Peacefully, at Exeter Villa on Thursday, August 30, 2012 of Exeter and formerly of RR 3 Dashwood in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Clement McCann (2005). Dear mother of Don McCann of Forest, Mary Lou Barnes of St. Thomas, Tom and Deb McCann of Grand Bend, Susan and Peter Czypyha of London, Carolyn and Randy (Quinn) Gilfillan and Diane and Joe Darling all of Exeter and Marilyn McCann of Forest. Proud grandmother of Wayne, Brenda, Brad and Greg; Jeff and Jennifer; Deric and Wanda; Darryl, Todd and Sean; Brianne and Shane; Chad and Scott; Julie, Jena and Jordan and their partners. Great-grandmother of 34 and great-great-grandmother of 2. Dear sister of Yvonne Dietrich of Exeter and sister-in-law of Leona Glavin of RR 2 Lucan and Marie Gelinas of London. Joan is survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sons Rick (2003) and Ken (2004), great-grandson Caleb (1995), daughter-in-law Pauline (1995), son-in-law Bob Barnes (2000).
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, (1 street west of Main), Exeter on Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The Funeral Mass will be held at Precious Blood Church, 200 Sanders Street West, Exeter on Saturday, September 1st at 11 AM with Father Len Desjardins presiding. Interment Exeter Cemetery.
Parish prayers will be said in the funeral home on Friday evening at 8:45 PM.
Donations to the St. Michael’s Foundation (HHT Research) or Community Living South Huron would be appreciated by the family.
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Joan (Gelinas) McCann
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Exeter Villa
We wish you to know, that the residents and staff of Exeter Villa, join in an expression of sympathy and condolence to you and your family at this time of sorrow. May the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. We have wonderful memories of Joan’s face lighting up when family visited.
Reverend Michael R. Foreman
My deeptest felt condolences to the McCann family for their loss. God Bless you all.
Cheryl Briglia
Susan, I’m so sorry to hear that your Mom has passed away. The pictures are really touching. I hope you’re doing well, and that you’re at peace. My condolences to you and your family!
– Cheryl
Milt & Barb Dietrich
Our condolences on the passing of your loving Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandma and Great, Great Grandma. She was very much a family person and has left a legacy of wonderful memories for all.
Sincerely,
Milt & Barb
Barbara Tiede
Dear Cousins,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on your loss.
I’m so glad that I had a chance to occasionally visit with your Mum in recent years, and I always enjoyed our gabfests.
Thank you, dear Aunt Joan, for sharing with me your reminiscences of long ago, for retrieving the birthdates I was missing, for your recipe for S/F date squares that taste just like Grandma’s … and for your kindness and affection.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Barbara
Judy
Sending condolences to the whole McCann Clan. Here’s to a life well spent, Joan was a great lady. Judy
Maureen wood
Carolyn & Randy & Family,
My deepest Sympathy to each of you in the loss of your Mom,
She will be missed by each of you
Michelle and Perry Sereda
Don, Marilyn, Mary Lou, Tom and Deb, Susan and Peter, Carolyn and Randy and Diane and Joe please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your mother. I only recently hear of her passing and can remember her bright smile at mass. Imagine my surprise to see she was a Gelinas and my own Uncle Harvey was there in a photo with her! May God’s presence in your lives bring you comfort and your memories of her a smile.
Michelle and Perry Sereda
Peter & Esther Warner
May God bless you and your family and support you in this time of sadness.
Our sincere sympathy,
Peter & Esther Warner
Harvey,Shirley,&Ron.
Diane,Joe,&Family, Sorry for the loss of your Mom/Grandma/GreatGrandma. Thinking of you. Harvey,Shirley,&Ron.
Deb & Keb Regier
Susan & Peter Brianne & Shane
So sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom & Grandmother. Your many memories will keep her in your heart forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family at this very sad time.
Ken & Deb Regier
Bob & Cathy Moore
To our McCann cousins our prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad time. She will be missed.
Irv & Lois Armstrong
To Diane,Joe and the McCann Family. We are sorry to hear of the death of your mother. We had some nice talks with your mother at the Villa about the twins. Thinking of you at this time. Lois and Irv.
Richard (Willie) & Linda O'Rourke
To the families of Joan:
It ws sad to hear of Joan’s passing. She and Clem were good neighbours back on the farm. Joan will be remembered for her friendliness, and caring nature. She was very proud of her children and grandchildren. May your memories bring you comfort and peace.
With Sympathy,
Richard (Willie) and Linda O’Rourke
Ron Smith
To all the McCann family, I am so sorry for your loss of a Mother and dear friend. I have known Joan and Clem for many years and Mary Lou and Bob. My prayers are with all of you at this time of
grief
Ron Smith
Brion, Sherry and Austin Penhale
Carolyn, Randy, Chad & Kristine, Scott & Cara and family
Sorry for your loss of a wonderful Mom and Grandma.
Joan had a great memory for her large family’s birthdays and
special events which was not a small feat. She had a great smile always and I remember she knit Austin a tam when he was born which was so thoughtful considering how many she would have to knit for.
Thinking of you and sorry we won’t be there for the services.
Love Brion, Sherry and Austin
Claire & Winona Hoffman
Carolyn,Randy,and all the McCann family,
Sorry to hear about your loss.Our heart and prayers are with you at this sad time. God Bless.
jim and Jan Gardner
Susan and Family, we share your sadness with the passing of Joan, mother and Grandma to so many family members. Our thoughts are with you all in this sad family time
Philippe & Janet Maes
At a time like this it is always hard to find the right words to say. May you know God’s comforting presence, His faithful love, and His peace that passes all understanding.
Bonnie Westlake
To the McCann Family: Joan was such a sweetheart and it just seems like the other day i enjoyed a conversation with her. She always had a smile on her face. My sincerest sympathies to the entire family.
Marg Williamson {Hogan}
Sorry for your loss. Joan was a great lady…..seamstress …mom….grandma….and the list goes on ! I always loved her voice and contageous laugh and smile !
The Middletons
Susan, Peter, Carolyn, Randy, Diane, Joe and all the family. My thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you. Losing a loved one is never easy. Keep the good memories. Hugs to all of you.
Jo-Ann Middleton & Family
Ben and Barb Dietrich
Our greatest sympathies to all of the McCann family. Joan was a great lady who always had a kind word to say! I am sure she will be greatly missed by all of her family!
Mike & JoAnne Pickering
Our condolences to your family at the passing of your Mom Joan. She always had a great smile and a kind word. I am sure she will be missed by all. Memories are a great way to keep her with you from now on. Mike and JoAnne
Evelyn Steckle Vincent
To JOan’s family,
Sincere sympathy in your great loss. May you experience peace and comfort. May the good memories help carry you through.