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Joanne Connie Massey

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Joanne Connie Massey

September 10, 1948 - December 10, 2019

Passed away on the evening of 10 December, at Northumberland Hills Hospital, in the company of her children. She will be remembered as a glowing example of generosity, selflessness, and warmth, and as a gracious hostess. She will live on in the hearts of her husband, Lawrence, her children, Angela and Adam, and her grandchildren, Aidan, Niamh, Fergus, Calder, and Finn. A celebration of life will be held at the hall of St. Peter’s Anglican Church in Cobourg on Saturday, December 14th from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Northumberland Hills Hospital. Condolences received at www.MacCoubrey.com.

MESSAGES OF CONDOLENCE / DONATIONS

Greg and Marjorie Wall - December 18, 2019

We were so sorry to hear of Joanne’s passing. Greg was a university roommate of Larry’s. We have many great memories of both. Please accept our condolences. Sincerely Greg and Marjorie

Northumberland Chorus - December 17, 2019

So sorry to hear about Joanne's passing. We so enjoyed having her join us in the Christmas Chorus in 2018. Our condolences to all her family.

Kevin Caldwell - December 17, 2019 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation

Psychological Services, TDSB - December 16, 2019 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation

jennie bambridge - December 15, 2019

Joanne was a vibrant person who loved her family. I worked with Joanne at KPR. Where there is sadness loves plants a garden of great memories. Prayers & thoughts are with you at this time

Dale and Judy Hardy - December 15, 2019

Sincere Condolences A good and gracious lady to all.

Margaret Greenwood - December 14, 2019 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation

Rob and Lisa Schumacher - December 14, 2019

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, along with many fond memories.

Rob & Lisa Schumacher - December 14, 2019 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation

Marilyn& Garry Hutchinson - December 14, 2019

Condolences to the Massey family at this time of loss

Patty & Rob Greer - December 14, 2019

Dear Adam, Angela and Lawrence We were sooo sorry to hear about Joanne. Although we only met her a few times, she welcomed us into her home with a smile that would make anyone's day better.Please know that we are thinking about you at this difficult time...Patty & Rob GreerRichmond

Kingsley & Edith welton - December 14, 2019 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation

Barbara (Alexander) Higgs - December 14, 2019

Lawrence, Angie, and Adam.I was so very sad to read of Joanne's death. She was such a wonderful person. You were all blessed to have her as wife and mother and grandmother in your family. I am sorry that I will not be able to join you at her celebration of life today. But I will be there in spirit wishing you all the best as you deal with your loss. God bless you all.Barb (Alexander) Higgs

Robert and Jenny Garrison - December 14, 2019

As part of Joanne's extended family, we feel her sudden loss deeply while recognizing at the same time what a privilege it was to have known and admired her, even as we grieve.She was a woman who epitomized the best of human virtues: kindness, generosity, empathy, a warm and loving presence, selflessness, courage in adversity.She emanated a conspicuous gratitude for all of life's blessings, a homespun charm and sense of humour, and a wealth of understanding.Joanne was a bearer of the light; knowing she was there brought comfort and re-assurance.She will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved her but we know her spirit will abide in all seasons and the example she has bequeathed us will be a beacon in our futures.We shall cherish our fond memories of her.Robert and Jenny Garrison

Elizabeth McFarlane and Donna Reist - December 14, 2019 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation

Kingsley welton - December 14, 2019

I visited Joanne on Nov 20. So glad to have opportunity to see her. Her passing was truly unexpected. Memories are precious, keeping in touch is important, we never know what will happen each day of our life.

Kim Haynes - December 14, 2019 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation

Jenny Andrus - December 14, 2019

So very sorry to hear about the loss of Joanne. She was so kind and an ardent supporter of the local Parkinson’s community. Very sincere condolences on behalf of the Northumberland SuperWalk community.

Paul Van Blaricom & Sylvie Theriault - December 13, 2019

Our thoughts are with you Lawrence, Angie, Adam and the rest of the family. Sincere condolences Paul and Sylvie

Laurie, Carole, Mike and all your friends from hoc - December 13, 2019

Dear Angie, Nick and all your family. We are so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Please know that we are all thinking of you at this time, and that you have our heartfelt sympathy as you remember your mother and celebrate her life. Take good care,From Laurie, Carole, Mike and the team

Laurie, Carole, Mike and your hockey friends - December 13, 2019 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation

Glenn & Elaine Mann - December 13, 2019

Lawerance and Family, May we offer you our sincere condolences on the loss of Joanne!

Richard, Barb and family - December 13, 2019 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Charity of Your Choice

Burnham Public School - December 13, 2019 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation

Kyle Phillips - December 12, 2019

My condolences.

Debbie Wilton - December 12, 2019

Lots of love to all of you. I'm going to miss her and our adventures so much.

Tara Marshall-King - December 12, 2019

I’m so saddened to hear of the passing of Joanne. She was such a sweet and gentle soul. I remember fondly all the years she and my Mom watched Angie and I play hockey and transported us around to games. Great memories. Thinking of you Angie, Adam and Lawrence and the rest of the family.

Virginia Marshall - December 12, 2019

I am so shocked and saddened to see this notice. Joanne is a soul I will remember forever for her warmth, kindness and commitment to people and pursuits she cared about. The years we spent together transporting our girls to hockey games and attending meetings etc provided memories I have and will continue to cherish. Unfortunately I am unable to attend the visitation but please know my heart is with you Lawrence, Angie, Adam and your loved ones.

Sherri & Jeff Adams - December 12, 2019

We can’t begin to image what you are feeling right now, but we want you to know that we are just a phone call away. Our heartfelt condolences for the loss of such an amazing “Kindred Spirit”. We will miss Mom Massey greatly.Lots of love, Sherri & Jeff Adams

Meda and Brian Weir - December 11, 2019 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Charity of Your Choice

Meda and Brian Weir - December 11, 2019

To all the Massey Family We send our love and condolences as you gather to say goodbye to a wonderful wife, mom, grandma and friend. We did not have the opportunity to see Joanne and Lawrence and their family very often but it was good to catch up with each others lives. We also send love and our condolences to our cousins Verlie, Kathy Richard and Donald and families.May the Love of God and His comfort sustain and strengthen you in this time of loss.Brian and Meda Weir (Massey)Mike and Angie Weir and family and Mark Weir

Winnifred Platt - December 11, 2019

My sincere condolence to Lawrence and the family. Joanne was so kind, compassionate and devoted to family and friends. A loss to all who knew her.

Juanita Lindt - December 11, 2019

I am so sorry to hear of Joanne's passing. I was a teacher at Brighton PS when she was a secretary there. She was always willing to help and had a kind heart. You have my most sincere condolances.

Mary Mouse Checkley Ainsworth - December 11, 2019

Lawrence and family, please accept my condolences on the loss of your beloved wife and mother. I will always remember Joanne's kindness and professionalism as a coworker.