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Sunday
29
January
Visitation
2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Sunday, January 29, 2023
Brenan's Paradise Row Funeral Home
111 Paradise Row
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
Monday
30
January
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 am
Monday, January 30, 2023
Holy Redeemer Parish (St. Pius X Church)
316 Somerset Street
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
(506) 653-6830
Interment
St. Joseph's Cemetery
327 Westmorland Road
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
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Susan Robichaud posted a condolence
Monday, January 30, 2023
Dear Colleen, Mike and family,
I am so saddened to read that your dear mom has passed. I have so many fond memories of your mom from when we were all "hanging out" on Montgomery Crescent. She was always witty, warm and welcoming! I know you'll miss her terribly. We are thinking of you during this sad time. With love, Susan and Ron
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Brenda Tower posted a condolence
Sunday, January 29, 2023
Colleen please accept my condolences on the passing of your dear Mom. May your wonderful memories comfort you in the days ahead.
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Nancy Estabrooks posted a condolence
Sunday, January 29, 2023
Colleen, I am so sorry to hear you have lost yet another member of your family. Your dear mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Cherish the memories.
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wm goggin posted a condolence
Sunday, January 29, 2023
The Goggins were extremely lucky to have the Johnstons as neighbours for decades on Montgomery Crescent.
"Mrs J" was a constant personality in our household conversation--truly a unique and genuine person.
Colleen and extended family, our sincere condolences on Joan's passing.
She's already missed.
Wm Goggin (on behalf of all Goggins near and far)
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Clair and Larry Gautreau posted a condolence
Sunday, January 29, 2023
Colleen we were so sorry to hear of your dear mother passing away. She was a very special lady. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Larry and Clair Gautreau
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Maureen Kiervin posted a condolence
Sunday, January 29, 2023
Colleen, I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Maureen Kiervin
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Ruth and Elaine Saulnier posted a condolence
Sunday, January 29, 2023
Colleen so sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. She always had a smile on her face when ever I saw her. I always enjoyed our little chats and will be truly missed by all who knew her. She will always have a special place in my heart. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Ruth and Elaine Saulnier.
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Darlene Johnston posted a condolence
Sunday, January 29, 2023
Brian and I along with our girls and their family send our deepest condolences. We have such fond memories of Aunt Joan at the lake. Prayer to you Colleen
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Dave Essensa posted a condolence
Sunday, January 29, 2023
Colleen and the entire family;
Please accept our most sincere condolences on the passing of your dear Joan.
Joan was a great friend to our mother and father for many years and mom enjoyed her visits.
She was a strong and caring lady and I'm sure you all have many great memories to bring a smile to your faces during this difficult time. God Bless her.
Dave and Marilyn Essensa and Suzanne and Paul Gogan
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Harry & Sharon Charlton posted a condolence
Sunday, January 29, 2023
Colleen, we are very sorry to hear of your loss. I have very fond memories of your Mom when we worked together at Maritime Beverages. She was always full of life and took great interest in her work and her co-workers. And when we had social events, she was the life of the party….always had that smile and laugh. She will be missed. Our condolences to you and the family.
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Barb and Paul Brideau posted a condolence
Saturday, January 28, 2023
To the Johnson and Darrah families
We remember Joan and Bert from the early days. Even though we were a bit younger, those two would always display a love and kindness to each other. They were special! We know the memories of good times will offset the sadness of today.
Our sincere condolences.
Warmest regards, Barb and Paul Brideau
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Janice (White) Clements posted a condolence
Saturday, January 28, 2023
Dear Colleen,
So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing.Such a beautiful lady. I have lots of good memories of her as our neighbor.
Sincerely
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Irene Keleher posted a condolence
Saturday, January 28, 2023
Colleen, I'm so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Thinking of you at this difficult time and sending love and prayers.
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Helen Marie Walsh posted a condolence
Friday, January 27, 2023
Colleen, you were your mother’s guardian angel. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Nadia Zed posted a condolence
Friday, January 27, 2023
My deepest sympathies Colleen. Mother’s are special and she was definitely in that category. You were a wonderful daughter to her. May your memories together give you comfort.
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Gary and Colleen Knudson posted a condolence
Friday, January 27, 2023
To Colleen, Family and Friends,
So sorry Colleen for the loss of your Mother! A great lady! I remember her going on a trip and bringing me back red socks I could not find here. We need more women like her in this world. She will be missed by everyone who knew her. Love and hugs.
Gary and Colleen
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Belinda Rogers posted a condolence
Thursday, January 26, 2023
Colleeen...I'm heartbrokenly sad to just hear of this news...and shocked reading of the other family members who have passed too...This is a fabulous picture of Joan..just the way we all remember her..those eyes and smile...Family is what made her heart beat....such devotion to all of you and the deepest love always and forever...Joan was my backbone and cheerleader at work..I never would have made 10yrs without her help,patience and guidence...not only with work..but all the wedding help and advise..and then thru my 1st pregnancy...I loved her dearly...Norman and I are sending you love and hugs....and not a shock you were by her side...your love and devotion was equally given back to your mom from you. Xo
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Jackie Payne posted a condolence
Thursday, January 26, 2023
Colleen!!! Just want you too know that Aunt Joan was like another grandmother!!! I still remember her words too me and Stacey " When you see my kitchen curtains open you can come over" we were always watching for those curtains too open and when they did!!! We would say too mom Aunt Joan's curtains are open can we go over now!!!! Aunt Joan will always remember miss you forever!!!! RIPWith all your loved ones including my mom!!!!!!! Love You forever!!! Jacqueline Hagerman Payne.
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Michael and Lynn posted a condolence
Thursday, January 26, 2023
Those sparkling eyes, and that laugh...Rest in Peace, Aunt Joan.
Lynn and Michael
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Deb Edwards (Fleiger) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 26, 2023
My sincere condolences Colleen, another of the great ones gone….may she rest in well earned peace within the arms of her beloved heavenly family and friends who welcomed her. Many good memories, take care.
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Mary & Rick Cole posted a condolence
Thursday, January 26, 2023
oh she was the sweetest lady. I will never forget her and her daughter for taking the twins when they were very small and keeping them for a weekend to give us a break. God love her . RIP Joan❤ I will never forget your kindness You were so good to our boys...like they were your own. . She worked with Rick for many years even though some of those yrs they were in different branches they were in touch often. My sincere condolences to the family
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Rick Cole posted a condolence
Thursday, January 26, 2023
So sorry to hear of Joan's passing. I worked with her for many years and she was a delight to work with.
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Cathie Insley posted a condolence
Thursday, January 26, 2023
Dear Colleen
So very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cathie (McDevitt) Insley
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Bernice Brookins (McNulty) posted a condolence
Thursday, January 26, 2023
Dearest Colleen, Wayne and I just wanted to take a omens to express our deepest sympathies to you at the passing of your dear Mother. She was a truly lovely lady, and always a lady. She always shared a sincere smile a d ki d word to all. She will be sadly missed. Please extend our sympathies to the rest of the family, and I will keep you all in my prayers, love Bernice
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Sue Beale posted a condolence
Thursday, January 26, 2023
Coleen, I am so sorry to hear about your Mother. I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers, as will Aunt Jo.
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Sherry and Jim posted a condolence
Thursday, January 26, 2023
Colleen
Memories are wonderful keepsakes for the mind but we are heart broken for the loss you experienced
in losing your mother. Aunt Joan has been a wonderful example of living life to the fullest and setting an example for her family to live by. You have been her biggest cheerleader and support person for many years. Her smile, her wit, her direct approach to things, her caring nature and her attention to detail and style will be things I will remember about her most. May knowing how much others share your grief and loss, help you though the days to come. RIP Aunt Joan.
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Kathy Eastwood posted a condolence
Thursday, January 26, 2023
Collen, your mom was always smiling, with a heart of gold. I remember growing up on Montgomery Crescent and all the great times we had. Running thru the back yards. My thoughts go out to you and all your family. Sending love and support. Kathy (Shannon) Eastwood
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Graeme Scaplen posted a condolence
Thursday, January 26, 2023
Colleen,
Carmie and I were so saddened by hearing of your Mother’s passing. You are so strong and we are praying for you and your Mom . May God bless you Coleen.
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Sandra davis posted a condolence
Thursday, January 26, 2023
Colleen:
Eric and I are very sorry to hear about the loss of your mother.
You’ve had a rough couple of years.
Take care and know you are in our thoughts. - Sandy Davis
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Wednesday, January 25, 2023
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