JOAN LAVERNE WARRENER

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JOAN LAVERNE WARRENER (nee CHALLONER) February 14, 1933 - November 9, 2013 Peacefully at home, on Saturday, November 9, 2013, with family members by her side, our beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Joan Laverne Warrener (nee Challoner), went home to her Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, at the age of 80 years. Deeply loved, Joan will be sadly missed by her loving husband Jim; son Don (Sarah); and beloved granddaughter, Melissa. Also left to cherish her memory are her brother, Bob (Myrt) Challoner of Summerland, BC and family; as well as many beloved family members and dear friends. Joan grew up in the small farming community of Norquay, Saskatchewan, where she made many lifelong friends and graduated from nearby Sturgis High School. She continued on to attend the School of Nursing at the Winnipeg General Hospital, graduating as a Registered Nurse in 1954 with the Alumnae Award for Proficiency in Clinical Nursing. While working as a nurse in Killarney, Manitoba, Joan met a young engineer named Jim Warrener. They were married on November 8, 1958, at St. Jude's Anglican Church and spent 55 beautiful years together. Joan and Jim have been active members of St. Saviour's Anglican Church for over 45 years. Mom's incredible faith, and her compassion and concern for others pervaded all aspects of her life. Her cooking skills were legendary and the high point of our family celebrations. No gathering was complete without one of Joan's delicious pies, cakes, cookies or cinnamon buns! Joan's greatest joy was spending time with family and friends, most especially special time spent with her granddaughter, Melissa. Many hours spent cooking and baking together, and sharing love and laughter will be treasured by us all. On Friday, November 22, 2013, Joan's Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. in St. Saviour's Anglican Church, 690 Munroe Avenue. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Rev. Simon Blaikie, Dr. A. Kong, as well as all of the staff of the W.R.H.A. Palliative Care Program for their care and compassion. A special thank you to Ann, whose faithful care will always be remembered. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joan's memory can be made to St. Saviour's Discipleship and Mission Ministry, in care of St. Saviour's Anglican Church, 690 Munroe Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R2K 1J2. Wojcik's Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 2157 Portage Avenue, 204 - 897 - 4665, is in care of arrangements. wojciksfuneralchapel.com. Rest eternal grant unto her, O Lord, and let light perpetual shine upon her.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 16, 2013