Joan Bown (O'Neill)
December 21, 1943 to December 20, 2023
Obituary
Please follow the link below to view the funeral service for the late Joan Bown on Friday, January 12, 2024 at 12pm.
Joan Bown (O’Neill) passed peacefully away on December 20th, 2023, the eve of her 80th birthday. Those lucky enough to have known her will remember a classy, intelligent, and beautiful woman. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and sister, a dedicated wife, and a loyal friend.
Joan was predeceased by her parents, John and Gertrude O’Neill; and brothers, John O’Neill and Kevin O’Neill. She will be cherished and remembered by her husband, Thomas Bown; daughter, Carolyn Morgan (Aaron Morgan); granddaughters, Mara and Audrey Morgan; brother, Robert O’Neill (Sheila O’Neill); sister, Maureen Hodder; sister-in-law, Sandra O’Neill; nieces and nephews; and a large circle of dear friends.
Joan had a successful and rewarding career at Memorial University. She lived a full life enjoying her early days travelling Spain with her husband and close friends. In her later years, she spent the winters in Florida and summers at her cabin in central Newfoundland. She also loved to paint while looking out over the ocean at her home in Conception Harbour.
Her daughter, Carolyn, was her pride and joy. Not a day went by without a phone call and an “I love you” shared between them. She always went above and beyond to provide her daughter with the best experiences that life has to offer. She will be forever remembered as Carolyn’s ‘person’.
The family extends sincere gratitude to the staff of 2NE at Pleasant View Towers for the compassionate care they provided.
To honor Joan’s wishes, cremation has already taken place. Visitation will be held at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Rd. on Friday, January 12th, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., followed by a funeral service in the Carnell Memorial Chapel at 12:00 p.m.
The funeral for Joan will be livestreamed for those unable to attend in person, with the link available above.
Donations in Joan’s honor may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Schedule
Visitations
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. on January 12, 2024
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
12:00pm, Friday January 12th
The Carnell Memorial Chapel
329 Freshwater Road
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So sorry to hear of Joan’s passing, condolences to the family
Tom, Carolyn and family……….our deepest condolence on the passing of Joan. Joan and I went to Holy Heart together and we were great friends. We lost touch over time but I will always remember what a delightful person she was.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Dave and Gwen Billard
Tom and Carolyn. Our heartfelt sympathy to you both On the passing of Joan.. She was a good friend and our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
I knew Joan and Tom from 3 islands pond and also ,Joan ,from MUN. Although I am far away in BC now, I still remember Joan fondly
Condolences to the family
Aidan Kiernan
Robert and family we offer our sincere condolences on the passing of your sister Joan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Sending my sincere condolences to all of Joan’s family and friends. I worked with Joan at Extension Service in the 80’s. I considered Joan as my mentor. She was kind and had a big heart. We both had our daughters, our pride and joy, in 1981. Very memorable times for me. I hope all your good memories will help you get through this very difficult time. May Joan Rest in Peace.
Tom and Carolyn and Bob,
Sending our thoughts during this sad time. We were fortunate to have met Joan at Ian and Kerry’s wedding. She was a lovely, vibrant lady.
Tom and Carolyn,
We were sad to hear of Joan’s passing.
We have many wonderful memories of times spent together in Florida. Memories that we will cherish.
Sending heartfelt condolences,
Al & Verna LeMoine.
Tom,
I am so sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. Feeling for your loss, thinking of all the great times we had wintering in Florida and parties at Bacon Cove. Unfortunately, I will be away and unable to pay my respects in person. My deepest condolence’s to both you and Carolyn.
Maurice
Tom, Carolyn and Family
My sincere condolences with Joan’s passing.
She had the warmest greeting. My memory of her always with that big, beautiful smile.
Cindy
Bob, our sincere condolences on the passing of your sister Joan. God Speed.
To Tom and family our condolences on Joan’s passing
Dave, Bonnie and Mary Cook
I am sorry to hear of Joan’s passing.. She was indeed a lovely person within an infectious smile. It is sad to see them go. My sincere condolences to Tom and family
Dear Carolyn and families,
My sincere condolences on the passing of your dear mother. I didn’t know Joan, but I’m sure her legacy is carried through you and your children. God bless you, Tom, Aaron and your girls. Happy memories always!
Take care
Korona (Reardon) Brophy
Music MDJH 1976-79
Very sorry to learn of Joan’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you Tom and your family at this difficult time,
Carolyn and Tom, our sincere condolences to you and your family on the passing of our beautiful Joanie. I (Dottie) will forever treasure the friendship and closeness we shared for over 40 years. We made many wonderful memories, first as co-workers then as close friends. Joan had many friends….I feel very fortunate to have been one of those. Beautiful, talented and smart describes our Joanie to a tee. Tom, we both loved the times we spent with you and Joan over the years…. always full of fun and adventure. Sending our love and thinking of you all with very heavy hearts .
Dorothy and Don (French)
Tom, Carolyn, and family.
We were so sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. . We will always remember the good times we all shared together in Florida. Joan will be missed by many. A lovely lady inside and out.,
Thinking of yo all T this sad time..
Ralph and Freda