Joyce Marie Dafoe

Joyce was a devoted wife to her late husband, Peter, and together they built a life filled with family, travel and love. She was mother to Elizabeth (Terry), Van (Kristin), Adam (Garet) and Lynne; a cherished grandmother to Laurel (Aaron), Jessica (Dylan), Grace (Brendan), Mike (Kim), Aaron (Alex), Julian, Brigid, Norah, and Peter; and great-grandmother to Emmett and Owen.

A compassionate and skilled nurse, Joyce dedicated her career to caring for others. After retirement, she and Peter embraced a life of travel, spending summers at the family cabin in Ponemah, Manitoba and winters exploring the world. Victoria, Hawaii and Florida became favourite destinations in their later years, where they found warmth, beauty, and new experiences.

We extend our heartfelt and sincere thanks to the staff at Donwood Manor for the care and kindness Joyce received throughout her time there. Their dedication and support brought comfort and dignity to her daily life, and their efforts are greatly appreciated.

She will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

As per her wishes, there will be no funeral service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice in Joyce’s memory.