Joan Croft

Edith (Joan) Croft, 99, of Richmond, British Columbia passed away peacefully on December 5, 2025 at Minoru Residences.

Joan was born on January 13, 1926 in Bolton, Lancashire, England to Charles Poole and Edith Callaghan.

After meeting him briefly in Alexandria, Egypt during WWII., Joan later married Thomas Croft in England in 1947. Together they had three children Brian, Susan and Thomas.

The family emigrated to Canada in 1956, and settled initially in Pointe-Claire, Quebec near Montreal’s Dorval Airport where Thomas worked for Rolls Royce Canada. Later, in 1962 the family moved to Richmond, British Columbia where Thomas served as the Rolls Royce representative at Canadian Pacific Airlines and Air Canada

Joan was preceded by the passing of her husband and her daughter Susan.  Joan is survived by her sons Brian (Sharon), Thomas (Theresa), son-in-law Allan, 6 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

Joan, as a dedicated home-maker. She also worked in the post office inside Seafair Drugs and at Sears in Brighouse. Joan was artistic and creative at heart and, in her later years, dedicated herself to the creation of knitted clothes and artworks for charitable purposes.

Those who knew Joan will remember her glowing smile, her social grace and her generous heart.  At Joan’s request, no funeral services are planned.

Joan’s family wishes to thank the staff at Minoru Residences for the warm and tireless support and care that Joan received during her time there.

Donations in Joan’s memory can be made to the Richmond Hospital/Healthcare Auxiliary.

To donate by mail, please mail a cheque to:

The Richmond Hospital/Healthcare Auxiliary,

7000 Westminster Highway, Richmond B.C. V6X 1A2

To donate online, please use the link below:

https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/36176