Joan Yvonne Nesbitt

May 21, 1931 – January 25, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Aunt, Joan Yvonne Nesbitt, on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the age of 93. A woman of passion and dedication, Joan touched the lives of everyone she met through her wit, laughter, and unwavering commitment to her community.

Joan was born in Brooklin, Ontario on May 21, 1931 to Walter and Gladys Nesbitt. As a young girl she was always active and had a love for baseball, but her real love was curling. Joan was a proud Platinum member of the Oshawa Golf and Curling Club, where her love for the game was only rivaled by her competitive spirit and camaraderie with friends. At the age of 79, Joan proudly had an “8 Ender” which made way for the personalized license plate, JYN8NDR, she sported for the rest of her years. She threw her last rock in 2020 but remained a member until she passed.

Her love for sport was matched by her devotion to service. Joan made a profound impact as the Provincial Program Chair and the National Ranger Advisor for the Girl Guides of Canada, guiding countless young women with wisdom and encouragement.

Joan worked for over 30 years as a salaried employee with General Motors Canada. She retired in 1990 to “enjoy the rest of her life” and she did it with gusto!

Outside of her professional and community endeavors, Joan was a devoted fan of the Toronto Blue Jays, never missing a game and always celebrating the highs and lows, even when they played the Yankees. She enjoyed savoring a good glass of scotch, often shared in good company with a story or two to tell.

Joan is survived by her nieces; Lisa (Frank), Sharon, and Kelly (Steve). Her great nieces and nephews; Lindsay (Justin), Nicholas (Noemi), Tyler (Brittany), and Nadia (Sean); and her three great-great nephews; Jax, Benjamin, and Leo.

Joan was predeceased by her parents, Walter and Gladys, and her brother, Roy.

We would like to thank Lakeridge Heights for their care over the last four years and a special thanks to Lisa Roberts who was Joan’s weekly companion. Her care and support will always be greatly appreciated.

A celebration of life will take place on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, from 11:00am-1:00pm at the Oshawa Funeral Home:

847 King Street West
Oshawa, ON L1J 2L4

Light refreshments will be served.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Oshawa Funeral Home.