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.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made by cheque to Petrolia Ferals or Lambton Cat Rescue.