Joyce was born February 16, 1925 in London, England, married John Walter Dales May 25, 1947 and immigrated to Canada. Joyce and John farmed at Sperling until 1999. Joyce has resided in Carman from 1999 until present.
Joyce is predeceased by her husband, John in 1999; parents Jane Mary Ann and Robert Smith; brother Robert (Winnifred); sister Gladys (Reg – 1st husband killed in WWII) (Sydney).
Left to mourn are Joyce and John’s two children, Judith (Stan) and Clive (Carrol); Two grandchildren, Tiffany and Christopher (Lisa); two great granddaughters, Shelby and Madelyn, also one more great grandchild due August 2022; plus nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews in England, Australia, New Zealand and Canada.
The family would like to thank everyone in Carman who have taken car of Joyce over the last 22 years. Also to the staff at Boundary Trails during Mum’s brief stay, plus a big thank you to the staff at Boyne Lodge for their care and understanding.
Donations may be made to Boyne Lodge in lieu of flowers.
Private family graveside service will be held at the Sperling Cemetery.