Joan (Boyce) Chesney

Joan (Boyce) Chesney of Seaforth passed away at Seaforth Community Hospital on Sept. 3, 2025, at the age of 83. 

 

The beloved wife of the late Bill Chesney (2023) for 59 years, Joan was the cherished mother of Harold and Deb Chesney of Seaforth, and Laura and George Collins of Brucefield. She was the adored grandma of Sadie and Quinn, and will be fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews, and cousins. 

 

Joan was predeceased by her parents, Ed and Mary (Munn) Boyce, and siblings-in-law Harold Chesney (Alma), Peggy Lemon (Cecil), Pearson “Perk” Chesney (Fern), Margaret McKilligan (Art), and Dorothy Clark (Jack). 

 

Joan made Seaforth her lifelong home. She dedicated much of her career to caring for others as a nurse at Seaforth Community Hospital and Seaforth Medical Centre, where her compassion and commitment touched countless lives. Beyond her work, she remained deeply involved in the community through the Seaforth Community Hospital Auxiliary, the Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation, and Huron Hospice; always offering her time and energy wherever it was needed. Joan will be remembered for her generosity of spirit, her willingness to lend a helping hand, and the many ways she gave of herself to others. 

 

Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Joan’s life was held at the Seaforth Legion on Monday, Sept. 8. A private family interment will be held at Maitlandbank Cemetery in Seaforth. 

 

Donations to the Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family. 

 

Online condolences may be forwarded online at haskettfh.com.