Joan was born in Peterborough Ontario. She enjoyed her life along with her husband, Ronald Frank Barrett, for 62 years. Joan was an accomplished quilter and shared her gift volunteering for the Quilts of Valour, and was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #4, in Lethbridge. Joan will be remembered for her generosity and strength, she will be greatly missed by her surviving family, extended family and friends.

Joan will be laid to rest in a private Graveside Service, in the Green Burial Section of Royal View Cemetery.