On October 1, 2021, at age 89, our beloved mother peacefully left us.
Joyce Stewart, formerly Piett (nee Pettit) was predeceased by her first husband John Piett (1968), and by her second husband Arthur Stewart (2011). She will be greatly missed by George Muir. Cherished mother of Marilyn Baxter (Robin Aggus), Cathy Piett (Ron Irwin) and Jennifer Knobloch (Carl) and step-mother to Clare Stewart (Carl Sneyd). Much-loved grandmother of Iain, Beth (Steven), Virginia (CJ and baby Kenya), John, Jack (Arianne), Saralee (Matthew), Kyle (Kristen) and Kurt. Predeceased by sister Marie Cowherd and brothers Jim Pettit and Roy Pettit. She will be sadly missed by her many friends, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Born on July 22, 1932, Joyce was a life-long Hamiltonian, a dedicated primary teacher and a member of St. Andrews United Church. In retirement she enjoyed quilting, gardening and travelling. She loved being a grandma.
The family extends its grateful thanks to Eden House Care Facility, for their compassionate care of Joyce these past three years.
A memorial service is planned for a future date. Arrangements entrusted to the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 519-822-0051 / www.wallcustance.com.
Memorial contributions to Eden House Care Facility (5016 Wellington County Rd 29, Guelph, ON N1H 6H8) or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
“It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone.
For part of us went with you, the day God called you home.”
A tree will be planted in memory of Joyce L. Stewart in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest.