Passed away peacefully, on Tuesday, December 19, 2017, at the age of 84. Loving wife of the late John. Caring mother of Linda, Jim, Kathy (Fred), Sandra (Paul) and predeceased by Robert. Proud granny of Carmen, Erin, Brynn, Andrea, Michael, Jennifer, Randy, John, Johnathan, Samantha, Pamela, Denise, and numerous great-grandchildren. Cherished sister of Gord and Doug Gardner. Joan will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by her family and friends. A visitation will take place at the GIFFEN-MACK FUNERAL HOME, 2570 Danforth Ave., Toronto, on Tuesday, December 26, 2017, from 12-2 p.m. A Funeral Service to follow at 2 p.m. Interment to take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Toronto Humane Society or the Heart & Stroke Foundation