Passed away peacefully at the Lakeridge Health Bowmanville Hospital on July 21, 2023 with her Daughter Sheryl and husband John by her side.

Joan was born in Wellington Ontario.

She was the daughter of the late George & Amelia ( Greenfield) Clarke.

Joan will be greatly missed by her loving husband of 13 years John Ovenden, Daughter Sheryl Lirette (Wayne) of Sackville NB, Son Jeff Bembridge ( Val), of Amherst NS, Step children Randy Ovenden ( Fay), Tim Ovenden ( Charlotte), Ken Ovenden ( Denise) Pat Buma, John Ovenden (Sandy), all of Ontario.

19 Grandchildren and multiple great grandchildren.

Joan was predeceased by her son Mark Bembridge, first husband Merl Bembridge and step great granddaughter Charlotte Devita.

At Joan's request there will be no service.

We would like to thank the nurses and staff at the Bowmanville Hospital and Dr. Hierstram for the care and compassion during this difficult time.

If you wish to make a donation in Joan's name to the Bwmanville Hospital or a charity of Choice would be appreciated.