LAMB, Letitia Joan (nee SULLIVAN) - January 12, 1930 – October 31, 2021
It is with great sadness we announce that our beloved mom, Joan, passed away at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, in her 92nd year, after a brief illness, and after several years of failing health and a long struggle with depression and anxiety.
Loving and beloved wife for 57 years of the late Benjamin (2015).
Loving mother of Kathleen, Peter (Tracey), and Marion (Geoff Gregson).
Devoted grandmother of Bethany (Tim Shields); Gavin, Leith, and Brianna Wrightman; Seth Lamb; and Alaina Gregson Lamb.
Adoring great-grandmother of Theo and Evan. She will be missed and remembered lovingly by her nieces and nephews. Born and raised in Toronto, Joan was a proud alumna of St. Clement's, attending many reunions over the years.
After graduating from Victoria College, University of Toronto, with a bachelor's degree in Modern Languages, Joan taught primary school until her marriage.
As an active member of Blythwood Road Baptist Church, she assisted refugee families and chaired the board of Blythwood Nursery School, among other activities.
She also devoted countless hours to other causes including sponsoring children and volunteering at the Lyndhurst Centr
e. In later years at Yorkminster Park Baptist Church, Joan enjoyed close fellowship with the Dorcas group. From childhood, Joan spent many happy summers in Muskoka, and she shared her love of the cottage with family, friends, and many others who were often invited for a meal and a swim.
She will be dearly missed by her caregivers who supported her over 15 years, and to whom we are truly thankful, especially her companions, Narcisa and Rosy. Their care and devotion made it possible for Joan to continue to live at her home where she was most comfortable and socially active until recent restrictions. Thank you to Dr. C. Cohen for her support and counselling, and to the doctors and nurses at Sunnybrook.
Friends and family may visit at the York Funeral Centre, North York, on Sunday, November 14th, from 1-5 p.m. A private service celebrating Joan's life will be held on Monday, November 15th, at 2 p.m. Interment will follow immediately after.
Memorial donations to Yorkminster Park Baptist Church or CAMH would be appreciated greatly.
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