My condolences to the Cohen family. Joy was a wonderful person. My heart goes out to the family. Debbie Koltun

Dear Lawrence, Shari, and Devra- Christie and I were shocked and distressed when we learned of Charles’ death by calling Joy after Yom Kippur. It was then clear to us that Joy’s condition had deteriorated, and apparent that she was requiring increased homecare assistance. With some trepidation we called again last week only to get a continual busy signal that ultimately prompted a Google search. That’s how we discovered that Joy had died on Jan. 1. Needless to say, we are deeply saddened to know of Joy’s death and we are reflecting on how much we’ll miss her. The two of us can barely imagine how overwhelming the loss must be for the three of you and we hope that the strong support of family and friends is making your grief a little easier to bear. We listened to your beautiful and accurate words at the funeral (on YouTube), and our sincere wish is that the thoughts you expressed will always be with you. Christie and I feel so fortunate to have connected with your parents at this senior stage of our lives. The reunion was the result of Joy’s amazing Cohen ancestry research efforts and family gathering. She planned and executed the weekend festivities with all of the elegant style that each of you referenced in your eulogies. A year later we spent a magnificent time at Parry Sound and her wonderful hospitality have made memories of that visit indelible too. Our regret is that contacts with Joy and Charles were infrequent (phone calls) and too short. We always talked about opportunities for getting together but unfortunately they didn’t happen. Nevertheless, we feel blessed to have been able to connect with your dynamic and impactful parents who brought so much joy, humor, and love to the many people they touched.

I extend my condolences to Joy’s beautiful and caring children and grandchildren. I met Joy in high school and since then we shared a long, meaningful, fun and active friendship. We loved to be with our Familia group – seven couples that together learned about many aspects of life. Joy and I supported each other when we joined the work force in the Jewish community. We used to meet for lunch and chat. Joy was always ready to try something new and different that enhanced all of our lives. I will miss her.

Mayer and I are so sorry to learn about Joy's passing. We were neighbors for many years and always enjoyed getting together with both Joy and Charles. They will always be remembered in a wonderful way. Please accept our deepest condolences. Judy

It is with deepest sadness that I read of Joy's passing.My heartfelt condolences to you all on the passing of an incredible human being. Joy and I were friends for more than 75 years, and shared many joy's,sorrows ,and. accomplishments . I am out of Canada since January 2 ,so missed the funeral and tributes to that wonderful lady. She will be greatly missed. May her memory be for a blessing. My love to all of you. Tema Title

Dear Devra, Melanie and Alex, We are deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your beloved mother and grandmother. From what we've heard and read about Joy, the apple has not fallen far from the tree Devra and your girls too share her special qualities of caring, generosity, creativity and adventure, to name a few. We are thinking of you at this difficult time as you mourn the loss of a second parent and grandparent in such a short time! May Joy's memory be a blessing! Love Denise, Howard,Sydney, Ethan and Hannah

Devra, Shari, Laurence, CohenSpiegelPosen families: What incredible and fitting tributes you made honoring the life and legacy of an amazing woman. Joy really was one of a kind. How fortunate you are to have had her in your lives. I admired her and enjoyed all of our encounters which always included a big smile and warm greeting. She made you feel heard and valued. May the wonderful memories endure forever.

We were saddened to hear of Joy's passing and send our sincere condolences to the Cohen, Spiegel , Posen and their extended families. We new Joy and Charles through Joyce & Herb Green's membership in the familia and admired them all. Joy was an accomplished and lovely person, may her memory be a blessing unto you all.

Dear Laurence, Shari, and Devra, I have many fond memories of your mother up at our cottages. She was always so welcoming and had such a brisk energy and wit. I feel deeply for your loss and send my sincere condolences.

Wonderful women Sadly will be missed

Our sincere condolences on the loss of your mother. We had the privilege of knowing her as a neighbour for several years. She was a beautiful and kind person.

To Joy’s family, As a member of the same choir, I had a personal connection with Joy. Such a gracious lady with a beautiful smile. She always greeted me with her comforting smile and an encouraging word, during my own time of grief. I will miss her. Andrea Atkins

I did not attend the service today but I watched online and was very much there in spirit. And what a moving service it was! Sitting at home, I was brought to tears several times, swept up by the beautiful and moving tribute to Joy Cohen. Everyone spoke with such clarity, intention, authenticity and emotional honesty. Together the speakers painted a portrait of strong woman of great depth, wisdom, drive and investment – a caring, generous, fun and kind person who was adventurous, curious, artistic, informed and very organized. Joy’s strong guiding influence was very evident today and it is clear that her legacy is firmly embedded in her children and grandchildren. I have wonderful memories of Joy and feel lucky to have been in her orbit. I share my deep condolences with Devra, Shari and Steven, Laurence and Dara, and the extended family. And also with the Familia, the group of friends and their children who feel a profound sense of loss in the passing of Joy, and months ago, Charles. The Familia mourns with you. As Devra so eloquently said, “Joy has quietly taken her last run” but she will live on in the hearts of everyone who admired, respected and loved her. Today’s service was a fitting tribute to a remarkable woman who will be very missed.

What a beautiful photo of a beautiful lady! Our parents were good friends many years ago. I hadn’t seen Joy in several years but we never forgot each other and always stopped to say hello…. Joy with that beautiful smile! Offering my sincere condolences to the Spiegel and Posen families..

Dear Shari, Devra and Laurence such wonderfully moving eulogies you all wrote, which would have made your Mom flash that beautiful smile of hers! Joy was always so kind and caring, and I shall miss her. May she Rest In Peace and may all your good memories help to heal your hearts.

Lawrence, Shari and Devra, My condolences to you and your families. I always thought of your mother as a strong, intelligent, caring person. I hope to see you up north at some point so we can remimisce about our folks. They are all deeply missed.

Lawrence , Shari and Devra Your mother’s name said it all as she brought Joy to everyone. We shall always remember the joy and nachas she had blessing Shabbat candles with her granddaughters Zoe and Sam on the eve of their bat mitzvahs. May you all keep strong remembering her blessed memory.

So sorry to hear. She was a lovely lady

Joy will always be in my memories as a dearest of friends since I was two and she was four (Chuckles and Smiles). I shall remember her at symphony concerts, climbing the Himalayas, attending temple services, attending joyful dinner parties and family celebrations. She will remain alive, I know, in the heads and hearts of all who loved her and had great pleasure in time spent with her. My thoughts are with the family. With deepest sympathy, Elaine Newton

Devra and Family Sending heartfelt condolences to you. What a beautiful picture and description of your mom. While I only met her once, I know from all you talked about what a loving and wonderful mom she was and what a devoted and loving daughter you were. We are so sorry for your loss and hoping that all the memories and stories serve as a source of comfort to you and your family. Xoxo

Laurence, Shari, Debra & family I am sorry to hear of Joy's passing. She was leader of ours the first chavorut group at HBT. We were so lucky to have this bright, caring and beautiful person to help us newly married couples. The picture you chose on the website is how I remember her. Although it's been about 50 years I will never forget Joy. Don

Dear Shari, Steven and family, my deepest condolences on the loss of your beautiful mother. Thinking of you all at this heartbreaking time.

Dear Sheri, Devra, and Lawrence, Our condolences to you and all your extended blended family. Your beautiful mom had a smile that would truly light up a room. She always took the time when we saw her- usually family simchas- to come over , inquire how we and our family was and just to have a little visit. We know this is such a difficult time but hopefully soon the memory of her smile and laugh will be a comforting and loving memory for you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Karen and Paul Morton

e treasure the time we spent with you parents, Charles and Joy, at the Excellence. They were such an integral part of our community here. Charles was a wonderful addition to our Board and contributed greatly. Joy was gracious, kind, generous, and an invaluable member of our holiday choir. I, personally, loved spending time with them both, talking about India and their many travels. They were very proud of their children and grandchildren, and spoke lovingly of you all. May their souls rest in peace.

Lawrence, Shari, Devra and the entire SpiegelCohenPosen family, As we watched the funeral we were so taken by all that everyone had to say about Joy. We knew she was amazing. We shared happy memories of going to The Festival of the Sound in Parry Sound with Joy and Charles with dinner either before or after the concert. We had visits at each other's cottages. We saw Joy and Charles when they spent a couple of winters in Longboat Key. These memories and experiences will not be forgotten. We will miss Joy, the organizer and arranger of many happy times together. Rest in peace, Joy. Love, Barbara and Stanley

An incredible Mom, Friend to many, a Baba. You are be missed and never forgotten. You have left us a all with many remarkable memories beautiful smile and hugs. Your talents and gifts of creativity is expressed and passed down to Shari, Laurence and Dara and grandkids. Memories of the farm, cottage and kitchen table with Shari L and D too always in my heart and our everyone hearts who was blessed to know you. xoxox

Devra, Shari and Lawrence, We are so sorry to hear about the death of your mother Joy. She has gone on to find Charles. It seems they belong together, now and for always. May your memories of her and Charles be for a blessing. We hope the fact that they lived so long and so well will bring you some comfort in the coming days and weeks...

Deepest condolences to all the family on your loss of Joy.

Dear Shari & Cohen family, Sending my deepest condolences on the loss of your mother, Joy. I wish you peace and comfort during this difficult time and hope you treasure all the memories you made with her in the coming days. Take care, Myro

Laurence and Dara - We are thinking of you and your entire family during this difficult time. Hope you find comfort in memories of your mother and the support of family and friends.

Joy was a wonderful person I was so pleased to be able to chat with her at the last Chanukah party My condolences Ernie

condolences to the Cohen clan … your parents will forever be an example how to live ……..

Dear Shari, and Cohen family, What a beautiful picture of your mother – it truly radiates warmth and joy, and a life well-lived. As you reminisce this week, may her life story, including love of all things musical, her strong sense of community & family and generous goodwill to those in need fill your hearts with warm and loving memories, along with the fun adventures your family and friends shared together. Our parents’ love is true, calming, deep and forever … and as such, leaves an eternal imprint on our hearts which can help strengthen, guide, and calm us during the most difficult times. May this be your experience. Heartfelt thoughts & prayers are with you and your family, not only today, but also along your journey in the coming months. Beate Jack

Shari and Steven, I am so sorry for yet another loss for you both. I was not aware of all the wonderful work Joy accomplished - wow! Even when I saw her the other week, she looked amazing and was a joy to see. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Joe and I, and Amy, are very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. We spent a lot of time with your parents at the cottage and were very fond of them, and they had such a lovely friendship with our parents! We all send you Love and warm regards Shari, Lawrence and Devra. We are all sick at the moment so will watch the funeral online tomorrow. Love, Joe,Robin,Amy

Devra and family, I'm so sad to hear about the sudden passing of your mom. Our families go back a long time, sharing a lot of common interests and shared time together at our cottages, your farm and ski trips with our parents. I will always remember your moms big smile and positive outlook as shown in this beautiful pic of her, in addition to her being engaging, warm and interested in our interactions over the years. May all your memories be a blessing. Love Judy and Joel

Dear Robyn and Steven We send our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved Joy. Judi and Larry

What a beautiful smile your mother had! I'm certain she lit up the room every time she walk in! Devra, and family, please accept my sincerest condolences on the passing of your dear mother and grandmother. May the wonderful memories you have of her stay in your hearts forever. xo

Dear Devra, Mel and family. We are so saddened to hear about your loss. Mel, thank you for sharing such beautiful stories of your grandmother with us the last time we met. She will stay in your hearts forever. May her memory be a blessing

Dearest Shari, Lawrence and Devra: I am sending you all my love from Calgary and from all our family. We Nettletons were your old Warlock Cresc neighbours a block away who the Cohens so gratefully introduced us to big city North York ways (and especially cottage life) when we moved from Calgary in the mid 60s. I shall be thinking of you all and especially tomorrow as you bid your fine mother, Joy, a deep, loving and fond farewell. Your mother, Joy, was just that - a great joy to everyone. The photo is so perfect and is the very essence of Joy. Always (mostly) smiling. She was so kind and always very welcoming. She and your Dad were a great team - great friends, confidents, and obviously great parents. You all will have important lessons learned, stories, funny moments, sentimental treasures and memories, traits and traditions from time with both your parents that will carry you far in life. Keep them close and cherish them. Sending you all big hugs. Until we will meet again. Sharon Nettleton

Dearest Shari and Family I am sorry for your loss and the light that was Joy. She and Charles were so kind to my family. When the kids were young, they were always made to feel so welcomed. Sending love, danielle

What a beautiful picture of Joy. This is how she looks in my minds eye when I think of her.. Well coifed and smiling. :) Lawrence, Shari and Devra, you were blessed with wonderful caring loving parents, and I know that from first hand observation. My childhood memories are filled with beautiful times and funny stories with Joy and Charles. At the cottage, as neighbours and on all the trips we took together. They were like an Aunt and Uncle to me and my sisters. I am forever grateful for having them in my life. I know that you will miss your parents dearly and am so sorry for your loss. Sending love and hugs. Arla.

So glad I had all those little chats (and hugs) with my life-long friend Joy over the past few years. Like so many others, I’m sure going to miss that sparkle.

Joy was a lovely & talented lady. She & Charles were our neighbors for many years at Skymark. Joy & I shared a love of reading & we often attended book reviews together. She also shared her love of Holy Blossom & through her, I attended many events. Joy was able to relate to people of all ages. She had a wonderful smile & in her case, her name truly reflected her personality. Our condolences to your family. Your parents will be remembered fondly.

Please accept my most sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved mother. Joy was my piano teacher over 70 years ago and I never forgot her patience and kindness.She inspired me to love the piano.May she rest in peace

I have fond memories in my teenage years with Karen & David, watching Joy as a warm and caring big sister. She was a special woman. My sincere condolences to the whole family.

Dear Shari and all your family, I send my sincere condolences for your loss. You are in my thoughts during this difficult time.

My deepest condolences for the losses you have suffered over the past year.

I got to know Joy in the Skymark condo but lost touch with her when she moved out. I loved to talk with her. She was very special, always smiling, always ready to listen. She was a truly gracious lady. I’m sorry about her passing and extend my sincerest condolences to her family.

Devra, Lawrence and Shari, we are so saddened to hear of your mom's passing. Our family history goes back 50 years, spending time in Parry Sound, and in recent years seeing both of your parents at Temple. Your mom had such a beautiful, bright smile always. Devra, as you mentioned, she is now back together with the love of her life... we hope that brings some solace to you. My mother Evelyn sends her love and condolences. May her memory always be a blessing, and may she rest in eternal peace. Love, Bob & Nadine

Dear Cohen family, my deepest sympathy goes out to you as you mourn your dear mother Joy. I have many good memories of the happy times Gordon and I spent with your parents. May you be comforted by remembering all the good years your family had together.

Devra, Mel, Alex and the rest of the Cohen family May your mother and grandmother's memory be a light that guides your lives. What a beautiful beautiful smile she had. Our deepest sympathy. Howard, Susan and the Sack Liss family xo

Such a lovely picture. I will always remember her that way. ♥️ I left a message earlier.

Sending my sincere sympathies to the entire Cohen family. I have happy memories of Merv and I spending time with Joy & Charles at their cottage. May your memories be a comfort.

Dear Cohens, I was so sorry to hear the news. I was so fond of Joy - she was a wonderful person and I have warm memories of time spent with her, from my childhood as the youngest Familia kid, through years at CHAT and more recently when we were privileged to host Charles and Joy in Jerusalem. Lots of love and hugs from here - Jonathan

I will always cherish the wonderful times we spent with Joy and Chuck at Beaver Valley. Please accept my heartfelt sympathies on loss of your very special mother

Dear Devra & Family: My heartfelt condolences. Joy was always welcoming, engaging, inquisitive and interested. She always had a warm greeting and a sincerity, strength and dignity about her. My thoughts are with all of you.

Dear Devra, Shari & Laurence, My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your whole family. I am so blessed and privileged to worked with your Mom. She was an amazing lady full of loved. I will always cherish the wonderful memories we had together. She will be dearly missed. I love you Joy, May you Rest in Eternal Peace.😪🙏

Fond memories and heartfelt condolences to all. Joy was always a pleasure to design for. Joanne Vogler

Hi Devra, sending my deep and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. I feel privileged and fortunate to worked with your Mom and I will always cherish the wonderful memories I have with her. A very kind and adorable woman who will sorely missed. Rest Peacefully Mrs Joy Cohen, until we meet again.😪🙏

Dearest Devra, Melanie, Alex & Eddie, We are very sorry for the loss of your beloved Joy. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May her memory be a blessing to you. Sending lots of hugs, Kenny & Gayla

Dear Cohen Family. So sorry to hear this sad news. So many wonderful family memories.

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Wishing you and your family sincere condolences and my deepest sympathies.

Dear Cohen family, I’m truly sorry to learn of your enormous loss which must be all that much harder so soon after the passing of your beloved father. My late mother, Jeannette Stein (nee Chapman), always admired both Joy and Charles Cohen whom she had known from her teenage years through your uncle Barry Spiegel. I also had the privilege of being on more than one cantorial trip to Europe with Joy. She definitely had a very strong presence. May your beautiful memories of your dear mom bring you some comfort and may she Rest In Peace reunited with her beloved Charles.

May you only have fond and happy memories of a loving spouse, mother, grandmother, sibling, and aunt who loved family, friends, music, and the great outdoors.

My darling Devra My heart weeps when I think of your profound loss. You are a great daughter an amazing mom and a true loyal friend and for that may you be blessed. Carry Your beloved parents hearts in your heart for a lifetime of wonderful memories. I send you loving arms to hug you at this sad time.

Condolences to the Cohen family at this time of loss.

Devra, Melanie, Alex and family. Saddened to hear of the passing of your extraordinary mother and grandmother. Sending my heartfelt sympathy.

Dear Devra, Melanie, Alex and family. So sorry to hear of the passing of your dear mother and grandmother. Sending our deepest sympathies to you and the whole Cohen family. May your cherished memories and the love and support of family and friends give you comfort at this difficult time.

May you only have fond and happy memories of a loving spouse, mother, and grandmother who loved family, friends, music, and the great outdoors.

Dear Cohen family I am so sorry for your loss. Joy and Charles were so much a part of my life having been part of the Familia for so many years. I'll always cherish the memories I have. My sincerest condolences to you all ❤️

Steve and I are so sorry to hear about the passing of Joy. I have known her all my life and she was like a close aunt more than a family friend. Joy inspired me to play piano, provided arts and crafts and music for us at the farm, and her and Charles are the reason all the Leipciger’s ski. So much of my childhood is connected to both Charles and Joy and Steve and I both have so many happy memories with them. Joy brought her creative spirit to everything she did and we will miss her dearly.

“Joy” in Hebrew means “Simcha”, in Yiddish it is “nachas”. These are two words that aptly describe my friend Joy. She brought “nachas” into every Familia “Simcha” that we planned. And of course there were the more personal times that we shared as two couples. I miss those and now I miss my dear friend. May her memory be for a blessing.

We are very sorry to hear of Joy's passing and are sending love to the entire Cohen family.