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25 | O akville B eaver | T hursday,July 7,2022 insidehalton.com CARTER, Louise Mae (nee Daiken) ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away at The Carpenter Hospice, Burlington on Thursday, June 30, 2022, at the age of 79. Predeceased by her husband Otis. Loving mother of Julia (Martin) Nurmi, Janice (Todd) Whyte and Joanne (Derek) Durham. Cherished grandmother of Alexander, Cassandra, Kayla, Logan, Kyle, and Sierra. Predeceased by her parents Herbert and Etta (late Jim Purvis), survived by her sister Ruthie Heitz. Visitation at SMITH'S FUNERAL HOME, 1167 Guelph Line (one stop light north of QEW), BURLINGTON (905-632- 3333), on Thursday, July 7 from 12 p.m., where the Funeral Service will follow at 1 p.m. If desired, memorial contributions to The Carpenter Hospice or the Canadian Cancer Society would be sincerely appreciated by the family. www.smithsfh.com CERVIN (nee Dobson), Joan Congreve ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Devoted wife, twin sister, daughter, adoring mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother, loyal and witty friend, lover of poetry, babies and nature, died peacefully in her sleep at the age of 98, June 28, 2022, in Chartwell Waterford Retirement Residence Oakville Ontario. From Joan's memoir: "what I have found is that love is the most important thing. [not] only the special love one has for one's partner, important as it is; I include love of family and close friends...it is rather loving them than being loved by them, ... that brings happiness". Joan lived every moment of her 98 years with enthusiasm, curiosity, and generosity. A progressive thinker and world traveller she saw the good in all people. The many charities she supported made lives better for children around the world, strengthened social justice, and equality for women, and 2SLGBQTI+ people. Born October 8, 1923, in Melbourne Australia, "the traveling twins" Joan and Anne, aged 3 months, sailed by steamship to England where they spent their happy childhood. Years later as a mother, Joan dedicated herself to giving her own children the security and love that she firmly believed prepared her to weather all life's storms. When Claude Dobson, her father, died in 1940, her intrepid mother, Polly brought the twins to Canada by ship, during the height of the Battle of the Atlantic. As soon as they could, Joan, Anne and Polly enlisted in the Women's Royal Canadian Navy Service ("the Wrens") to do their part in supporting the war effort. After the war Joan became secretary to the Canadian Consul in Brussels where she and Val, an unlikely couple, met on a spur of the moment blind date. He was older, an academic, introverted, often pessimistic but persuasive and charming. Joan was young, beautiful, spontaneous, and effortlessly attractive. They fell deeply in love, married, and began their adventurous and tumultuous 54 years together. They moved to Montreal in 1950 where Cathy, their first child, was born. Following Val's jobs they moved to Toronto, where Andrew was born, and then to rural Essex County in 1961, when Val became a professor at the University of Windsor and Maggie was born. Joan volunteered for years with the NDP, was always there when her children came home from school, made many friends, and travelled with Val to France, Switzerland, Russia, Czechoslovakia, Japan, Spain, and of course the UK to see Anne and her family. They were actively involved in university life attending and hosting many parties. When Val retired, they moved back to Toronto, continued traveling, formed new, enduring friendships, played tennis and bridge, Joan served as secretary to the Condominium Board, and they welcomed grandchildren into their lives. When Val died in 2004 Joan stayed in their condo, walked every day, read many books, did countless crosswords, cared for grandchildren, and kept up her active social life. Joan lived independently until 2021 when her health and memory began to decline, and she moved to Chartwell Waterford retirement residence. Throughout her life, Joan made friends everywhere and was universally loved for her generous spirit, wide- ranging knowledge, brilliant conversation, and outgoing personality. A gourmet cook, she hosted friends and family with wine and delicious food, well into her 90s. With Val, she raised Cathy, Andrew and Maggie with a firm and loving hand, imparting life skills and values they cherish to this day. She knew countless poems by heart and would recite all 70 stanzas (589 lines) of Horatius at the Bridge to entertain her children on road trips. She adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and was active and helpful in their upbringing, often rescuing sleep-deprived parents. Joan was pre-deceased by Claude Congreve Dobson (father), Edith (Polly) Dobson (mother), Vladimir Cervin (husband), Anne Patterson (twin). She is survived by her children: Catherine (the late David Gass), Andrew (MaryAnn), Maggie (Dave), her grandchildren Andrea, Daniel, Zander, Tom, and her great- grandchildren Jason, Keira, Jessica, Gemma, and Zola Joan. Joan's family circle includes Gerry Brosky (father of Zander and Tom), and David Gass' children Heather (Lisa), Susan (Craig) and Ian and her dear friends Gwen, Bob, Brenda, Grace, and Frank. The family send heartfelt thanks for the excellent, compassionate and professional care Joan received from the staff of the Chartwell Waterford Retirement Residence in Oakville Ontario, and the Personal Support Workers from Home Care Assistance and Paramed. We want to particularly thank Dr. Issam Obeid, Sylvia, Debrienne, Abbie, Pama, Cherina, Rose, Cherry, Sandra, Joy, Angele, Mira, Neethu and Vivian. With help from the family, these amazing, kind workers made her last days comfortable and peaceful. Last words from Joan " [A] quick word to the young ones - don't ever think, as one does in youth (I certainly did) - that nothing will matter by the time you are thirty (or whatever) because by then you won't care. I assure you; you go on caring and, with luck, enjoying life right through it." A service in celebration of Joan's life will be held Wednesday July 6 at 1:00 p.m. at Turner and Porter Yorke Chapel 2357 Bloor St W, Toronto (Bloor and Windermere). All friends and family are welcome. Feel free to wear something colourful in honour of Joan's love of bright clothing. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Feed the Children, your local food bank, or Nature Conservancy of Canada. JEMISON, Madeleine (Csonka) August 16, 1931 - June 24, 2022 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Madeleine passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 90. Predeceased by her beloved husband Albert (2006). Loving mother of Jill (Mike), John (Tamara), Anne, and Carol. Cherished grandma of Kate, Beth, Karen, Jack and Scott and great-grandma to Madeleine, Claire and Amelia. She was a loving aunt, devo- ted sister, and loyal friend. Cremation has taken place. As per her wishes, a private family gathering is planned in lieu of visitation or service. For those who wish, donations to Parkinson Canada or charity of your choice. McCORMICK, Sharon Ann ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Sharon Ann McCormick on Saturday July 2, 2022, at Burloak Long Term Care Residence Burlington Ontario at the age of 75. Beloved wife of Gerry McCormick. Cherished mother of sons Sean (Charlene), Michael (Lisa) and grandchildren Zane, Cheyenne, Braedon, and Meghan. Born in Moncton New Brunswick February 13, 1947, to the late Anthony and Dorothy Grondin. She is survived by her sister Ruth and brother John, both of Fredericton New Brunswick. She was predeceased by her dear sister Judy and brothers Michael and Terry. Sharon Ann enjoyed an active social life and valued her long-term friends especially travel, theatre, and gym. She loved her kitchen, and her cooking skills were second to none. Walks to Bronte Pier no matter the season were high on her list. Sharon Ann always looked forward to annual summer trips to New Brunswick to visit family and friends along with an evening at Richie Warf for music and dancing. She loved to dance. Thank you to those friends visiting Sharon Ann while she was still at home. Your kindness will never be forgotten. The family would like to thank Dr. Douglas, Dr. Lam, and the caring staff at Burloak Long Term Care Residence. If desired, donations may be in her memory to the Alzheimer's Society of Ontario. Family and friends will be received at Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home 64 Lakeshore Rd West in Oakville from 6:00 to 8:00pm on Monday, July 11, 2022. Celebration of life will be held at St Dominic's Roman Catholic Church, 2415 Rebecca Street, Oakville, Ontario at 11:00 am on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, with a luncheon to follow. Online condolences may be made through www.koprivataylor.com SARGENT, Frederick MacKay July 22, 1936 - June 18, 2022 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Frederick MacKay Sargent, 85 born in Glasgow Scotland, living in Burlington, sadly left us June 18th, passing away from kidney failure at the Ian Anderson House hospice in Oakville. He was predeceased by his father Frederick Sargent Sr. and mother Wanzar Sargent. He will be forever remembered by his wife of 47 years, Ann (Kane) Sargent, and their son Scott Schilling, beloved 'Papa' to grand- children, Jeremy and Mia. Fred was a wonderful son-in-law to Rita and Des Kane Sr., brother- in-law to Seamus and Raymond Kane(deceased), and to Brendan, Deirdre and Desmond Kane and his wife Kelly, uncle to Georgia and Rachel Kane. Fred's career was in the travel and insurance industry at which time he and Ann enjoyed many exotic travels. Fred was a cook, a golfer, a boater and a professional jazz drummer and an ardent fan of the 'greats in music'. He is fondly remem- bered for his great sense of humour, his style, humility and for his love of his friends and of animals, especially their five dogs (deceased). Cremation has taken place. A private family service is planned for July 7th at St. Jude's Cemetery, Oakville with Celebration of Life following. In lieu of flowers, if you choose to make a donation in Fred's memory please send to Ian Anderson House hospice Oakville. Sincere thanks to the compassionate staff and volunteers of this amazing sanctuary, who helped him on his last journey. https://www.ianandersonhouse.com/ OBITUARIES | REMEMBERING THE LIVES OF THOSE IN OUR COMMUNITY Pleasant in manner, patient in pain, our loss is your eternal gain. Your cheery ways and smiling face, are a pleasure to recall; you had a kindly word for each, and died beloved by all. OBITUARIES