DeValkenaere, Joseph Maurice November 27,1942 - April 16,2023
Passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side at the Niagara Health Services St. Catharines Hospital on Sunday, April 16, 2023 after a brief but valiant battle with pancreatic cancer. Joe was in his 81st year.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Laurie (1998). Loving father of Christopher (Stephanie), Joseph Jr. and Amanda. Forever loved and missed by his grandchildren: Michael, Sierra (Connor), Sheena, Joey, Kanzas, and Devon, and sisters-in-law Ruth (Richard) and Jesse, and very dear friend, Maria.
Joe will be deeply missed by his sister Patricia (Pat), and her husband, William (Bill), who stood with the family throughout, for much needed support, their compassion will never be forgotten.
Also missed by nieces and nephews, Terry (John), Greg, Michael (Elyssa), and Taylor, and many deeply loved cousins from his birth town of Peterborough.
Joe worked as a hoisting engineer, and was a member of local 793 for, 60 years, and still kept a hand in the family business with his son Chris, and grandson Mike. He was and avid fisherman, and a dedicated Harley rider, who will be missed by all his riding and fishing friends.
Joe had a smile that could light up the room, he could be the life of the party and his laugh was distinct and contagious. He will be forever loved and remembered by all who knew him.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff at Juravinski, for their compassion and expertise, we can't say enough about the work they do, and the compassion they show.
And a very special thanks to Peter and the palliative crew, and the entire staff at the NHS, the care and the compassion shown to Joe was truly amazing. His treatment by the staff in his final days is something we will always be grateful for; it was truly inspiring. And one last thank you to our lifelong Family Doctor, Dr. J. M. Rosloski, for always being there for us.
In keeping with Joe's wishes cremation has taken place. The family will gather at Victoria Lawn Cemetery for a private interment. The celebration of life will take place on Saturday May 27th at Stone Mill Banquet Hall, 271 Merritt St., St. Catherines L2T 1K1 1pm - 4 pm.
As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to Lincoln County Humane Society, as Joe was a real animal lover.
Condolences may be shared at www.pelhamfuneralhome.ca