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JOAN TARRANT

Date of Passing: Jan 25, 2016

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JOAN TARRANT (nee HUDSON) Joan Tarrant passed away peacefully at Buchanan Lodge in New Westminster, B.C. on the January 25, 2016 at the age of 88. Joan was predeceased by parents, William and Rosa Hudson; brother Roy; and sister Mavis Brown (Eldon. She is survived by husband Rex; brother Harvey Hudson (Margaret Ann) of Ft. Frances; children, Keith, Bruce (Lesley) of Winnipeg, Darrell (Simone) of Kenora, Val Webster (Jack) of Ft. Frances, and Lynda Hamer-Mallinson (Steve) of Surrey, B.C. Joan delighted in her many grandchildren. After leaving school Joan enrolled at The Success Business College graduating with Gold Medals in both typing and shorthand. She then joined the Federal Civil Service as a secretary. In 1952 she met Rex, an R.A.F. Officer completing his flying training in Winnipeg. They corresponded for a year and were later married in England. Joan spent the next five years as an Air Force Wife, starting her family in England. In 1958 she returned to Canada and devoted the next few years to her family before re-starting her career. Joan worked for the Dept. of Indian Affairs. Donations may be made to The Alzheimer's Society. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 01, 2016

Condolences & Memories (15 entries)

  • Joan welcomed me into the family with open arms and continued to keep those arms open and welcome when I was no longer married into the family and had moved on. She graciously accepted my new husband, Henry, into her home and included him as well in part of family celebrations. She was a wonderful mother-in-law and I am blessed for having had her enrich my life. - Posted by: Cynthia Zimmerman (daughter-in-law) on: Mar 31, 2016

  • Lots of happy, fond memories - Christmas Eve parties, picnics and movie nights - times never to be forgotten. Thank you and love always - you are forever in our hearts - Posted by: Jennifer & family (Granddaughter & great-grandchildren ) on: Feb 07, 2016

  • Joan was a gracious lady, soft voiced and gentle in her ways and she was truly loved. - Posted by: Rex Tarrant (Husband.) on: Feb 06, 2016

  • Joan was a gracious lady. Soft voiced and gentle in her ways, and she was truly loved. - Posted by: Rex Tarrant. (Husband.) on: Feb 06, 2016

  • Joan was a gracious lady. Soft voiced and gentle in her ways, and she was truly loved. - Posted by: Rex Tarrant. (Husband.) on: Feb 06, 2016

  • Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. We lived behind the Tarrents in Fort Richmond and our kids grew up together. Joan, you will be missed. - Posted by: The Hazledine Family (Friend) on: Feb 04, 2016

  • Memories of helping mom with gardening and Christmas baking; Christmas dinners at the Brown's and the Hudson's; visits Assiniboine Park's zoo and conservatory; vacations at Coney Island and Grand Beach; the pain every time I flew back to Toronto from Winnipeg; and finally the pain when I flew back to Winnipeg from Vancouver the last time. Mom, you had a long life. Your long long struggle with lewy body dementia is over. Rest in peace mom. I love you. - Posted by: Keith Tarrant (Eldest son) on: Feb 02, 2016

  • Dear Bruce and Lesley our deepest sympathy on passing of your mother - Posted by: Clint & Laura Turner (Cousin) on: Feb 01, 2016

  • My condolences to you Keith and to your family. - Posted by: Norah Wakula (Old friend of Keith) on: Feb 01, 2016

  • I remember a playful spirit. Mom could laugh at herself and delivered some great zingers with her keen sense of humor. I remember a partner; mom was always there for me when I most needed her. That was her way. Now with our Lord we can celebrate this beautiful, adventurous strong and dedicated mother, wife, grandmother, aunt and friend. Forever in my heart. - Posted by: Lynda Hamer (Daughter) on: Feb 01, 2016

  • my condolences to Bruce, Lesley and family on the passing of your Mom and Grandma - Posted by: Donna Friesen (Dorward) (family friend) on: Feb 01, 2016

  • A well loved Auntie, and our mother's sister & best friend. We enjoyed many picnics, and other family times together. - Posted by: Judy Brown (niece) on: Feb 01, 2016

  • Always kind, gentle and soft spoken. You live on in the memories of those who loved you. I will always fondly remember the good times we shared. - Posted by: Isaiah Tarrant (Grandson) on: Feb 01, 2016

  • We have many fond memories of our dear Mom. Sometimes words can't always express what you feel about someone. We have many loving thoughts concerning Mom's kindness, gentleness and caring for us, our children and our grandchildren. She always accepted us and did many special and personal things for each one of us. We look forward to the day we will see Mom again in eternity - Posted by: Bruce & Lesley (Son and daughter-in-law) on: Feb 01, 2016

  • RIP Grandma Tarrant "Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day.. unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed.. still very dear." - Posted by: Daniel & Corrine (Grandson & Granddaughter in Law) on: Feb 01, 2016

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