Joan Dollimont

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DOLLIMONT, Joan…..Joan Dollimont, 61 passed peacefully away late on Sunday, April 9, 2017 surrounded by family in St. John’s, Newfoundland after a long and courageous struggle with cancer. 
She was born in St. Joseph’s Cove, Newfoundland to Margaret (Sutton) and George Dollimont.  She is predeceased by her father, George and her brother, Brian. 
She is survived by her devoted husband, Jim McEntegart, who cared for her every day of her three year battle; her mother, Margaret; her daughter, Jillian Dollimont, and son, Aaron Dollimont (Joanna); step-son Michael McEntegart (Karen), step-daughter Shannon McEntegart (Dennis) and their 10 month old daughter, Alaina; her brother Ernest Dollimont (Linda), sister Brenda Riehl (Russell), sister Theresa Dollimont and sister Gloria Walbourne (Michael).
In healthier times she enjoyed exercise, trivia, puzzles, spending time with loved ones and a fulfilling and impressive career as a civilian RCMP employee.  She will be greatly missed and never forgotten by the Dollimont and McEntegart families and many other family and friends who loved her dearly. 
Her family would like to thank the staff at the Miller Centre, St. John’s for their excellent and kind-hearted care in her last days.
Resting at Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne on Tuesday, April 11, 2017 from 2:00 – 9:00 pm. Wednesday 10:00 am – 12:00 pm.
Funeral Mass well be held on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at 2:00 pm from St. Alphonsus Roman Catholic Church, Whitbourne.
To leave a message of condolence or to sign the online  guest book please visit www.hollowaysfuneralhome.ca 
In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, contributions may be made to the Janeway Children’s Hospital.
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92 Comments

  1. Jim and family, so sorry to learn of Joan’s passing. Betty and I send our sincerest condolences to the entire family. A great lady, and excellent member of the Force. Take care!

  3. Wow just hearing this news now …as i live in ontario now …but grew up in port au choix and had Joan as a teacher growing up …she was such a great teacher and person ..big hugs to all her family and friends RIP sweet lady

  4. Jim and family, our deepest sympathy on the passing of Joan. She was a beautiful person. Myself and Cindy are here for you. God Speed!

  5. Dear Jim and family members ,
    I am so sorry for your tremendous loss. I remember Joan so well . She was such a gentle soul with a beautiful smile and such a mild manner. I am thinking of you all in your time of such grief and I wish you all peace in your broken hearts . May Joan rest in peace . God Bless . Gail Courtney

  7. Joan taught me at Roncalli back in the early 1980’s. She was my homeroom Grade 7 teacher and left a remarkable impression on me. Thank you Joan for teaching me to stand tall in life.
    You enriched my experience forever, rest in peace.

  9. Jim and family ,we are so very sorry for your loss. Joan was a beautiful lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time .

  14. My thought and prayers are with you all at this difficult time!! Hold the memories you have close to your heart as they will last a lifetime!!! I got to enjoy Joan’s company as we travelled together back and forth to St. John’s for a few years…. she was a kind and loving person who would do anything for anyone!! We enjoyed lots of laughs for sure! May she rest in peace….
    take care Krista March, Yellowknife NWT

  15. Deepest condolences to the Dollimont and McEntergart families. Ms.Dollimont was my grade 7 teacher and she left a lasting impression on my life, I am forever grateful. She was a wonderful teacher she has left her mark on the world by her positive and caring approach. Rest in peace Ms. Dollimont.

    Michele

  16. So sorry for the loss to your family and loved ones. May she rest in peace and your wonderful memories fill your hearts and soul at this difficult time and for all time . Our deepest condolences.

  17. Aaron, Jillian so sorry to hear this evening of your Mom’s passing. Thinking of you and all her loved ones at this time. Sincere Condolences! Remembering her as a beautiful kind lady as she lived here in our area.

  18. Jim and family, I was so sad to hear that Joan passed away last night. She was a true friend and I will miss her very much. I have so many good memories. You, and her family meant the world to her. I can only imagine how difficult this is for you. I am thinking of you all. I am away in the US right now so won’t be able to make the funeral. I regret very much that I will miss it, but please know that I am sending my love.

  21. Joan was my neighdour when I lived in Port Saunders .when she was teacher at Roncalli . BEAUTIFUL LADY IN EVERY WAY . SORRY TO HEAR OF HER PASSING KEEPING THE FAMILY IN MY PRAYERS MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL . REST IN HEAVENLY PEASE .SAFE IN THE ARMS OF A OUR LORD

  23. Jim and Family: We are so sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

  24. So sorry to hear of Joan’s passing she was one of my teachers at Roncalli High School in Port Saunders . My thoughts and prayers to all of her family .

  26. I am deeply saddened by this news. It is a great loss to all that knew her. Joan was a great friend and will be missed by all. Condolences to the family.

  28. Jimmy Mac and Family. Please accept our deepest condolences. We have been saddened by Joan’s illness these passed years and again by her passing. She was a friend and an exceptional member who looked after me many night shifts and for that I will always be grateful. May the joy and love in your memories bring you peace in the days to come. All our love. Wendy and Basil.

  29. Theresa and family, I am sorry to hear about your sister Joan’s passing. Thoughts, hugs , and prayers sent.

  31. Dear Family of Joan, I am very sad by the passing of your sister, wife, and mother. She is now at peace. I know this is a very difficult time for you. There is very little if any thing one can say to ease the pain of loss. Let your tears flow freely and at the same time celebrate the time she was the gift in your lives. She made a positive difference in our world because she was an educator. May your faith also give you consolation. My deepest condolences.

  34. So sorry to hear of Joan’s passing,meet her when she taught school at Roncalli High School in Port Saunders,lovely lady. My thoughts and prayers are with her and her family.

  35. Condolences to to family and friends. Joan was a beautiful lady,inside and out. A very special teacher. May she take comfort in the arms of the angels.
    R.I.P Joan

  36. Jim and the family: So sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. She fought a good fight. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rest in Peace my friend.

  37. To Jim and the McEntegart families.
    Our sincere condolences on the passing of your loved one, and while we did not know Joan personally, our acquaintance with the family goes back many years.
    May it be a comfort to know she is now at rest.

  39. Sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. I remember Joan from Port Saunders days. She had such a pleasant personality and beautiful smile.

  40. I am so saddened by this. I knew Joan during her teaching years and had the pleasure of knowing her beautiful children, Aaron and Jillian, for many years. She was a wonderful person with so much love and pride for her family. May she rest in peace and God bless those she left behind. Thinking of you all.

  43. sorry to hear of joans passing she was a great person and a wonderful teacher
    joan thought me when she was teaching at roncalli high school in port saunders
    sorry to hear of her passing

  46. So sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. I remember her as such a beautiful, gentle, smart girl in our school days. Deepest condolences to the family at this sad and difficult time.

  48. Jim and family, I was very sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest condolences at this very difficult time. God Bless.

  50. I am so shocked to hear about an old friend who I went to school with from Grade 1 to Grade 11. We did our first communion together, got confirmed together and went to school and graduated together. I have not seen Joan in years, but I always wondered which path she had taken after finishing school. I can tell by the many memorials that she had a great career in teaching where she influenced and inspired many young people. Heartfelt condolences go out to Erie, Brenda, Theresa, Gloria, and her mom, Margaret. I also send my condolences to Jim and family. Take care and God Bless this family during this time of sorrow!

  51. Jimmy Mac and family, we were so sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. Our deepest and sincerest condolences at this very difficult time to you and your family. God Bless and take care.

  53. Jimmy Mac…so so sorry for your loss. She fought a phenomenal battle…. Prayers needed good thoughts going your way. Hugs

  55. Sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. She worked with me at the detachment in Harbour Grace, and was always such a pleasant person to have working with us. She will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathy to you all at this difficult time.

    Edith

  57. To Jim and the entire McEntegart family plus the whole Dolliomont family, I would like to offer my sincere condolences on Joan’s passing. I was only notified today and I worked with Joan at the Trinity Conception District. Such a nice sweet lady who will be greatly missed by all who came in contact with her. Rest in Peace Joan and you go rest easy now.

  60. Jim and family;
    On behalf of myself, Elaine and the rest of our family, we offer our condolences to you and your family at this most difficult time.

  61. We are so sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. We are thinking of all of you at this difficult time. God bless

  65. Jim and family. ,,our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time . Nothing loved is ever lost ,,and she was loved so much .

  66. Jim and Family… I am sorry for your loss.
    I feel blessed to have known Joan and to have worked with her. I have some wonderful memories of working with her in the occ. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Take care.

  67. I was so sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with her husband, children and all her family at this very sad time.
    I was fortunate to have spent time with Joan and had gotten to know her well when we shared an apartment in St. John’s during university in the fall of 1976. Her intelligence, sensitivity and sense of humour endeared her to all, but above everything it was Joan’s quiet manner and gentle spirit that
    stand out in my mind. A true friend who will be dearly missed. Rest in peace, Joan.

  68. So sorry for your loss. She was a sweet wonderful woman. I haven’t had contact with Joan since university days but I have always thought of her fondly, such a wonderful happy spirit. Sadly missed.

  69. So sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. I worked with Joan at the detachment in Hr. Grace. Thinking of her family at this sad time.

  70. Theresa and family,
    Condolences to all of you. So sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Know that she is at peace and without pain.
    Anne Marie and Howard

  71. My condolences to Joan’s husband, Jim and family and the Dollimont family. For a few years the Dollimont family used to be our neighbor’s in St. Joseph’s Cove and I have fond memories of playing with Joan and Brenda when we were kids in the cove. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. Georgina

  73. Jim and family. So very sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. May you take comfort in and hold your beautiful memories dear to your heart. God Bless! Randy and Denise

  74. Sincere condolences to Jim, Shannon and all of Joan’s family on their tremendous loss. She was such a beautiful person always with that heartwarming smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. May she rest in peace.

  75. To Joan’s family,

    I worked with Joan a long time ago (1997-2002) with PIAT. I was just starting my teaching career and Joan more than once offered words of advise and humor. I remember her kindness and her laughter. Sorry for your loss.

  76. Jim; condolences to you and your family. Although I did not get a chance to meet Joan in September I could tell by your words and actions that she was a special person, as are you. Till we meet or talk again god bless.

    Fred and Val Depencier
    Calgary, AB

  77. Jim and Family,
    So sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. I have very fond memories of my short time working with her. She always had a smile on her face, with nothing bad to say about anyone. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.

  78. I am so sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. She was such a wonderful, positive person. I enjoyed the visit to your home and the kindness that was given to me by Jim and Joan. Never forget the memories. May she rest in peace.

  79. We were deeply saddened by the passing of your loving wife. We only knew her for a short period but she showed such strength and courage. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

  80. so sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. God has taken another angel to heaven. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. RIP Joan.

  81. Jim and Family,
    It is with heartfelt sadness that I send this message. I was so fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with Joan, and experienced her tremendous heart and wisdom. She has been in my prayers since the onset of her illness. I wish peace for her now. My deepest condolences to you all.

  82. Jim and Shannon
    Francine and I pass on our sincere condolences on the passing of Joan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this very difficult time. Joan and I had the opportunity to work together and she was a tremendous credit to the RCMP. A true professional, such a strong work ethic and such a sincere individual. I have very fond memories of Joan.

    Take Care and wishing you and your families the best during this difficult time.

    Jim and Francine

  83. Jillian and Aaron, Jim and family. So sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. I haven’t seen her for a few years but thought of her often as she was such a nice friendly person. May she rest in peace, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  85. Jim, we are saddened by the loss that you and your family have encountered. May you find strength in this difficult time. Our condolences. Tony and Natasha

  86. Jim and families, so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

  88. Jimmy, we just hear of Joan,s passing. We are so sorry for your loss. Extending our sincere condolences to you.God Bless.

  89. Jim,

    Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. My thoughts are with all of you. Take care of each other and know that there is much support around you now and always.

  90. Very sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. A truly beautiful person, inside and out. Will always remember her smile, her gentle personality and her sense of humour.

  91. Jim,
    We pass our deepest sympathy to you and your family on Joan’s passing. We deeply regret not being able to attend Joan’s wake and funeral as we are away. We certainly would have attended had we been at home. Jim, I know Joan’s passing has left a terrible void in your life. Hold on to the memories and give yourself some peaceful time to grieve. Your family will be your support especially your little granddaughter. We are thinking of you and praying for you in your loss. Regards Roseanne and Alex

  92. Jim and Family. Sending you my sincere Condolences at this very sad time. Joan was a sweet and caring lady. I enjoyed our many chats when she worked wit us at the Placentia Det. I am sure of one thing her family was her life and she was so very very proud of you all.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family . May her gentle soul Rest In Peace.
    Terry O.Keefe Aux Cst. Placentia Det.

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