With sadness that she has left us, and happiness that the pain has left her, the family of Inez Joy Valencik tearfully wishes to announce her passing on April 26, 2009. Her parents Roland and Edna Johnston, brother Tom, husband Charlie Valencik, and grandson Bradley Anderson predeceased Joy. She was the proud mother of Tania (Jim) Anderson, David (Theresa), and John Valencik. She will be missed by her grandchildren Cori, Zachary, Paige, Emma, Andrew, Gregory, and great-grandson Mackenzie. Also missing her are aunts, uncles, cousins, sister-in-laws, friends and neighbours. Over the years, Joy was and active member of the CWL, curling, Kinettes and LeisureWorld. Joy had a zest for life and lived it exactly as she wanted. Remember her as she was, a force to be reckoned with, and know that she loved you all. Raise a glass and make a toast to Joy, you will feel her smile surrounding you. Visitation will be at Martyn Funeral Home (464 Wyld Street North Bay) on Wednesday April 29, 2009 from 2 â€` 4 and 7 -9:00 P.M. Another visitation will be held at the McDonald Funeral Home (46 Fourth Avenue Englehart) on Thursday April 30, 2009 from 2-4 and 7-9. The funeral will be held at Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, Englehart on Friday, May lst at 10:00 am. If desired, donations to the North Bay Salvation Army or the Sandra Schmirler Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences at www.mcdonaldfuneralhome.ca