Joyce Ross
1936 - 2024

In loving memory of Joyce Ross, who passed away peacefully at her home in Smithville, Ontario, on Sunday, October 27, 2024.

Joyce was the beloved wife of Rodney for 63 years and a cherished mother to Hugh (Cathy Lee), Alison (Phil), Colin (Lisa), Kathleen, Naomi (Dan), Gavin (Suzanne), and Hillary (Peter). She was a loving grandmother to Dillon, Nicolas, Meagan, Carmen, Nadia, Paul (predeceased), Daniel, Nathaniel, Jordan, Matthew, Audrey, Hannah, Kristen, and Lascha, and a great-grandmother to Bentley, Peter, Luca, and Millie. Joyce is survived by her siblings Gail, Bryan (predeceased) (Sylvia), Hank (Win), and Dawn (David).

A 1958 graduate of the Lorrain School of Nursing, Joyce began her career in the operating room at Pembroke Hospital before marrying. At 45, she returned to school, updating her nursing degree and concluding her career in obstetrics at McMaster Hospital in Hamilton. Joyce was passionate about travel, visiting six continents and countless countries throughout her lifetime. She will be remembered for her spontaneous, fun-loving nature and her knack for sharing a good story over tea.

The family extends heartfelt thanks to the caring PSW staff and the wonderful team at St. Elizabeth Health Care Services, with special appreciation to Barb and Marina for their exceptional support.

Visitation will be held on October 31, 2024, from 2:00 – 4:00 pm and 6:00 – 8:00 pm at Merritt Funeral Home, 287 Station Street, Smithville, Ontario. The funeral service will be on November 1, 2024, at 11:00 am at St. Martin of Tours Roman Catholic Church, 166 West Street, Smithville, Ontario.