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Norma "Joan" Gerhardt passed away at Brucelea Haven, Walkerton, on Saturday, July 12, 2025. She was 90.
Born on March 23, 1935 in Guelph, Ontario, to the late Norman and Edith 'Pearl' (nee Alexander) Horton. "Joan" became a registered nurse, and enjoyed a rewarding career working in hospitals and nursing homes. Joan met Lloyd Gerhardt, and they were married in 1958. They lived for many years on a farm in Normanby Township, where they enjoyed country living and raising their family. Joan was a simple lady, and enjoyed spending time with family, and was a proud grandma to many. She will be missed.
Loved mother of Debbie (Dave) Broderick of Cambridge, Jim (Pam) Gerhardt of Flesherton, Barb (Tom) Gibson of Clifford and Steve (Nicole) Gerhardt of Newfoundland. Special grandma of 8 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and 7 great-great grandchildren. Fondly remembered by her brother Bob (Lorraine) Horton of Niagara on the Lake, and sister Carol Rossel of Elmvale. Predeceased by her husband Lloyd, daughter-in-law Laurie Gerhardt, great-great grandson Grayson Pereira, sister Hazel (Lawrence) Maas, and brother-in-law Keith Rossel.
Visitation will be held at Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover, on Thursday, July 17, 2025, from 10-10:45 am, where a Funeral Service will follow at 11:00 am. Pastor Pam McNiel officiating. Interment in Hanover Cemetery.
For those unable to attend the Funeral Service, it will be live streamed directly on the obituary page on our website, and through the Mighton Funeral Home YouTube Channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@MightonFuneralHomeLtd The live stream will start approximately 5-10 minutes prior to the service - at that time, please look for the live video post on the obituary page on our website or the Funeral Home YouTube Channel to join the service. For people unable to join at the time of the service, the live stream video will remain posted and available for viewing afterwards.
Memorial donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Hanover Salvation Army Food Bank would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
Funeral Service Live Stream - Thursday, July 17, 2025 - 11 am
Tribute Slideshow
Our deepest condolences to the family. Very sorry for your loss.
- Brent WoottonOur sympathy to cousin Joan's family, our thoughts & prayers are with you all at this time.
- Ron & Sharon DouglasWe are sending our deepest sympathies and condolences for your loss. With love to the Hortons and the Dwyers. A life well lived is eternal.
You are in our thoughts
The Carpenters
Our Deepest Sympathy to All ~
- Robert and Janice PolfussWe are so sorry to hear about your Grandma. Every moment we get with our Grandmothers is a gift. They always knew how to make us feel special and loved. Treasure those memories She will always be with you.
Love Dad and Diane
We are so sorry to have lost Joan. To Bob, Carol, and the entire Gerhardt family, we will see you Thursday and for now, send our sympathies and hugs to all of you.
Lorraine Horton
Laura and Mike,
Loss of a loved one is never easy regardless of age. Your Grandma lived a long life and how fortunate you were to have had her in yours. Her picture in the obituary is lovely. Such a warm and loving smile. She could heal the hurts of any child's pain. How lucky you were to have called her your Grandma. Thinking of you at this sad time. With our Deepest Condolences,
Diane Sneddon
Jerry Schindel
I was so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Cousin Joan was such a wonderful lady, always a smile.
I have so many fond memories of the times when our family visited Aunt Pearl & Uncle Norman and we could all have a great visit .
May the cherished memories give you peace and strength for the days ahead.
Dianne Dickson ( Alexander )
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Aunt Joan was one of the kindest sweet souls I've ever met and she always had a heartfelt smile and hug for everyone. Aunt Joan always welcomed me in her home on the farm with Uncle Lloyd. I have such fond memories of time spent with your family. She will be so missed and never forgotten! My mom Iris, always remembers Joan fondly from the time they were childhood neighbour's and friends. Take solace in what an awesome person she was to everyone she met. Much love, Kim, Pat, Iris, Jackie, Scott, Cameron, Claire.
- Kim and Pat O'Hearn and Iris MaasMy deepest sympathy for your loss ❤️ I had the pleasure of meeting both your parents at Maple Court and then Joan at Bruclea Haven her smile always brightened my day
- Patricia K GrahamOur Deepest Sympathy in the loss of your dear Mom, Grandma and friend. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers today and the days ahead.
- Paul & Shannon RhodyOur sincere sympathy to all the family. Joan was a lovely lady. 💕
- Dennis & Barb Foerster
