SPICE, Joelle Gilberte

 

Joelle was born April 24, 1945, in war-torn Lyon, France to Leon and Pauline Fouraizon, and was the last of ten children. Four beloved sisters survive Joelle: Huguette, Jane, Mado and Maryse.

Joelle emigrated to Montreal, Canada in February 1965 where she met and married her husband of fifty-nine years, Perry Spice.  They raised five very active boys in the Toronto area: David, Adam, Jared, Ben, and Jacob.  They have sixteen beautiful grandchildren: Dalton, Ian, Nathan, Ryan, Sam, Allison, Sydney, Jessica, Emma, Jack, Hannah, Andrew, Isabel, Jonny, Julian, and Jacob – with two great grandchildren soon to arrive.

Joelle was a very talented woman: great French cook whose friends often remarked years later remembering specific dishes; writer of inspiring stories in English, her second language; accomplished genealogist and former co-director of the Brampton Family History Center; knitter, seamstress, crochet and needleworker.  Joelle will always be remembered for being a loving mother and wife, a good sport, a cheerful host and a dear friend.

She will be sorely missed by her family and so many friends.  For a visual review of her life, please click on the link below to watch a fifteen-minute video prepared by her son, Jared:

In Loving Memory of Joelle Spice

 

Family and friends are invited to her visitation and funeral, Tuesday February 11, 2025 from 6-8pm with a reception to follow. All events will be held in the Magnolia Chapel at St John’s Dixie Cemetery, 737 Dundas Street East in Mississauga (at Cawthra). For those unable to attend in person, please join virtually for the funeral service at 7pm by CLICKING THIS LINK.

8 replies
  1. Marjorie R Taylor
    Marjorie R Taylor says:

    Sending my sincere condolences to Perry, family and other loved ones on the passing of Joelle.
    “Eternal rest grant unto her, O lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her.  May she rest in peace.”

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  2. Janet Phoenix
    Janet Phoenix says:

    Dear Perry, my fervent prayers for you and your family. I hope your wonderful memories will sustain you and bring laughter and sweetness along with the tears.♥️

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  3. Susan Turnbull
    Susan Turnbull says:

    That was a beautiful service.
    When you are lonely; May you feel the healing blessing of memories to console you.
    With love,
    Susan (Rottiers) Turnbull

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  4. Debbie Desmond
    Debbie Desmond says:

    We send my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your dear wife. Her love and kindness have left a lasting impact. In this time of sorrow, may you find comfort in the beautiful memories you shared. You are in our thoughts and prayers.🙏🏽🧡
    Kevin and Debbie Desmond’

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  5. Palmier Pellin Martine Eléa
    Palmier Pellin Martine Eléa says:

    Perry et les enfants les petits enfants de Joëlle
    Recevez nos plus sincères condoléances attristées .
    Vous êtes dans notre cœur
    Que dieu vous bénissent

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  6. Collet
    Collet says:

    Ma maman Huguette, ma fille Céline, se joignent à moi pour vous présenter nos sincères condoléances. Nous sommes de tout cœur avec vous. Christiane Collet

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