TRUDEAU, Joan Agnes (nee SHANNON) Surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, October 7, 2018, in her 83rd year. Beloved daughter of the late Arthur and Carmelita Shannon (nee Walsh). Devoted wife of 56 years to John. Dear mother to Liz Knuude (Mike), Joanne (Mark Hamill) and John. Cherished Nana to her greatest legacy, Carolyn. Dear sister to Sr. Theresa Shannon RHSJ, Sr. Rosemary Shannon CND, Eleanor Shannon, Ken Shannon (Lorraine), Tom Shannon (Mary Catherine), predeceased by brother John Shannon (survived by his wife Mary). Also loved by the Trudeau Family, Jeanne O’Connor (Michael), Cecilia Loubert, Mary Dinan (David), Jamie (Marilyn) and predeceased by Cletus and Edward Plata and Doris and Albert Bunton. Loved by many nieces and nephews.
Joan was born on the farm in Plainfield, Ontario on September 30, 1935. Her education led her to an early career with the Ontario School for the Deaf and the opportunity to meet her husband John. Joan was down to earth, gracious, generous and caring, with innate wisdom and good taste and an infectious sense of fun that attracted hosts of lifelong friends. Together, John and Joan created a life filled with world travel, adventure and an undying commitment to family and their community. Joan was ever generous and compassionate, volunteering her time and passion to many, as evidenced by her commitment to St. Michael The Archangel Parish and The Catholic Women’s League.
In lieu of flowers, and in recognition of the warm and compassionate care provided by the staff of the BGH Emergency Department, ICU and Sills Wing 3rd Floor, kindly support the BGH Foundation or the St. Michael’s Building Fund. Family and friends are invited to visit at the BURKE FUNERAL HOME (613- 968-6968), 150 Church Street, Belleville on Thursday, October 11, 2018 from 1:00 until 4:00 and 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Michael The Archangel Roman Catholic Church on Friday, October 12, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. Reception to follow the Mass at St. Michael’s Parish Centre. Online condolences welcomed at www.burkefuneral.ca