Obituary of Barbara McGillis

McGILLIS, Barbara "Joan" Passed away peacefully in Toronto on Tuesday, March 20, 2012 having just celebrated her 80th birthday. Predeceased by her parents Robert J. and Helen W. McGillis. Beloved sister of Mary (Keith) Howard and Sally (Ralph) Warren. Special aunt of Wendy (Paul) Basciano, Peter (Karen) Warren, Robert (Lisa) Howard, Susan (Neil Ward) Howard, Leslie (Jim Stevenson) Howard and James (fiancee Jing He) Howard and great-aunt of Tori, Stephanie, Michael, Megan, Samantha, Matthew, Jack and Sam. A graduate of U of T Physio and Occupational Therapy, Joan practiced her career in Hamilton's Henderson Memorial for many years. She was an active curler and member of the Hamilton Potters' Guild. Joan was a world traveller and loved her family time at the Terra Cotta cottage. Her generosity will be remembered by all. Funeral service will be held at the HUMPHREY FUNERAL HOME A.W. MILES CHAPEL LIMITED, 1403 Bayview Avenue (south of Davisville Avenue) on Tuesday, March 27 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Condolences and memories may be forwarded through www.humphreymiles.com.