STOCKS, Joan
(nee Weule)
08.03.1928 – 09.10.2022
Passed away peacefully at Borella House, East Albury, aged 94 years. Dearly beloved wife of Graham (dec.). ‘Mum’ and mother-in-law to Rhonda Jones, Mark & Veronica Stocks and Judith & Leon Walsh. Adored Nana of 5 grandchildren.
May She Rest In God’s Care
The service of thanksgiving will be held at St. David’s Uniting Church, Albury on Friday 21st October 2022 at 10.00am. A private cremation will be held.
Dear Mum, you were my backstop through my entire life. We both celebrated our birthdays on 8 March, it will seem strange in 2023 not celebrating with you. I loved that you adored Leon and loved flathead/fish night – Leon loved cooking for you. The special chair we bought for you in our loungerm is now Rhondas. Seems strange not ringing you everyday. Looking after some of your beloved Staffordshire figurines, particularly the ones Dad and I bought for you in London in 1989. You wanted to be with dad and your wish came true. RIP Mum, Love your youngest Jude (Judith) xxx
To my dear Aunty Joan. I really enjoyed visiting you, especially when I became an adult. You always showed such a genuine interest in all that was going on in my life. You were very accepting of the changes I made in my life along the way. I also loved how you knew so much family history- you had all the stories of Mum and you growing up. 👏😀 I will miss you, much love from Elizabeth (Libby).
Dear Nan,
Thank you for being such a loving grandmother. I’m so grateful for the time I got to spend with you. From my childhood- lunches with you on the weekends and you’re evening visits- to my visiting you on my trips home. I was thinking lately about when I was studying and I’d sometimes study at your place- we would sit together in the sunroom while I worked. You were always so fascinated and amazed at what I was doing and learning. You’re appreciation of the small things was amazing and inspiring.
Love always,
Nara (and love from Matt, Enzo and Pepita).
Dear Joannie, your life in your own way was an inspiration. Your life exemplified simple loving presence to your family and friends. We always loved visiting you and I’ll miss dropping in with flathead/roast spuds or fried rice. I liked the way you were amazed at technology, like when I showed you on google maps the route you took dinking Ruth to Brockelsby school. I cannot think of any reason that you would not be in heaven with the ones you love. Love “your favourite” son-in-law Leon xx
Dear Nana,
I am going to miss our time together.
Thank you for always being a space of curiosity, nonjudgment, and love. I am so grateful for the space that both you and your daughters have provided that has taught me that I am loved no matter what I chose to do with my life. Unconditional love is so precious and a gift I hope to pass on to my children and grandchildren one day.
I loved learning about your life experiences over cups of tea and finding commonalities and lessons in your stories.
When I was young you regularly gave much of your time to help us out as a family and to feed us. I can still taste your roast lunches, signature sweets, ginger biscuits, and tea, and the ice-cold water from your fridge in the striped cups. Oh and thank you for taking care of me when I was sick!
I don’t think I told you this or realised until now that no one has listened and acted on my dietitian advice with such commitment. Thank you for that respect.
I loved and appreciated you as a child and that feeling of connection only grew as I moved into adulthood.
Part of me is saddened by the time we haven’t had together since I moved from Albury and also grateful for the time we have had and your continued support and interest in my adventures.
I admire how connected you have been to your family and will forever look back fondly on the times I have been on the phone with mum, who in real time is relaying what I am saying to Jude, who I can hear is repeating this to you.
I am remembering your laugh, your smile, your priceless look of disbelief and surprise, your appreciation and gratitude for the small things, and all the other reasons why you are MARVELOUS.
I am comforted to know you are together with Pa creating your perfect heaven together.
Love Clare
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