Joan Pipe, aka Mom
With heavy hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of the world’s greatest mother and friend, Joan Margaret Pipe (nee Homer), on Thursday, January 18, 2024. Born in Hamilton on July 7, 1941, she passed peacefully at the home she cherished, surrounded by her family and her grand-dogs. Predeceased by her parents, Bob and Margaret Homer, and her sister, Merle, Joan was a loving mother to Janet (James), Jim (Donna) and Bob (Amy), and a wonderful grandmother to her many grandchildren: Jamie, Simon, Greg, Adam, Mathew, Sarah, Charlie, and Tommy. A wonderful friend and confidant, always able to offer kindness and wisdom over tea or wine, Joan was like another mother to many neighborhood families and to her own children’s friends. Greatly involved in her community of Rockton over her lifetime, she leaves more friends than we can possibly name here. Joan deeply valued her independence, and her family is thankful that she was able to pass as she lived, making her own decisions on her own terms. The family offers deep gratitude to the MAID team for their kindness and compassion. Joan enjoyed a life well-lived and well-loved and left no regrets. She was a crossword connoisseur who easily tackled the toughest puzzles, here’s one: a three-letter name for unconditional love and kindness: MOM.
A celebration of Joan’s life will be held from 2 – 4 pm on Saturday, January 20, 2024, at Turner Funeral Home in Dundas, Ontario. A private ceremony for family will be held the Spring. In lieu of flowers, Joan has asked that monetary donations in her honour go to the Rockton Lions Club, as their support was essential in helping her remain independent when she faced (and conquered) recent mobility issues.
It was a privilege to have known Joan. Her children are truly special which is a testament to her motherhood. She lives on in Janet, Jimmy and Bobby.
Joan had such a big beautiful heart.
Such a kind person.
Condolences to the family.
My sincere condolences to the family. Rest in Peace cousin Joan
I just lost my best friend, a smart, loving and courageous woman.
I shall miss popping in for a “quick” cup of coffee or tea and leave 2 or 3 hours later.
My thoughts are with her family.
Rest in peace Joan.
My condolences go out to the family during this difficult time. Joan was a wonderful lady, always had a smile on her face. She will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. I will forever miss our many conversations.
Joan, we will miss you; you of the big smile; the kind heart and the spirit of a mother bear. Although we were friends for almost 65 years, most of the time provinces apart, we always had that thread of love that joined us together. We will miss your enthusiasm for your sports teams; your outspoken impatience with incompetent politicians; watching your love for your family; and being able to pick up exactly where we left off every time we were able to get together. You were definitely one of the good ones, and heaven will be a much better place for your arrival. Looking forward to picking up that thread again when we next meet, and I know we shall. We extend our sympathy to your family at this time but with the knowledge that they will carry you in their hearts forever. … Maybe you can put in a word with the Big Guy to let the Blue Jays go all the way this year!! Love Jon and Lynn Main
To Janet, Jimmy and Bobby, we were So sorry, shocked and saddened to hear you had to say goodbye to such a wonderful lady! Joan was such a big part of our cottage lives and we enjoyed every moment we spent with her. We are just glad we got that last visit in with her a year ago. Keep your warm memories tight in your hearts as we will too for such a special lady!! Our thoughts are with you! Janeen and the Whole Clynick Family
Memories are not a tangible item, that can be held in the palm of your hand. However, they can be held in your heart forever. Condolences to your family, each & every one will carry special memories of you.
Joan, love you my friend. Thank you for all the happy & memorable times we had together. Leone
Joan was an independent, kind lady with a great smile and outlook on life.
We will all miss her, a long time friend.
Condolences to Janet, Jim, Bob and their families.
It has been many years since I have seen my Aunt Joan but I only have fond memories of her. She was always smiling, laughing and kind. My thoughts go out to her family.
As I said to Bobby, Joan was a wonderful woman, one of a kind! She was tough, sweet and everything in between. Joan really helped me through the darkest time in my life and I will never forget this. Cheryl and I send our love to the whole family. I think everyone should enjoy a nice glass of wine today and toast Joan for her love, kindness, sensibility, courage and her amazing sense of humor!
Please accept our sincere condolences, Joan was my mother’s (Jeanne Robertson) cousin, and we were saddened to hear of her passing.
My mom often spoke of Joan and how she enjoyed their occasional conversations.
Rest in peace cousin Joan.
Sending condolences to the family from myself, my wife, Catherine MacDonald Robertson, and cousin Joan’s, first cousin Jeanne Marion Homer Robertson. Our hearts are in pain for your loss.
I can remember, back in the days when I was driving the 40 foot yellow Demon wagon, I dropped in for a visit. She couldn’t figure out why there was a school bus, parked in front of her house. We had a great visit.
Sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. I hope the wonderful memories you have will be a comfort to you in the days ahead.
So sorry for your loss Janet,jim, Bobby,and family.
Have known Joan since our younger years in copetown ,hockey games baseball , always connected with our family’s .
Have many happy memories. The passed few years bumped into Joan in Dundas and had some great chats. RIP Joan.
My goodness, truly one of the most aware smart funny ladies I have ever known.
I lost touch with Joan over the last two years. I was her friend and neighbour lucky enough to live across the road from her in the eighties.
Goodby Joan much love from Gloria, Kelly, Davina and Liz.
Was a gift and a true Blessing living across the street from you and your family.
You were a second mom to us.
Thank you
My condolences to you Janet, Jim, Bobby and family.
All the Love