MILBURN, Joan (Green) Milburn -
March 12, 1931 - June 24, 2023
Passed away at home on June 24, 2023 at the age of 92.
Born in England in 1931 Joan was the eldest of 3 siblings which included an identical twin sister.
Joan became a registered nurse in England.
She started out delivering babies back in the time when midwives delivered the babies on their own and only called doctors if there were complications.
er goal was to work in the operating theater and that's exactly what she ultimately did.
She met the love of her life Geoff Milburn in the early 1950's. Their first date was going to watch Queen Elizabeth's coronation in 1953.
Geoff and Joan married in 1956 and 4 days later journeyed by boat to immigrate to Canada.
While Geoff joined Consumers' Gas (a company he would work at until his retirement as VP of Public Affairs), Joan worked as a nurse until she became pregnant with her first child, a son Roger.
A daughter Heather would follow two years later. Much later, Joan and Geoff would delight in becoming grandparents with the arrival of granddaughter Dallas and grandson Peyton.
Joan and Geoff had a wonderful life together enjoying many hobbies and interests such as ballroom dancing, sailing and the theater. In 2016 Joan was made a lifetime member of the Oshawa Little Theatre for her many years of volunteering and support.
They both loved animals owning many horses, dogs, cats and birds.
Joan was known for her smile and style; always dressed to look her best with her trademark perfect nails. She had a great laugh and the gift of the gab.
She was an enthusiastic fan of the Dallas Cowboys and of Formula One racing.
In her younger years she charmed her way out of a speeding ticket or two (or three)....
Joan will be greatly missed by her many friends and family.
There will be no visitation or service.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at BARNES MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME .
Should you choose to make a donation in Joan's memory there are a few organizations that come to mind:
- the Oshawa Little Theatre or
- Team Chelsea Lost Pet Search Group (on Facebook) or
- Support a local animal rescue/shelter in your area.
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