In Celebration of

Barbara Joan Buda

November 1, 1943 - February 18, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Barbara Joan Buda on February 18, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on November 1, 1943, in Toronto, Joan dedicated her life to creating a warm and nurturing home for her husband of 59 years, John, and their two children. Joan’s greatest joy came from spending time with her family and traveling with John. When not hosting family celebrations or visiting her grandchildren, Joan and John enjoyed taking cruises to new and exciting places around the world.

Predeceased by her parents Thomas and Barbara Sheardown (nee Wilson) and her son Paul. Joan will be greatly missed by her husband John, son David (Wendy), three grandchildren, Heather Buda-Alexander (Scott) , Emily Briggs (Patrick), Isaac Buda, two great-grandchildren, Trevor and Henry Briggs, her sister Carol Agnew (Paul), niece Sara Haire (Rob), nephew Alex Agnew (Jeremy) and great-nieces Zoe, Eva and Emma Haire.
Family and friends are invited at Turner & Porter “Neweduk Chapel”, 1981 Dundas Street West, Mississauga on Tuesday February 25, 2025 from 2 p.m. until time of Funeral Service at 3 p.m. Cremation to follow
For those who wish donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

Guestbook

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Krystal, JC, Autumn & Avery

Entered February 23, 2025

Joan will be missed dearly. Always gave us the brightest smile and laughs. Neighbours that became family. My thoughts and condolences for the whole family with this tough loss. Sendings hugs and lots of love.

Gloria & Cliff Dobson (Friend)

Entered February 23, 2025 from Turner & Porter “Neweduk” Chapel

Our condolences to the Buda Family. Joan was such a fun-loving and witty friend. She will be dearly missed. Rest in peace Joan.

Gloria & Cliff

Ruth and John Callon (neighbour)

Entered February 23, 2025 from Bath Ontario

Joan was always so kind and considerate

Dixie Roy (Coworkers)

Entered February 24, 2025 from Mississauga

I have nothing but good memories of the time spent together at South Common. Joan was a kind, gentle woman. I'll never forget the time she looked after her son's rabbit. She was a lot of fun to work with and to know. I'm sure you will miss her.
Rest in Peace Joan.

Roma Rolfe (Long Time Friend)

Entered February 24, 2025 from Southampton, ON

Condolences to all the family. I lost a good friend, who I will miss dearly. We worked together at the City of Mississauga for years and we've kept in touch ever since. Rest in Peace, Joan.