The club and its members would like to express our condolences to the family of Joan Sawatsky, who passed away on January 25th. Joan was the wife of club member Chuck Sawatsky.
Her obituary is below:
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joan Sawatsky (née Gulliver) on the 25th day of January, 2025, after a bravely fought 7½-year-long battle with cancer.
Joan is fondly remembered by the members of Community Baptist Church in Charlottetown. Throughout the ministry of her husband, Chuck, Joan endeared herself to each congregation as a faithful and tireless worker who also liked to bring glory to God with her singing—whether it was in Nova Scotia, PEI or Florida.
Joan is the daughter of the late Murray and Ina Gulliver. She is survived by her husband, Chuck, her sisters Jean, Donna, Christine, Anna and Carol, her brothers Harry, Wayne, Kim and David, and predeceased by her brothers Jerry and Maurice. She is survived by her sons Cary, Bartley and Aaron and by her ten grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Joan left many memories at the Atlantic Baptist Nursing Home where she nursed for many years. She and Chuck enjoyed 56 years of blessed matrimony. Her deep faith and commitment to the Lord made her eager to meet him and we all look forward to the day when we will be reunited with her.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, January 28, at 2:00 PM at Community Baptist Church, 162 Sherwood Rd, Charlottetown.