Joanne Diane Marie Bouchard, 65, of Kirkland Lake, Ontario, passed away on March 8th, 2022 at the Blanche River Health Kirkland Lake Site with her children and sister by her side.
Born on February 1st, 1957 to Paul and Jacqueline Bouchard, Joanne spent most of her life working with the public and eventually taking over her mother’s corner store, “Bouchard’s Handy Store”.
She was always so proud of her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed time at the cottage fishing and soaking in the sun.
Joanne is survived by her partner of 33 years Jim Stevenson of Kirkland Lake, her daughter Chanda (Joe Jeminiany) and son James Stevenson, her sister Denise (Wayne Betti), her grandsons Connor and Kayden Taillon, her niece Karlee Betti (Mike), her mother-in-law Shirley Stevenson, as well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins. She is predeceased by her parents Paul and Jacqueline Bouchard.
As per Jo’s wishes, there will not be a funeral. Cremation has taken place. If you would like to make a donation in Jo’s memory to the Blanche River Health Kirkland Lake Site or to The Timiskaming Palliative Care, it would greatly be appreciated.
Sympathy Messages
Very sorry to hear about the loss of your mother! Hugs!
- Brenda Todd, on
March 11, 2022
Deepest condolences to you and your family on your loss
- Judy and Andy McKnight, on
March 11, 2022
So sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Joanne from the store I regularly went to many years ago. My prayers are with you all. Rest In Peace Joanne. ❤️
- Terry Rosicki, on
March 11, 2022
So very sad to hear of Joanne’s passing. I spent a fair amount of time with Jo in my younger years. I will forever remember her beautiful smiling blue eyes. Such a fun-lovin girl; Always laughing and enjoying the moment. Jo was a fair person who had compassion for anyone treated poorly; Never afraid to call out a bully. A very generous and good natured person. All good qualities of a good person. Rest easy my friend.
- Lorraine Forcellini Montague , on
March 11, 2022
Our sincere condolences go out to all of you. Joanne is now at peace.
- Kim & Mitch Moreau, on
March 11, 2022
My deepest condolences to you all. Sorry for your loss.
- Darren Phillips , on
March 11, 2022
We are very sorry for the loss of Joanne. Our sincere condolences
- Sue stevenson , on
March 11, 2022
Hey cousin. My deep condolences from my family here in Toronto. Lots of great memories with your mom. She will be greatly missed. Hope to see you soon and reminisce about the good times.
Love Lenni, jack, Lena and Greg
- Greg morrow, on
March 11, 2022
My deepest sympathies and condolences.
- Kathleen Doonan, on
March 11, 2022
Please accept our sincere condolences on your loss. Sincerely,
Laurie Bassett, Rick Bassett, and Richard Kallio
- Laurie Bassett, on
March 11, 2022
I’m saddened to hear bout the loss of Joanne Know her for many yrs Too many to count Decades ago I worked in the corner store We both enjoyed laying in the sun on Carter Gone way too early RIPgirlfriend❤️
- Georgia Boychuk, on
March 11, 2022
I’m so sorry to hear of Joanne’s passing. She is now at peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Love always,
Donna, Ronny, Caitlin, Justin and family xo
- Donna Crema, on
March 11, 2022
Sorry my friend I can say I know what it's like to lose your best friend ill have a cold one for ya
- William Valliere, on
March 11, 2022
Deepest condolences
- Carole yc and Terry p, on
March 11, 2022
We are so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing Chanda . You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Claire and Terry
- Claire Schonfeldt, on
March 11, 2022
We are So sad to hear of Joanne’s passing .Thinking of you all.
- ROBERT TAYLOR, on
March 11, 2022
My deepest condolences
- Lise, on
March 11, 2022
R.I.P. my dear friend of many many years, you will be missed. My condolences to your family
- Murray Hill and Diane Cyr, on
March 11, 2022
We are So sad to hear of Joanne’s passing .
Sending our condolences
To the families
R.I.P Joanne
- Ron and Joyce davis, on
March 11, 2022
My heart is going out to you! Sincere condolences. Prayers.
- Colleen Fagan, on
March 11, 2022
Deepest sympathies on the loss of your mother...
- Debbie & Richard, on
March 12, 2022
Sincere condolences on the loss of Joanne
- Mark jensen, on
March 12, 2022
Please accept my sincere condolences
- Tina Rozich, on
March 12, 2022
Our condolences to both families and you are all in our thoughts at this time.
- Céline and Andy Condie, on
March 12, 2022
I will always remember our talks. RIP my friend.
- Karon and Tom Schell , on
March 12, 2022
Our condolences thoughts and prayers
Jean and Andrew
- Andrew Snowdon , on
March 12, 2022
I'm so very sorry for your loss
- Tina Bailey , on
March 12, 2022
I'm so very sorry for your loss
- Tina Bailey , on
March 12, 2022
Saddened to hear of Joanne's passing.
When all of the corner stores started closing down one by one, Joanne kept her store going with pride. Always went out of my way to visit this store and experience that history.
RIP Joanne
- RICK BARKER, on
March 12, 2022
Very sad to hear about Joannes passing and thinking about you all at this time. As your neighbors for many years we frequented Bouchard store and always enjoyed chatting with Joanne as we shopped. She was witty and funny and always made her customers feel like family.
Star Bolger and family
- Star Bolger, on
March 12, 2022
We wish to offer our sincere condolences at this sad time.
May Joanne rest in peace.
- Kathy and Blaine, on
March 12, 2022
So sorry to hear of Joanne's passing. Our sincere condolences.
- Cheryl and Colin McMillan, on
March 13, 2022
I have so many shared memories with Jo... i can't begin to express my sympathy to the family. I've known Jo all my life pretty much. We made a few trips to Timmins to shop for our 'guys' at Christmas, and one time, her brakes failed as we tried stop at red light... we coasted through, a semi bearing down on my passenger door, about 25 feet away from Jo's car. She had the nerves of steel and the backbone of iron, didn't panic, got us through.... and saved our own lives. I'll not forget Jo's star-bright blue eyes, her infectious smile, giggles.. and just loving being a sun-bunny(which i was not, but tried for her sake). She was a good, solid friend. I treasure every memory with Jo, Jim and their family. May the memories shared, bring comfort.
- Donna, Lee, on
March 20, 2022
I am so shocked and sorry to hear this sad news. I have known Joanne for many years and really enjoyed her company when I saw her. I will miss her dearly. She was a good soul❤
- Laura Gagnon , on
March 21, 2022
I am truly so very sorry for your loss, Jim. I remember spending time with the two of you upstairs over the store. Joanne was a Personable Soul & she will be missed by many.
I frequented the store, over the years as both a Child playing with Friends in the area & as an Adult, living around the corner. She always served me well!
To Shirley {Mrs. 'S'} Kim & Sue, BIG Hugs!
So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing, James. I'm Jenna Malette's Mom & grew up with your Dad & Aunts on Tower.
I haven't had the opportunity to know you, Chandra & Denise, but I feel your pain deeply.
My heart goes out to her other Loved Ones as well.
- Theresa (Quevillon) & Daren Allaire , on
March 24, 2022
