Friday, December 9, 2016
Back in the late 1950s, I was a senior Girl Guide and Joyce was the District Commissioner. She phoned and asked me to be a Junior Leader with the Brownie Pack, at Olivet United Church. Although I was a young teenager, I was very complimented by her faith in me to do the job. Throughout my time in this role, Joyce encouraged and supported me to be the best I could be. This resulted in my lifelong involvement in Girl Guides of Canada, as I went from being a Brownie Leader, to working with Rangers, then Guides, then Pathfinders, then Sparks. Within GGC, I also sat on the Hamilton Area Council, became Deputy Provincial Commissioner for Ontario and served on National Committees. Joyce saw potential in me and nurtured that potential. She was a master at encouraging others.
I will always remember Joyce's sense of fun, her laughter and her positive attitude. She was a beautiful lady inside and out. My deepest sympathy is extended to Joyce's family. May it not be too long before your sadness is replaced by warm memories of this very special woman.
