Patricia Joan Howarth

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of Patricia Joan Howarth (Joan) on March 23, 2025, at the Bethell Hospice in Inglewood, Ontario at the age of 81.

Joan was born on March 11, 1944, in Liverpool, England and spent most of her life in Brampton, Ontario where she built a warm and welcoming home for her family and friends. For the past 18 years, she resided at the Holland Christian Homes in Brampton.

A woman with a strong work ethic, Joan worked for many years at the Peel Manor Long Term Care Home taking care of others. She took great pride in her work, forming lasting connections with colleagues and residents alike. After becoming a Registered Practical Nurse, she worked in the Region of Peel Immunization Department, helping ensure that all of our children were safe and protected.

She is survived by her son, Peter; her grandchildren John and his fiancé Megan, Tess and her husband Adrian; her great grandchildren Ethan, Sophia, Nora and Simon; her sister Barbara and her husband John, her sister Margaret and her husband Keith and nephew Eric and his partner Hélène.

Joan was predeceased by her loving husband, John Charles Howarth (Jack) in 2005, her mother Margaret (Peggy) Leech and brother James Joseph “Jim” Young.

Joan was an avid reader and loved watching English footie games. More than anything, Joan loved her family. Once she started a conversation, it wouldn’t take long before she mentioned her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was the heart of every gathering, and nothing brought her more joy than being surrounded by her loved ones.

Joan’s love, wisdom, warm humor and gentle spirit will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. She made people feel special, always welcomed and deeply cared for, a kindness that will always be remembered. Although Joan is gone, she will live in our hearts and our memories forever.

The family would like to thank the incredible volunteers and staff at Bethell Hospice and Holland Christian Homes for taking care of Joan. We will be forever grateful for the love and compassion shown to Joan, her friends and her family.

A Memorial Celebration of Life will be held at Ward Funeral Home, Brampton Chapel on Wednesday April 2, 2025, from 6:00-8:00 P.M.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Canadian Cancer Society or Bethell Hospice in Joan’s memory.

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