Obituary of Joan Spelker

Passed away on Monday, September 30, 2013 at Grand River Hospital, Kitchener at the age of 64. Beloved wife and best friend to Edward J. Spelker. Loving mother of James R. Spelker (Gloria Mai) of Calgary and Kevin M. Spelker (Rose) of Toronto. Cherished grandmother of Reichen and Liam. Dear sister to Donald McEllistrum (Donna), Ruth Dores (Frank), Barbara, Betty Longeway (Bob) and Nancy Cooke (Roger). Also missed by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sister Mary Fishback and her parents Gordon and Elaine McEllistrum. At Joan's request, cremation has taken place. Joan had a passion for supporting women in need, donations in her memory may be made to Women's Crisis Services Waterloo Region and may be arranged through the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home 171 King St. S., Waterloo www.erbgood.com or 519-745-8445.