With quiet grace, as she lived her 88 years of life, Joyce passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side. She is survived by Harry, her soulmate and husband of 68 years, their four children and their spouses Paul, Dave (Phyllis), Scott (Nicki) and Joanne (Pete Kehoe). She adored ‘her darlings’ – grandchildren Graham, Fraser, Britney, Emma, Trish, Nicole, Colin, Ben, Olivia, and Kellen and eight great grandchildren. Joyce will be dearly missed by her sister Barb Dagg and was predeceased by her brothers Murray and Clinton Shaver. Special Auntie, second mom and cherished friend to so many including lifelong friendships with her ‘poker girls.’
Family was at the heart of everything Joyce did from impromptu ‘grandma days’ to her exceptional ability to set a few extra spots at the table, to life lessons such as treasuring the small moments and the undeniable fact that butter and salt makes everything better. Joyce didn’t just say she loved us, she showed us through countless selfless gestures.
We will honour Joyce’s wonderful life on Tuesday, June 28th from 2-4 and 6-8pm at Turner Family Funeral Home, 53 Main St, in Dundas. This will be an opportunity to come together to celebrate the extraordinary person that Joyce was and to share in the beautiful memories that we all have of such a gentle, caring, and thoughtful person.
Her family would like to thank those who have been such a source of strength and support to us. Your thoughts, love, visits, food and hugs have meant so much. A special thank you to Evelyn Woart, our angel caregiver who provided Joyce with such comfort over the past year.
Beautiful soul , she will be missed. Xoxo our love and prayers to all of you xo
She was a wonderful person who was loved by all.
She surely will be missed by all who knew her.
My love, thoughts and condolences to the family.
Thinking of the whole family at this sad time. What a great lady she was.❤️
A very special Auntie and second mom to me my whole life. I will forever have a special place for her in my heart.
Joyce was indeed an extrordinary person. Her artistic talents were visible throughout her home where she cherished those she loved.
Our thoughts and love are with all of you.
Virtual hugs,
Larry and Katie Vernon
My deepest sympathies to Harry & family. I had the pleasure of knowing Joyce thru her and Harry’s membership at Flamborough Hills Golf. Joyce was always so kind and just a beautiful soul. I’m so very sorry to here of her passing . All my thoughts and prayers to all the family & Friends. Deepest condolences Brenda Core (Previously Sheppard).
I’m so sorry to hear this; Joyce was truly a lovely
person!
My heart aches for all of you. ❤️
Roger and I were sorry to hear of Joyces passing.
She was such a grand lady. Deepest sympathy to the Roung family she will be greatly missed by all.
Another bright star in the sky.
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I loved this special woman like a mother, very important to me as I grew up. A beautiful couple. Sending so much love to all and ginormous hugs to Uncle Harry. Xo Susie Coverdale.
My deepest sympathy to all the Shaver and Roung families. I have had the pleasure of knowing Joyce for ever–as neighbours, public school and as a poker pal. Joyce was a lovely person and will be truly missed by all. R.I.P. my friend.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Roung Family. Joyce was a real “lady”. Always had a wonderful smile on her face. She will be missed by many.
Although I did not know Joyce in later years, in my childhood memories, she was always beautiful, fun and had a captivating smile. Those were the days when she and Harry lived in the apartment attached to the old farmhouse. The tributes from others are a testament to a life well lived.
Joyce was one of the sweetest ladies we had the pleasure of knowing. She was always impeccably dressed, and had a smile and kind word for everyone. We are blessed to have known this special lady.
Denis & Michelle Desrochers
Joyce was a wonderful lady and was always very kind to Bill and I.
Our heartfelt sympathies to Harry, Barb and all the Roung and Shaver kids and families.
A very special lady, special families.
My sympathies and condolences to the family. Joyce was a remarkable woman inside and out. I have so many cherished memories of “Auntie” Joyce and the family from when I was a kid. She made the Best Pumpkin Pie too.
Joyce was such a beautiful, grand lady. Although I knew Joyce most of my life, it wasn’t until many years later when Ron and I started our golf get aways at Forest with Harry and Joyce and the crew, that I truly got to know her. Her sense of family, friends and attitude towards life were an inspiration to all. She had a marvelous sense of humor and we had so many laughs. My heart goes out to Paul, Dave, Scott and Joanne. This lady will be truly missed by so many people. RIP Joyce
My love and prayers to Paul, Dave, Scott and Joanne and their families especially all Joyce’s wonderful grandchildren & great grandchildren. Joyce was a loving example of what family is and of welcoming new members in with love and grace. My first introduction to the entire Shaver family was scary to this shy girl from the city but Joyce just subtly reached out to me with warmth and understanding & made me feel so much calmer and welcome. I’ve always cherished that moment. She really was special. My heart and love is with you all.
Joyce was a great and beautiful lady, who always had a smile and kind word for everyone.
Her commitment to family, friends and community was remarkable.
Deepest sympathy to all the family. Glad to have known her. She is missed.
Joyce was the sweetest, kindest and most caring friend to all. She will be sadly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her❤️
Our communities loss is heavens gain. Condolences to Harry, Paul, Dave, Scott and Joanne and their families. Family and friends meant so much to Joyce. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers ❤️
Dave and Sandra
I would like to express my heartfelt sympathy to Harry and the entire Roung family. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your wife, mom and grandma. Even though I didn’t see Joyce very often, whenever I did, she was always friendly, cheerful and very welcoming. She was a super nice lady! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
We would like to express our sincere condolences to the Roung and Shaver families. Joyce was a loving, kind and caring lady who supported family, friends and community and will be truly missed by everyone her life touched!
Crickmore Family
Would like to express my condolences to Harry and the Roung family for for the loss of an exemplary wife, mother and women. Joyce was always the same with a smile and a kind word for everyone. Keeping her and the Roung family in my prayers Eva Smith
I’m so sorry for the loss of your loved one, dear Joyce, ❤️
what joy ,love, encouragement she brought to those around her… she shared her peace with everyone, may we copy her ways, and do the same.
Our sincerest condolences to the family.