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Joan Althea Thomas
March 10, 1926 - September 14, 2012
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Joan Althea Thomas passed away peacefully in her home on September 14th, 2012
Joan was born in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England, on March 10, 1926. She was the first child of Amy Althea Leach (Bury) and Charles Basil Leach. She had a sister, Amy (deceased) who married and moved to New Zealand. She had a brother, John, who lives in London, England.
Joan received a degree in Agriculture from the University of Durham. She got her first job in Manchester inspecting grain ships. There she joined the Karabiner Mountaineering Club where she met her husband Arthur. After the birth of their first son they immigrated to Canada, living in Vancouver followed by Namu, Fraser Lake, Fort St John, and then retirement in Nelson where she and Arthur have resided since 1989.
Joan is survived Arthur and their 6 children, Richard, Paul (Regina), Althea (Mike), Bridget (Robert), Karen, and Owen (Carrie-Ann), as well as numerous grandchildren & great grandchildren.
Joan had a full life, raising her children with a love for the outdoors. She was a very keen swimmer, especially enjoying alpine lakes. She made many friends playing bridge and was a Life Master. She also enjoyed Scottish Country dancing, the symphony and foreign travel.
Many thanks to all who visited and helped out in the last few months, with a special thanks to Dr. Jim Noiles, and the team from Interior Health.
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From: Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. Staff
Thompson Funeral Service Ltd. Staff send our condolences to family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
From: David Hersh
Relation: bridge player
I met Joan in September, 1990, and saw her weekly for ten months a year since. I thought she was terrific. I loved to make her laugh. She was bright and quick minded. I’ll miss her. We’ll all miss her.
From: Natalie Petersen
Relation: Through briefly attending church.
My condolences and heartfelt thoughts to Art and Owen and the rest of Joan’s family.
From: Lydia and Gordon
Relation: Square Dancing
We enjoyed square dancing with Joan and Arthur in Balofour. We remember Joan’s zest for life, her friendliness and big smile.
From: Barry & Cindy Lipscombe
Relation: Square Dancing
We recall good times during square dancing and admiring Joan’s skills at Bridge. Do stop in soon Arthur, for a big “yellow rock” hug! Cindy & Barry
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
Date & Time:
September 22, 2012
Beginning at 11:00am
Location:
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
222 West Richards
Nelson, BC
Interment will follow the service in Nelson Memorial Park Cemetery
222 West Richards
Nelson, BC
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