Joanne Marie Volk

Volk, Joanne Marie: Jo passed away after a brief illness on February 16, 2017 at North York General Hospital. She is survived by her beloved husband David Dowker and her sister Michelle Volk. Pre-deceased by her parents Joseph and Mary (nee Zeagman) Volk. She will be fondly remembered by David’s parents, Robert and Marie, his brother Paul and sisters Teresa and Karen, and numerous teachers, students and friends. Jo taught at Shoreham Public Sports and Wellness Academy for her entire career. She was a rare gem in the teaching profession and a one-of-a-kind, devoted educator. She dedicated her life to her students and taught with passion, integrity, humanity and kindness. A compelling intellect with an eclectic taste in music, literature and art, greatly enriching her classroom and the young lives she touched, Jo left an indelible mark on all who knew her. She was passionate about issues of fairness, social justice, inclusion and the environment. A generous spirit and a gift to us all. She will be deeply missed. Visitation will be held at the R.S. Kane Funeral Home, 6150 Yonge Street, Toronto (south of Steeles and north of Goulding) on Saturday February 25, 2017 from 1:00 p.m. until time of service in the R. S. Kane Chapel at 2:00 p.m. Cremation. Memorial donations to a Charity of Choice would be appreciated. Condolences may be forwarded to the family through www.rskane.ca.