Cameron – Joan Mae, of Harmony, Queens County, passed away with family at her side as the sun rose and the birds sang on June 28th, 2018 in her 81st year.
Born in Westfield Nova Scotia she was the daughter of the late Clifford and Beulah (Frail) Fancy.
Joan loved the community and people of the area and would often be found at home entertaining the many visitors who stopped in for a chat. Joan loved nature and during her 50 years of marriage to Arnold they found joy wandering the woods and brooks of Queens County, fishing, hiking and enjoying life together. An avid bird watcher one would marvel at her delight in the many species of birds who visited her bird feeders. She was a dedicated caretaker and mom to her cat Suzie and to many pet companions throughout the years. Joan was a die-hard Toronto Blue Jays fan and one of her most recent highlights was that of watching a live game in Toronto. Joan worked for many years at the North Queens Nursing home, a job she dearly loved. Quick witted and funny Joan brought a smile and a warmth to everyone she met. She will be missed by the many who called her mom, grammie, great grammie, aunt, sister, cousin, loving friend and neighbor.
Joan is survived by her daughters Christine (Dwight) Mansfield; Bernice (Mike) Gaetz; Jane Marie (Scott) Jensen; her son Bill (Anne) Cameron. Proud grandmother of Karin, David, Danielle, Scotty, Lisa, Brett and Natalie and great grandmother to Cameron Weslak, Clover and Opal Jensen. A cherished sister to Everette, Basil, Irving, Odessa and Pauline.
Predeceased besides her parents are her loving husband Arnold Eugene; sisters Amy, Elva, Geraldine, Eleanor, and twin sister Jean as well as her brothers Albert, Avery, Borden, Eugene and Barry.
A graveside service will be held Monday, July 2, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. in Harmony Cemetery. Pastor Royce Getson officiating. Reception to follow at the North Queens Fire Hall. No flowers by request, donations in Joan’s memory may be made to the North Queens Medical Centre, Caledonia, NS. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com
There were so many within the local home care and home support community that assisted Mom at home. Words cannot express the family’s gratitude to her “special home care girls…you know who you are.” Special thanks to Lorna and Bill, Bea, Kyle and Shirley.
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Patsy &Arthur Conrad
To the Cameron Family,my condolence to you,Joan will be missed by everyone who knew here,especially her friend of 50 years,she was the kindness and sweetest person that I had the chance of knowing,Hold her Memories close to your heart,because you were her life,R.I.P. dear friend Patsy
lincoln kempton
so sorry to hear of the loss
Heather Anthony
Joan’s Family, I worked with this lady at North Queens Nursing Home, we had many laughs. She really was a caregiver. Cherish your memories, my condolences to the family.
Megan Hawkes
So sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Cathy Merry
RIP Joan always a pleasure seeing and talking to you!!!
Phyllis Weaver
So sad . I loved her . Wish I could come but it’s just soon for me to do that but my thoughts are with you all . Please keep in touch .
Judi and Bill Wamboldt
Joanie and I have been friends for many years and we always managed to find something to have a chuckle about every time our paths crossed. Her love for her family will live on. We’ve been blessed to have had this sweet and gentle spirit in our lives.
Anne Shay Kempton
My sincere condolences in the passing of your loved one. Joan was a wonderful neighbor of mine when I lived in Harmony in the late 1980’s. She use to go walking in the evening with other neighbors and friends. I remember the laughter and chattering that went on. Joan will be missed by so many that loved her. Rest In Peace.
Cheryl Selig
To Bernice and family,
I know it has been a while since we’ve connected but I want you to know I think of your often and I send my deepest condolences on the loss of your mom.
“Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed and forever dear.”
Elaine Kempton
Thinking of you at this sad time.
Heather Kempton
My sincere condolences to the family. She was a great neighbour and a wonderful lady.
SUZANNE FRAIL
So sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. My condolences to you all.
DICK COLE
SORRY TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF COUSIN JOAN CAMERON.
Judy & Eric Cole
My most special memory of Joan occurred on a camping trip to Kedge with the NQ Brownie Troop in the late 70’s. When all the girls were fairly quiet in the tents, we leaders made our way to the kitchen shelter and Joanie declared she knew how to keep any bears from approaching and proceeded to fry up a gigantic pan of onions,while every so often hushing the chatter so we could listen for any bears. Her love of life, fun, and family was a great example to many. She will be missed by so many. We are thinking of all of you at this very sad time.
joanne worthylake
So sorry for your loss ..The Worthylake family ..
Muriel Canning
Sorry to hear of Joan’s passing . She will be missed by all who new her .
Vernon & Joyce Hawkes
So sorry to learn of Joan’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all her family.
Sharon and Dennis Wills
Please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one. She will be missed by many. Joan was a dear lady and I will especilly miss her as a friend and in church. She always went when she was able. Heaven has now gained a beautiful angel and she will be watching over her family. Our prayers and thoughts to all the family. Hugs to you all.
Sharon and Dennis
Terry &Sheila DeLong
I’m sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. Living in the area most of my life I knew &had many little chats with Joan. She is another piece of our memories gone to a better place. God bless her &her families. Treasure your memories.
Mary and Rod Keirstead
We were so sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. She was such a lovely lady, and made me feel so welcome when I dropped in to bring Meals on Wheels or just to chat. Many years ago she very kindly helped me with Brownies; I have never forgotten that–she was “Snowy Owl”! She always had a keen sense of humour. We send all of you our best wishes.
Tim And Kim
Bill, Anne and family
So very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you xo all our love Tim, Lim, Stephen and Cole
Lorraine Colp
Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Treasure the memories shared together as they will help ease the sorrow.
In sympathy and friendship,
Lorraine Colp
Maureen [Fancy] Bartlett
Aunt Joan was the second funniest person I ever met [the first was Steven]. I remember having sleepovers with Bernice [Annie!] and being met with a smile and a hug when we got up in the morning. I swear that woman was never in a bad mood. The funniest Aunt Joan story I have is the time she brought Billie and Bernice to our house for a few days because dad [Basil] was away working and she and mom [Margie] were having a girls get together. The first night Bernice and I were awoken by the worst kind of screaming. We ran downstairs and came upon an awful debacle. A bat had gotten into the house. There was mom with a broom and Aunt Joan with a mop and both had wrapped cup towels around their heads. Aunt Joan’s cup towel had loosened and fallen around her eyes and she was flailing uncontrollably with the mop. How she didn’t take mom out I’ll never know. Since she couldn’t see a thing she was trying to listen for the sound of flapping wings, which of course, was impossible to hear over the screaming. After my grandfather came up and got rid of the bat she had us all in stitches laughing at what had just taken place. She was a wonderful woman and lived a happy and fulfilled life. You kids and grandkids were so blessed to have her as your mom and grandmother. I hope your memories bring you comfort. Maureen
Lena Pierre
Bernice and Mike and family
I’m so very sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. I know how difficult losing a mom is. Know that I think of you often and especially now in your time of grief.
Cheryl Mansfield
Joan was one of a kind.the sweetest person you could’ve known with a huge heart who loved life …she will be missed ….hugs to you all XOXO
cedric@susan smith
Christine and family am so sorry to here about your mom our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this sad time she was such a beautiful lady hugs
Sylvia Fancy
To Joan’s family and many friends we extend our deepest sympathy. “Granny” as I called her and I shared many laughs while working at the “old” nursing home. Can’t remember a time she didn’t have a smile on her face . She so enjoyed life and always had such a positive attitude. She was quite a lady and a good friend. She will be missed . RIP Granny..
Jeannette Lewis
My thoughts and prayers go out to Joans Families.I will miss her smiles and humour .She will be missed by all that knew her .Sincerely Jeannette Lewis
Cindy Mooers
I am very sorry to hear of Joans passing.
Greg and Shirleen Black
Greg and I send our deepest condolences to all of Joan’s family members at this difficult time.
Cheryl Baker
Dear Jane-Marie,
Please accept my sincere sympathy as you mourn the loss of your mother. Joan was a wonderful lady who kindly supported school events many times when we were growing up. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Cheryl (Waterman) Baker