March 31, 1962 ~ May 15, 2020
Joan Deborah (Deb) Jolly, age 58, of Edmonton, Alberta, passed away on Friday May 15, 2020 after a 4 month illness. Debbie is survived by her big sister; Kim (Bern) Miles and husband; Frank, and by brother; David and his partner; Howard. Debbie is predeceased by her father; Peter Jolly, mother; Kay Jolly (Boland).
Debbie led a storied life, certainly a life of consequence. A proud member of the Edmonton Police service for over 30 Years, Deb can count among her achievements, United Nations Peace Keeper in East Timor, researcher of the Restorative Justice courts in Rwanda following the genocide, and working tirelessly to earn a graduate degree at Royal Roads University at the same time. Deb was born in the original Edmonton, in London, England. At age 4 her family immigrated to Canada. After living a year in Montreal, the family settled in Edmonton, Alberta. Throughout her years, Debbie would find her outlet in sport and athletics. After graduating from Ross Sheppard High School, Debbie would spend many years working for Wardair Airlines. As her siblings we were endlessly envious of Deb’s weekend trips to London’s Westend or a sunny beach at Waikiki. But fate intervenes as it will. Following a break-in at our house, the investigating officer was so impressed with Deb’s statement that he invited Deb to apply to EPS. The rest of the story, filled with challenge, heartbreak, friendship, and success, is as they say, history. Moreover, Debbie was to her parents and siblings a loyal, caring and devoted person. This cannot be understated, and we are forever grateful to have had you in our lives. We shall save a place at the dinner table or in front of the fire.
Following Debbie’s wishes, there will be no service in the immediate future. However, if in future we may safely come together, we will hold a memorial for Deb.
Should you wish to make a donation in memory of Debbie Jolly, please consider the Edmonton Humane Society or the Youth Emergency Shelter Society of Edmonton.
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