Joanne Elizabeth (nee Hisey) Wallace passed away June 29, 2024 at the age of 98. Beloved wife of 65 years of the late George Wallace. Joanne is survived by her two daughters Pamela (Gene) Parsons, Patricia (Ken) Lorimer; grandchildren Avery (Erika) Lewis Parsons and Rachel Parsons; her brother Sam (Joyce) Hisey; sister-in-law Evelyn Wallace and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Stanley and Mary Anne (Collett) Hisey, her brother Bill and brother-in-law Bill Wallace.

Joanne was born and raised in Toronto and graduated from Etobicoke Collegiate. Joanne and George spent much of their married life in Etobicoke and for many years, enjoyed spending time every summer at the family cottage in Muskoka. In the early 1980’s, George and Joanne relocated to Atlanta, Georgia and upon George’s retirement moved further south to East Lake Woodlands, Florida, where they met many friends who became like a second family. Joanne kept active by playing bridge on a regular basis, continued to be an avid reader and enjoyed many social gatherings and meals out with the Gourmet Group. In 2015, Joanne returned to Canada to live her final years in Mississauga, close to her daughters, other family members and friends. She will be missed by all.

Our family would like to extend our deep appreciation to all the wonderful staff at Chartwell Residence, Robert Speck Parkway, where Joanne resided for the last nine years. Special thanks to Imelda and her team of caregivers who provided loving care to Joanne these last few weeks. Our family will be forever grateful for the support and kindness shown. Our sincere thanks, as well, to the Palliative Care Team, in particular, Nurse Practitioner Demetra and Nurse Sue and Care Partners PSW Chondro.

As per Joanne’s wishes, instead of a service, there will be a private family Celebration of Life at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Joanne’s memory to either Canadian Blood Services - Category Plasma or Shriner’s Children’s Hospital - Love to the Rescue.