May 17, 1950 – September 30, 2021
On Thursday, September 30, 2021, after a valiant 16 year struggle with Parkinson’s Disease, Joan passed away peacefully, with her husband of 48 years, Ken, and sister Linda, at her side.
Joan was predeceased by her father Eric, and sister-in-law Janet. She is survived by her husband Ken, mother Margaret, sister Linda, brothers Eric(Jonine) and Dan(Val), brother-in-law Allan, and numerous nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews.
Joan spent the majority of her working career at CP Rail, where she retired from, after 36 years of service. She started as a keypunch operator,progressed to running trades, payroll, and finally a position in the Customer Service Centre in Grain Terminations.
Upon her retirement, she received a tribute from her associates at the Canadian Grain Commission in Thunder Bay as an honest, caring and most dedicated person, never turning down any request she had from ‘Her Boys’, as she referred to them.
Joan and Ken enjoyed many memorable vacations. Among them were cruises to the Southern Caribbean, a trip along the Coastal Highway in California, from San Diego to San Francisco, and several trips to Florida and BC.They also enjoyed cheering for the Jets and the Blue Bombers, together.
Joan was a caring, thoughtful and kind-hearted person, always thinking of others before herself. She never complained about her own problems. Her strength and perseverance throughout her struggle with PD was admired by many, especially her husband, her family, and many friends at Joy Lutheran Church, The Enclave, and elsewhere.
In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. Due to COVID restrictions, a celebration of her life will be held at a later date. Thank you to the doctors, nurses and support staff at Victoria Hospital 5N, for their comfort and care of Joan during her final days. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Parkinson’s Canada, or to a charity of your choice, in memory of Joan.
‘Love Me Tender, Love Me True
Will Always Love You’
15 thoughts on “Joan Marie Ranick (nee Lemke)”
My condolences to Ken and family on Joan’s passing. Caren Dundas
I am so sorry to hear this news. I have lived Joan and her vibrant spirit for many years. Ken (and family) know that Joan touched so many hearts and will not be forgotten. My dearest sympathies Ken and Linda.
It was our blessing to know Joan. She was a kind and caring friend.
Bob & Arleen Hill
What a beautiful tribute to a very beautiful person….Joan was the best and will be greatly missed….tom and orrie
Joan, we will miss getting together with you, Ken, the Wards and Eyolfsons. We always enjoyed seeing your smile, hearing your laugh and sharing an evening with you.
With Love
Don & Janice Fischer
Joan, you will be missed terribly but are forever in our hearts and memories. Enjoy your deserved rest and peace with those we have already lost. Love you ‘cuz’.
Joan was truly an inspiration to us all. RIP
Joan, we will so miss our yearly get together….your quick wit, keeping the crew on their toes. We are honoured to be your friends and truly admire your strength. Til we meet again XO
Brian & Susie Eyolfson
So sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. We will miss her happy smile whenever we saw Joan. Our thoughts and prayers are with Joan’s family & friends.
Dennis & Linda Ducharme
Condolences to all of your family! Great memories of Joan will be with you forever!
We first met Joan and Ken when we moved to the Enclave 6 years ago. Their friendly, caring attitude was so welcoming and from there our friendship grew.
We were amazed at Joan’s tenacity in coping with her Parkinson’s disease! She greeted everyone with a smile and a cheery hi as she made her rounds around the halls and the grounds of the Enclave.
At gatherings she made her rounds making sure everyone was having a good time.
We will miss her! Our memories of her are only pleasant. She encouraged all of us to cope with what life has handed us and keep moving on!
Our condolences to Ken and her family.
Walt and Donna Kennington
So sorry for your loss. Meet Joan and Ken through Joy Lutheran Church. Joan and Ken were always cheerful, caring, welcoming souls. Joan in spite of her pain and dealing with Parkinson’s was always upbeat . Joan was a wonderful person and will be missed by many. Our condolences to Ken and her family.
Bob and Annette Derksen
Dear Ken,
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Joan. We will always remember her as a wonderful and loving person.
Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family at this time of sorrow.
With deepest sympathy,
Klaus and Elsa Wolf
Ken,
Please accept my sincerest sympathies on the passing of your beloved Joan. You two had such a special bond that could not be missed. May you take comfort in your memories, knowing that she is now at peace.
Diane Conolly (former colleague at GWL)
Dear Ken,
We were so sorry to hear about Joan’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Peter and Carole Tilley (former GWL)