Joan Louise Barkhouse Windsor, Nova Scotia Obituary

Joan Louise Barkhouse

Age 78, of Falmouth, formerly of Newport Corner, passed away peacefully in the Windsor Elms Village, on Monday September 13, 2021, with family by her side. Born on October 2, 1942, in Windsor, she was a daughter of the late Austin and Lottie (Wile) Peach. She and Ronnie married young and had five children that they were so proud of. After her youngest son started school, she went to work at Dykeland Lodge in the dietary department for many years, until a car accident prevented her from returning. She and Ronnie enjoyed many trips later in life, Nashville, Newfoundland, Missouri but their favourite was the month-long cross Canada trip to celebrate their 50th anniversary. She was a faithful wife for 61 years until Ronnie’s passing, a devoted mother and a wonderful Nannie to her grandchildren. Joan kept beautiful gardens, was always up for a day of shopping, her “Frenchy’s” finds usually were meant for her family, and she loved feeding her family who misses those delicious Christmas dinners. No one cooked a turkey like Mom. Dementia robbed our mother of her memories and life and we’re thankful she is no longer in its grasp. Joan is survived by sons, Danny (Sharon), Michael (Lisa), Murray (Atasha), daughter, Jennifer (Clyde) DeWolfe; daughter-in-law, Annette Barkhouse; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; brother, John (Rosanne) Peach; sisters, Betty Beckwith and Linda (Gordon) Boyd. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Ronnie (2020); son, Terry (2018); brother, Wayne (Doris) Peach; sister-in-law, Brenda (Roger) Simm; brother-in-law, Richard Beckwith. The family wishes to thank the Windsor Elms, especially the “angels in scrubs” of Meadowview, House 3, for their wonderful care and love they showed our Mom, especially throughout the pandemic. Arrangements have been entrusted to DeMont Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 419 Albert St., Windsor (902-798-8317), where a funeral service in keeping with COVID-19 protocols (after immediate family is seated there will be 25 seats available for extended family and public), will be held on Saturday, September 18 at 3:00 p.m., Rev. Garnet Parker officiating. Burial will immediately follow in Ste. Croix Cemetery, St. Croix. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Joan may be made to Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia (1-800-611-6345). Messages of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting: www.demontfamilyfuneralhome.ca
October 2, 1942 - September 13, 202110/02/194209/13/2021
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Elaine Campbell
October 3, 2021
I am very sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. I spent many a fond day visiting with your mum and dad when I was a child and just the first two of you children were born. Through the years, we always shared good stories and memories whenever we met up. Such lovely peo... Continue Reading
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Paula Cameron nee smith
September 20, 2021
Joan was my cousin I was thankful to get to know her more she was a funny lady I got to call the dolls Austin and lottie. Rest in peace.
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Gilbert and Louise Wasson
September 20, 2021
The Batkhouse Family

Thinking of you at this difficult time.

Sincerely
Gilbert and Louise
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Garnet and Carolyn
September 19, 2021
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. May all your special memories of her bring great comfort to you in the days ahead. She will always be with you even in all those “Christmas Dinners”. Love and Prayers - Garnet and Carolyn
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Heather Macdonald
September 18, 2021
Thinking of you all at this time.She was a wonderful person.Remember all your special memories of her.❤️
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Mark Williams & Mary Hauer
September 17, 2021
To all the Barkhouse family, Mom and I were very sorry to hear of Joan's passing.
Losing a parent is never easy, but as you said "she finally escaped dementia's grasp".



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Blaine, Diane and Family
September 16, 2021
Danny, Sharon and Family - Barkhouse Family - Linda and Gordon and Family

So sorry to hear of Joan's passing. Please know we are thinking of you at this difficult time.
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Debi Parks
September 16, 2021
Murray and Barkhouse family.
So sorry to hear about your mom. We were just speaking of her on my last visit to your shop.
Your memories will get you through these trying days. But be thankful that your dad and Terry are waiting for her.

Debi (DGI)
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Susan Caldwell
September 16, 2021
Danny and family!

We're so sorry for your loss. We had the privilege of meeting your mother and father at the Medical Day Unit where we spent many hours while our partners under went chemo. Your father captured us with his jokes and your mother with her gentleness and c...
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Andy and Wanda harvey
September 16, 2021
We are thinking of family today.