With hearts full of love and gratitude we celebrate the life of a remarkable woman- Joanne Dwyer. Born June 22, 1957 to Anatolia and Luigi Passa and who passed peacefully on December 4, 2025.
She was a devoted wife to her beloved husband of 44 years, Phil, a deeply loving mother to her son Edward (and wife Joanna) and her daughter Sara (and husband Richard), and a proud, adoring grandmother to Axel, Max, Amelia, and Hailey—each of whom brought her immeasurable joy.
She is also lovingly remembered by her siblings and their spouses: Tony and Glenda, Cathy and Bruno, and Lily and Paul, along with many extended family members and friends who were touched by her kindness and warmth.
For many years she worked as an administrative assistant at Westview Centennial Secondary School, where she was known for her dedication, reliability, and steady presence for 38 years.
Above all else, she was a woman defined by love—love for her family, love for the simple joys of life, and love freely given to those around her. Her laughter, her care for others, and her compassion will be remembered always.
Though she is no longer with us in body, her spirit lives on in the lives she shaped, the family she loved, and the memories that will forever be held close.
She will be deeply missed and forever cherished.
The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street South (Hwy 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) on Thursday morning, December 11th from 10:00 a.m. until time of the celebration of Joanne’s life at 11:30 a.m.
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A reception will be held at the funeral home immediately following the service.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to Parkinson Canada (parkinson.ca)
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Sara Boyd
To my amazing mom- love you always
Alex -Joan
Sending our sincerest condolences to whole family. Our prayers and love is with you all.may her soul restt in peace.
Patricia Oake
Phil,Sarah ,Edward and Passa Family , my heart is breaking for all of you . Joanne was a beautiful lady inside and out . We will all miss her . Rest easy sweet Joanne .
Ruth A Dwyer
My sincere Condolences To Philjp Sarah and Edward On the passing of your beautiful Wife and Mother and Grandmother to her precious grandchildren! Missing her will be very difficult but remembering her will be much easier !Cherish your memories and I am sure you have many!! Stay close as a family and God bless you all! Thank God she is pain free !She is an Angel now in Heaven!’
Doris DiLella-deVries
I am so sorry to hear this . Our deepest and sincere condolences to you all.
Melissa Matthews
You were like another Mother to me growing up, Mom and you taught me to be to be a strong woman , to hold my own in life. You stood beside me during my confirmation, and during some of my hard teen years you were there with advice and guidance.
The Many many funny stories growing up that you mocked me for and never let me live down !
Jojo You will be missed
Phil , Sara, and Edward my condolences
She was one in a million
Lilly
You are the best big sister ever!! I Love You xox
You will be forever missed
Margo Twohig
I was blessed to work with Joanne while she was my Administrative Assistant when I was Principal at Westview Centennial. She was a joy to work with and we shared a lot of laughter during that time.
Jacqueline Urquhart
Sending lots of love and prayers from the other Dwyer family. Love Tim, Luanne, Jac, Mick, Luke & Cheryl
Frankie Halls
An amazing warm supportive and helpful being.. .She took me through my teaching career from teacher, curriculum leader to VP.Thanks Joanne for all your help and support.I couldn’t do it without you!
Gert & Murray Strickland
Phil & Family
So very sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one Joanne. I know you did everything possible to care for her with love and kindness.
I only met Joanne a handful of times – what a lovely lady. Cherish all your beautiful memories and hold them close to your heart.
Jerry McGee
Joanne had such a positive influence on so many. I have no doubt that her memory will live on. I know it will for me.
My condolences to her family and friends.
Sam Miceli
Condolences to the family and sincere gratitude to you Joanne who patiently and humoursly guided a young VP at Westview.
May your loving family find comfort in how your love lives within them.
Edward Dwyer
°RIP sweet lady
Don and Ann Dwyer
So sorry for your lost. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Wayne and Joan Dwyer
Phil and family just heard of Joanne passing. We are very sorry for your loss.
Anna and Kent
Phil, Edward and Sara., Our sincere condolences to you and the family. We will miss our friend, you were like a big sister to me. We will cherish our memories we shared. May you rest in peace.
Anita Kyriakidou
So sincerely sorry to hear this news. Joanne was such a sweet presence at Westview Centennial, where I first started my teaching career. I’ll always remember our special chats. Condolences to her family, that she always spoke so fondly of. Rest in eternal peace Joanne:(
Betty Hansen
Phil and family : My deepest condolences for your loss . May the memories you made and shared together over the years bring you comfort now and in the days ahead .
Raj Maharaj
Joanne was a very wonderful person, very organized, helpful, kind and efficient in her work at Westview. We all loved her for her no nonsense jovial nature. She will always be in the hearts of all of us.
Philip stone
Sincere condolences Philip to you & your family
Margaret Pelletier
Condolences to the family and much gratitude to you Joanne . You were always there for the the staff of Westview and to me particular . Thank you and rest in peace..
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Geraldine Blundon
Phil & family
So sorry for your loss
Thinking of you
Dave & Queen
Ashley Catalano
My sincere condolences to Eddie, Joanna and the family. Joanne was an absolute pleasure to know. Rest peacefully ️
Joseph Howell
To philip and family, i offer my sincere condolenses. Joanne was a beautiful lady, and i treasure the time i spent with her and your family, especially our trips to Cuba.
On a lighter note, it was always funny when joanne would ask you what did i say, because of my newfie accent. It was always a laugh. Rest in peace joanne.
Bill Mowat
Worked with Joanne for many years at Westview. She was lots of fun and helped make going in to the office a very friendly experience. My heart felt condolences to Joanne’s family.
Karen metcalf
My deepest sympathy to the family for the passing of Joanne, I had the privilege of meeting Joanne many times She was a very lovely women and so funny!! She always made you feel a big part part of the family.. May you rest in peace and the Angel live in all your grandchildren for a life time..
Georgios Crentiris
My deepest and sincerest condolences on the loss of such a beautiful soul. May her memory be eternal, and may the love she shared continue to shine through the people whose lives she touched. I’m holding her loved ones in my thoughts during this incredibly difficult time and wishing them strength in the days ahead.
I also want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Joanne for her kindness, compassion, and support during my time at WCSS. It meant more than she may realize, and I will always be grateful. Fly high <3
Rex and Belinda Rose
Phil, We are so sorry to hear of Joanne’s passing . Our heart goes out to you and your family at this sad time. Take care of yourself and each other. Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs to all of you.
Anh Lam
Condolences to Joanne’s family !!
Dearest Joanne, please rest in peace. Thank you for being such a wonderful and understanding colleague to work with!
You have helped making other people’s work life much easier. Mine was included. I thank you and still appreciate you.
Sending You Metta.
David Dwyer
Dave and Linda Dwyer
I have been friends with Phil and Joanne for many years, through many get togethers, meals and poker games and Joanne always had a smile on her face, but never when she was being serious at the poker table. I will miss her dearly. My sincerest condolences to Phil, Sara, Edward and their children. She will surely be missed by all..
Neelu
She was the heart of Westview—an office administrator and secretary who ran the school with kindness, efficiency, and a genuine love for every student and staff member. Her warm smile and presence made the front office a place of comfort and connection. She didn’t just keep the school running; she helped build a community, making each of us feel valued and supported. For me, she was a constant source of encouragement and comfort, someone who made even the hardest days feel manageable. She never treated her work as a job; she treated it as a way to care for people. She will always be a part of the Westview story.
Tony & Glenda
Joanne will be missed by many, but I will always have my little sister Jojo on my mind and in my prayers. Rest in peace and don’t cause too much trouble up there Jo.
Marshall Henkle
Joanne was the “heart and soul “ of Westview Centennial Secondary School
Always available to assist staff and students
Never too busy to engage everyone with that wonderful caring smile……Oh how we all benefited!!
My sincere condolences to Phil, Edward, Sara and the entire family on Joanne’s passing
How blessed you were to have Joanne in your lives
Cathy & Bruno
My Sister was a beautiful soul, with a kind heart that touched everyone that knew her.
I will miss you my sweet Jojo, your smile, your laughter and your love will forever be in my heart.
Andrew Forrester
You were like a second mother to us, and for that we will always be grateful. Thank you for everything Joanne, you raised two great kids and were always there for us no matter what antics we got up to.
Our condolences Uncle Phil, Eddie and Sara. We are here for you.
Lili Lin
To the family of Joanne,
Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of our dear Joanne. I am still in shock over this heartbreaking news. Joanne and I worked in the same building for 12 years, and she was my go-to person in the office when I first began my teaching career at Westview Centennial Secondary School. Her kindness, generosity, and unwavering support touched countless lives, including my own. Joanne will be remembered always with gratitude and great affection. My thoughts are with your family during this incredibly difficult time.
Silvana Laurenzano & Giustino Tielo
Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. I am sorry for your loss, she will be remembered fondly. She will live on through the memories we made with her. Our sincere condolences,
C. Ann King
I had the privilege of working with Joanne at Westview for almost 30 years. She was a source of support, joy, and laughter through all the years that I knew her. Staff and students alike knew they could count on her to do the right thing efficiently and kindly. I am devastated to hear of her passing. My sincere condolences to her family.
Maria Palermo
Joanne was the first person to welcome me to Westview as a teacher. She was incredibly supportive during my years as a teacher and later when I returned as a Vice-Principal. I recall, with fondness, our many conversations about our families. She loved to tell stories about Edward and Sara and was one the first people I called after welcoming our first born. Joanne was one of a kind. Her quiet leadership, kindness, and ability to find calm in the midst of chaos were deeply appreciated by all that worked with her at Westview. I learned a lot from her and am grateful that I had the privilege of knowing her. My deepest condolences to her family.
Catherine Barratt
Joanne was not only the pillar of Westview, she also personified what education is all about: equity, compassion, dedication, love and resilience.
I was graced to have started my career working with her and I like to think she had positively influenced me to be the person, friend, educator and daughter I am today.
Thank you Joanne for sharing your smiles, laughter and wicked sense of humour. Thank you for opening your heart to Sydney, your Chi-Russell.
My sincerest condolences to Phil, Sara and Eddie – I can still fondly recall the love and pride on Joanne’s face whenever she spoke of you.
Our thoughts are with you all. I will forever be thankful that I got to work with Joanne. Her legacy will continue in all of us as that’s how special she was to the Westview community.
Marie Theberge
Dear Phil and family,
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Joanne. She was such a wonderful woman, she had a heart of gold and the most beautiful smile.
I have no words, please accept my deepest condolences.
May you find peace & comfort in all the memories you shared.
Marie
Pat and Leo Brazil
Philip and family
We are so sorry for the loss of your beautiful wife and Mother
May your Memories help you through the difficult times
❤️