor, Steve, and Tom. Joanne was a beloved aunt, great aunt, and friend to many. Joanne was a generous and kind person who always thought of others and put the needs of those she loved first.

Joanne was at her happiest when she was with children. She always loved to play with and read to the youngest in the family. She also loved her time working at Treasure Island Toy store and was well loved and known by children in the community for her story time, where she was affectionately known as Grannie JoJo. In addition to Joanne’s enduring love for her family, she also spent many happy hours as a dedicated fan of her favourite football team, Liverpool, and the Toronto Maple Leafs, passions she shared with her sons. She was also avidly involved in her fantasy football league.

Anyone who would like to donate to a charity in her name please donate to the Ontario Caregiver Coalition, the Alzheimer’s Society, or any other charity of your choosing.