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JOYCE HILL Joyce Patricia Hill died peacefully on Friday, September 19, 2014 at Oakview Place Extendicare in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She was a life long resident of St. James. Joyce is survived by her long time friend Irene Crofts, her sister-in-law Dorothy Hill and her nephew David O. (Cal) Hill. She was predeceased by her brother David, aunt Lettice and her parents Catherine and Percy Hill. Joyce's childhood was spent in Woodhaven. She earned degrees in Education and Arts from the University of Manitoba and taught for many years in the St. James School Division. She was principal of Woodhaven School from 1957 to 1959. Joyce was an Honorary Life Member of Girl Guides of Canada with 70 years of service in many capacities; Gold Cord Guide, Guider, Commissioner, Camp Advisor, Provincial Trainer, Trefoil Guild president and member for over 30 years. Joyce attended a number of National Meetings and Trefoil National Gatherings representing Manitoba. Joyce was a member of St. James United church until its closure in 1993. She was a member of the University Women's Club of Winnipeg and held many offices, including that of President. Joyce and Irene enjoyed their retirement years wintering in Victoria, B.C. and had a large group of Victoria friends. They enjoyed many cruises with Holland America. Joyce will be remembered for her wonderful smile and easy going nature. She excelled in needlework, baking, bridge, singing and knitting, donating hundreds of her hand made mittens and other items to various charities. Irene would like to thank the attentive staff at Oakview Place for Joyce's wonderful care these past months. At Joyce's request, there will not be a formal service. If friends desire, donations may be made to: Caddy Lake Girl Guide Camp, c/o 213-530 Century St., Winnipeg, MB, R3H 0Y4, or a charity of your choice. Chapel Lawn www.chapellawn.ca 204-885-9715
Publish Date: Sep 27, 2014
JOYCE HILL Joyce, a lifelong resident of St. James died peacefully on Friday, September 19, 2014 at Oakview Place, Winnipeg. A longer obituary will follow at a later date. www.chapellawn.ca 885-9715
Publish Date: Sep 22, 2014
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 27, 2014
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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I will always remember Joyce as a person with integrity, compassion, and an inspiration. I admired her very much. - Posted by: Karen Dewar (friend at St. James United Church) on: Oct 28, 2014
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I remember Joyce and Irene as 2 of my favourite guests at Red Lobster! Shrimp cocktails and salad with red wine vinaigrette. So sad to read of Joyce's passing. My thoughts are with you Irene. Teri - Posted by: Teri () on: Sep 28, 2014
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I was saddened to hear of Miss Hill's passing. I remember her fondly from Grade 6 at Buchanan Elementary School. I specifically remember her as an excellent educator and of course at the end of the year she hosted a "end of year" party for us at her home in Woodhaven. She was a wonderful lady. Rest in peace Miss Hill. - Posted by: Sheona Miller (Former Student Buchanan School 1970/71) on: Sep 27, 2014
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Joyce was so welcoming and sincetely interested in new people at the University Women's Club when I first joined. It was a pleasure to know her. I have lovely memories of playing bridge with her on Tuesday's. She is missed. - Posted by: Helen Forrest (friend) on: Sep 27, 2014
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Joyce was a wonderful and caring person, and gave freely of her to help others. I knew her from guiding, but also from the University Women's Club. It was Joyce and Irene who encouraged me to become active with the International Federation of University Women's Club. You never heard a cross word from Joyce. - Posted by: Mary Scott (Friend) on: Sep 26, 2014
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Joyce was a gracious lady and a kind soul. When I started as a very green president at CFUW, Irene and Joyce really mentored me. They were known as attending every International Federation of University Women's triennium and every CFUW AGM - traveling across Canada and internationally. They knew all the nuances of how meetings worked and how to make your voice heard at meetings. Everywhere they traveled they made friends and came home with stories. Joyce was a relaxed leader - inviting and unflustered by chaos. She would simply laugh off whatever disaster was eminent and 'carry on'. She has written very gently on the earth but with a lasting script. - Posted by: Doris Mae Oulton (friend and collegue) on: Sep 26, 2014
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Joyce was a very giving person of her time and support at the University Women's Club of Winnipeg. She could knit up a pair of mitts with her eyes closed! But it is not only the mitts, she was also a great mentor, she taught me that anything is possible and to go with your gut feeling. May you rest in peace. - Posted by: Sylvia Marsh (UWC- CFUW member) on: Sep 23, 2014
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Joyce will be remembered by the members of the University Women's Club of Winnipeg for her many years of dedication, service and support. She contributed many hours to many committees and ultimately served as President. Her gentle cheerful smile and quiet ways were greatly appreciated. There is one special place at the Dining Room table that will always be hers! Muriel Aboul-Atta (a fellow member of UWC) - Posted by: Muriel Aboul-Atta (friend) on: Sep 22, 2014
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I am sorry to learn of my Aunt's passing. I have so many thoughts and memories. Rest in peace my dear Auntie Joyce. - Posted by: David Hill (Nephew) on: Sep 22, 2014
