Joan WALIMAKI

Joan Walimaki, aged 88, passed away peacefully at home in Guelph on April 4, 2026, surrounded by her loving husband, Don, and family. She is survived by her daughters, Karin (Gary) Parkin, Kristen Smith, and Laura (Don) Bowman, along with her cherished granddaughters, Hannah and Naomi. Joan was predeceased by her parents, Gertrude and Jack Gates of Sault Ste. Marie. A graduate of Algoma University, she enjoyed a fulfilling career as a sessional instructor in English Literature. Joan had a passion for reading, traveling, cooking, and entertaining, with many treasured summers spent at McCarrel Lake with her granddaughters. Cremation has taken place, and a celebration of life will be held at a later date in Sault Ste. Marie. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Algoma University scholarship fund.