Our Mom, Grandma, and Great Grandma, Joan Veres, passed away suddenly on August 25, 2015, at the age of 90 years. Joan was born in Hanna, AB, June 17, 1925 to Ralph and Nellie Greenway. Joan spent 23 years on the farm at Wimborne and then moved to Red Deer in 1983. During that time she enjoyed babysitting for family and friends. Joan was an excellent seamstress, who altered and made many wedding dresses throughout the years. Camping was a highlight, often taking the grandkids to the lake on weekends. Joan loved to travel. She spent many holidays in Washington, Quebec and Ontario with the family, and the ultimate trip was overseas to Africa. Joan spent the last year of her life in Olds, Alberta. Throughout her life she made many good and lasting relationships. She never realized the impact she had on the younger generation. They appreciated her total acceptance of them. She shared her wisdom, and encouragement in their lives. Joan is survived by her children Ralph (Joyce), Sheldina (Kenton), Ron (Wendy), Stan (Shelly), Keith (Chris), Cindy (Jenny); her sister Gretta; 8 Grandchildren Kelli (Louis), Shaun (Jenise), Kristopher (Iris), Gregory, Stephanie (Tristan), Christina (Kaylen), Amanda, and Travis; 7 Great Grandchildren Simon, Gregory, Emily, Nathaniel, Thomas, Aleaya and Rylan, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was sadly pre-deceased by her son Kenny, her parents, 2 brothers, their spouses, and 1 brother-in-law. Celebration of Life services were held September 3, 2015 at First Baptist Church, Olds, Alberta with interment has taken place at Wimborne Cemetery.