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Martin, Joan Janet (MacKenzie) – born February 4, 1934 in Truro, N.S. Joan was the daughter of the late William and Jean (Pelton) MacKenzie and step-daughter of the late Elwin Barrett, Truro. Joan went to Toronto in the 1950’s and worked for Eaton’s for thirteen years and at the Canadian National Institute for the Blind, both in the accounts office. She also worked for East York Community Care, taking care of seniors in their homes. Joan and her husband retired to Truro in 1994. She was a member of St. James Presbyterian Church and the Ladies Social Circle Group, as well as the Good Times Seniors Club at the Truro Legion and the Good Neighbours Club, Palmer Street. Joan was an active member of the Scottish Society of Colchester. She did voluntary work with Palliative Care at the Colchester Regional Hospital from 1998 to 2005. Joan loved to bowl, dance, travel and walk. She is survived by daughter, Valerie (Paul) Sheppard, Brooklin, ON; son, Don (Cathy), Toronto, Ontario; granddaughter Jennifer (Chris Stephens), Brooklin, Ontario; sister, Vannessa MacAloney, Parrsboro; brother Gordon, Truro. She was predeceased by her husband of 41 years, Don; brothers, Don, George, Bill; and loving grandson, Paul. Visitation will be held from 7- 9 p.m. on Wednesday, February 1st with the funeral at 11 a.m., Thursday, February 2nd, both in Colchester Community Funeral Home, 512 Willow St., Truro with Rev. Brian Ross officiating. Interment in the spring in Watson Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Kidney Foundation of Canada. On-line condolences and donations may also be made at: www.colchestercommunity.com Special thanks to the staff of 6B at the Q.E. II, Halifax and Barb Nickerson; also the incredible staff of the Mira Long Term Care Centre, Truro. A very special “thank you” to long time friend, Doris Grant, a “guardian angel” to the family.

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• Barb Nickerson on February 3rd, 2012

  “It was a pleasure to know Joan and a priviledge to be involved in her life even for a short time. I extend my sympathy to the family and friends who have known and loved her.”

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• In loving memories of Joan Martin

  Michelle Ho on February 2nd, 2012

  “I am saddened by your loss I will cherish the memories of the times we spent together. I am with you during this time of grief.”

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  marjorie thompson on February 2nd, 2012

  “may you know that looking after joan was a pleasure she was so gentle and kind in her speech and manner when i told her she looked like her son tho she didnt talk she had a big smile-Don thank you for getting home to see her before passing Valerie she was just a lovely person that god let us have for a little while you and we will miss her greatly”

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• In loving memories of Joan Martin

  Justin Ho on February 2nd, 2012

  “Like a bird singing in the rain, let grateful memories survive in time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.”

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• In loving memories of Joan Martin

  Andrew Ho on February 2nd, 2012

  “Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow. I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you.”

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  JUDY ARCHIBALD on February 2nd, 2012

  “On behalf of the Good Time Senior Citizen Club,I would like to extend our sincere sympathy for Joan's passing.You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.Sincerely,Judy Archibald,President,Good Time Seniors.”

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