Published in The Lake Report, November 12, 2026, page 26.
Joan Busbridge (née Dawkins), 91, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Nov. 1, 2026, at Niagara Health’s St. Catharines hospital.
Joan grew up in Toronto. A popular honours student and talented pianist, she married her high school sweetheart, Tom. After raising a family and a successful career in administration, Joan retired to Niagara-on-the-Lake where she became an avid bridge player.
Joan was predeceased by Tom Busbridge, her beloved husband of 71 years, her parents George and Ruby, and by her sisters Evelyn and Georgina. She is survived by her children Randy (Lorraine), Linda and Don, and by her grandchildren Geoffrey (Randy), Tom Dixon (Linda), Jennifer Stock (Linda) and James (Don), and by nine great-grandchildren.
There are no plans for a memorial service. Donations can be made to Covenant House Toronto.
Joan will always be remembered for her fun-loving spirit and her luminous smile.
Arrangements entrusted to Considerate Cremation & Burial Services, 26 Nihan Dr., St. Catharines (between Lake and Scott streets), 289-362-1144. Online condolences may be made at CCBSCares.ca.
