MAGEE, Joyce Evelyn (nee FARMER) - Passed away in the comfort of her home at age 95, on Saturday, July 27, 2019.
She was cherished and cared for by her children Stephen Magee (Diane), Susan Phillips (Michael) and Janice Lymer (Gregg).
Joyce was predeceased by her husband of 66 years Robert Magee.
She was loved by her siblings and their spouses Jim Farmer (Ruth), Frank Farmer (Betty), Joan Gassyt (Peter) and Judy Phipps (Fred) including special 'sister' Dorothy Roberts, as well as her brothers-in-law and their wives, Jim Magee (Joan) and Ted Magee (Shirley).
Joyce was dear grandmother to Kim (Chris), Allison, Kathryn (Maurice), Jonathan (Victoria), Sean (Lauren), Nicholas (Lisa) Mitchel (Tiffany) and Evan, as well as beloved great-grandmother to Franklyn, Henry, Gabriel, Zeke, Enais, Isla, and Beau.
She will be greatly missed by numerous nieces and nephews and her Oakridge 'family'.
Joyce emigrated from Wales in 1929 with her parents, James and Gwen Farmer and brothers. She loved sharing stories of her early life in Toronto especially of working in her father's restaurant in the St. Lawrence Market where he shared his strong views on the benefits of socialism. This experience led to her life-long commitment to the NDP Party.
Joyce lived an independent and healthy 95 years – living modestly and insisting on only 'fresh food' (a legacy from her father).
She maintained a keen interest in world events and politics throughout her life through her daily consumption of the Toronto Star and CBC radio as well as lively family discussions.
She will be lovingly remembered for her fashion sense, love of chocolate, strong dislike of certain 'dumb' politicians and passion for her family.
We will hold a memorial for Mom at her residence on August 24th from 2 - 4 p.m.
In memory of Joyce, our Queen and matriarch, donations may be made to MADD, The NDP party or the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
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