Quietly at Woodlands of Sunset, Welland, on Thursday, July 16, Joan Sutor (nee Rohrbach) of Dunnville, in her 92nd year. Loving and memorable Mom to Greg (Debbie), Doug, Janice (Terry), and Michael (Patricia). Cherished Grandma to Joel and Emily, Taylor and McKenzie, Rachel and Brittany and their families. She was pre-deceased by her husband Jack (1991). Joan was born in Fisherville to Walter and Emma (nee Reichheld) Rohrbach. Dear sister of Raymond and Marilyn and sister-in-law to Robert Dennis. Predeceased by her sister Joyce and her twin sister Janet, to whom she was ever-bonded. Dear sister-in-law to Ferne Nash. Predeceased by her sister and brother-in-laws Joy and Alan Guest and Ray Nash. Mom enjoyed much laughter with her cousins in both the Rohrbach and Sutor families, and loved visits with her nephews and nieces.
Joan’s love of her family and her friends, her kindness and sociability to her community and her church, will be long remembered. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Woodlands of Sunset Long-Term Care Home in Welland, for their compassionate care, friendliness and attention.
Mom had a very fun-loving and outgoing personality. She was a farmer’s wife that helped with chores. She enjoyed baking, cooking, gardening, sewing, bird watching, bowling and lawn bowling and playing cards, singing in many Church Choirs, Summer Fair competitions with her twin sister, and volunteering (church catering, Meals on Wheels). She was a favourite employee at Kohler’s Home Hardware. This was Mom, and even with all this, there was so much more. She will be forever loved and missed by her family, and we know she now lives in eternal joy in heaven.
For those of you who knew Joan, she liked wearing bright-colour patterns and chunky jewelry to match, AND everyone is encouraged to wear bright colours to her funeral to honour her.
Cremation has taken place. A Funeral service will be held at Faith Lutheran Church, 1308 Hwy 3 E., Dunnville on Tuesday July 28 th at 11.am. Visitation one hour prior to service with Pastor Michael Meleg officating. Burial to follow at Windecker Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Brant Haldimand Norfolk. Online condolences at www.jwhartfuneralhome.come.
“And this is the way of the world: When a child is born, all rejoice; when someone dies, all weep. We should do the opposite. For no one can tell what trials and travails await a newborn-child, but when a mortal dies in peace, we should rejoice, for he has completed a long journey, and there is no greater boon than to leave this world with the imperishable crown of a good name. “
So very sorry for your loss she was wonderful person hugs prayers
So sorry to hear of Joans passing. Have many memories from when i was a child.
To Mike and Pat and families: We were just made aware of your Mom’s passing. A beautiful Obituary for a beautiful woman. So much to be admired in her life, and the closing words are very poignant – full of faith and hope as God would wish. On behalf of Bethany United Church, we wish you peace and the joy of many warm memories of your time together. Heaven is the most beautiful farm imaginable. Rev. Dianne Everitt
So sorry to hear of Joan’s passing, I don’t have to tell you what a wonderful, sweet lady she was, always such a joy, making sure to greet us at church, esp when we visited after we moved away. I knew Joan my entire life and she was one of my “girlfriends” at First Baptist. She’s with Jesus now, no more pain or sorrow.
Sorry for your loss of a very nice lady.
Janice and Sutor family, sorry for your loss. I have good memories of your Mom and I running into each other around Dunnville. She always had a smile and it was nice catching up with her.
So sorry to hear of your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this time.
Our sincere condolences to Doug and Mike and the whole Sutor family on the loss of their mother.
Sorry to hear this. Joan was a lovely Lady. Our sincerest condolences to all the families. 😇🙏
Janice and Sutor family, sorry for your loss. Joan was a lovely lady always enjoyed chatting with her. She was always cheerful and smiling.
I knew Joan when I attended 1st. Baptist Church she’s now in the presence of JESUS,my condolences my the LORD JESUS comfort her family and friends
Sincere condolences.
Joan was a kind, fun loving woman who will be greatly missed.
May you find comfort knowing she is with Jesus, whom she loved.
My condolences go out to you and your family Joel. I know how much you loved your grandma. May she now rest in peace.
Southminster Church extends its heartfelt condolences to Janice and her family on the loss of your beloved mother, Joan.
She sounded like a truly wonderful person, and we can see so many of those same qualities reflected in you, Janice. May you find comfort in the cherished memories you shared, and may God’s blessings, peace, and healing surround you in the days ahead as you journey forward without her.
With our deepest sympathy,
Southminster Church
Niagara Falls
Fond memories of going to play with Janice at Joans house. Laura Mae and AL
Our sincere sympathy to all of Joan’s family. She was always so easy to visit with when ever we would run into each other. May all your cherished memories comfort you at this time.
My sincere condolences to Greg, Doug, Mike, Janice and your families. I have fond memories of your mom while growing up on Ortt Rd.
Our condolences to Mike and Pat and families. Long time neighbors, Alvin & Robin Topp
We enjoyed our visits with Joan when she was at Leisure Living. She loved talking about times on the farm when she was younger. Harold was so happy that she called him by name whenever we saw her and always reminded him that she used to babysit him when he was younger.
Deepest condolences to the Sutor family . Cherish all the wonderful memories!🙏
My deepest sympathies to the entire family
Our sympathy to all the family.
Sincerely,
Dan and Shelley Wilson
Sincere condolences to Doug and all of the Sutor family.
Joan was such fun to be around, and was an especially good friend to my Mom. She’ll always be fondly remembered, especially in her bright orange jeep.
Condolences to the Sutor family.
We are deeply sorry to hear of Joan s passing recalling many Moodie family functions she attended. Always cheerful, meticulous and helpful where needed. Well known in the community she will be truly missed. To her children and extended family we send our deepest condolences. Respectfully…
Fred and Ellen Moodie