Joan Van Boven Obituary
We are sad to announce that on September 28, 2025, at the age of 85, Joan Van Boven (Petrolia, Ontario) passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joan Van Boven to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her siblings, George Toms, Bridgit Houle (late Alex), Olga Toms, Jack Toms, Dave Toms and Edward Toms (late Isabelle); and her siblings-in-law, Eileen Toms and Dan Lilley.
She is survived by: her husband Guido; her children, Tammy Ward (Kevin), Kammy Van Boven (Greg Brunton) and Earl Van Boven; her grandchildren, Brittany Ward (Nathan Hols) and Daniel Ward (Susan Zheng); her great grandchild Desmond; her siblings, Robert Garsnell (Rita), Muriel Lilley (Ernie), Phonce Toms (Jean) and Bob Toms (Daisy); her sisters-in-law, Marcella Toms and Jane Toms; and her sister Colleen Houle. She is also survived by her many nieces, nephews, extended family.
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 3rd 2025 from 10:00 AM to 10:50 AM at the St. Philips Parish (415 King St, Petrolia, ON N0N1R0). A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 3rd 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made by cheque to Petrolia Ferals or Lambton Cat Rescue.
