Joann McDonnell

Joann McDonnell passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital in the loving presence of Mike and the kids.  She left us much too early at the age of 57 after the devastating effects of ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.  Joann was born on January 2, 1963 and grew up in North Bay with her four siblings, Julie (Murray), Jim, George and Janis and her parents the late James & Shirley McDonnell.  She is survived by her beloved life partner, Michael Frew and children, Joey McDonnell and Blake Frew.  Joann will be dearly missed by her many nieces, nephews and extended family.

Joann worked as an Administrative Clerk at the Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police and leaves many friends to mourn her passing.  She will be remembered for her caring and bubbly personality, her love of reading and cooking but more importantly the love and devotion she had for her family.

Family and friends are invited to a visitation on Sunday, October 4th, 2020 from 1:00-1:45 p.m., 2:00-2:45 p.m., 3:00-3:45 p.m. and 4:00-4:45 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Monday, October 5th, 2020 at 2:00 p.m., reception to follow.  As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations can be made to ALS Society of Canada, www.als.ca  Messages of condolence can be left at www.billingsleyfuneralhome.com

Joann's strength of spirit and will to live in the most difficult of circumstances will remain inspirational, unforgotten, and cherished by those who knew and loved her.