Your mom was a delight to be with and we loved her. Her sense of humour was so fun and we loved the discussions we had with her. She was a wonderful supporter of the church at St. Clair and she will be long remembered as a outstanding member of our church. Our condolences to you as a family and you will be in our prayers.
Joyce was such a joy and an inspiration. She always put Jesus first and lived a life that displayed Jesus in her actions and words. Joyce had a great voice and many times she would sing at St. Clair Evangelical Missionary Church. She was a shining light in a world that needs hope. She was a mentor to many people. My prayers are with the Toop family.
While we are deeply saddened to learn of the Home-Going of this radiant gift to us all - and our dear friend - Joyce Toop - we rejoice with her family and many friends in the certain knowledge of her welcome into the glories of her eternal home with the greeting - "Well Done - Good and Faithful Servant"! - Joyce's warmth of personality - her humor, her sense of class and style - her wonderful musical ability - her love for the ecclesia - and her love for her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, lit up every room she entered - and she was loved by all who knew her. - Farewell dear friend - until we meet again! - Wes and Peggy
I played piano and sang with the "Gosplight Trio" along with Jean Hunt back in the 60's and 70's as well as the Commissionaires! Joyce was a dear friend and a great "Counsellor". In my darkest hours she was the one who could see I was struggling and counselled me on a desperate situation. But for that I don't know where I would be today! She could sense when someone needed guidance, help, understanding and love and I could talk to her about my situation where I could not with my family and/or friends! I always admire how beautiful she always looked, how calm she was in any situation (and we sure had our moments of "what do we do now" when we were singing out of town, etc. Some moments we could laugh about later (like when she thought at 8 months pregnant it would be OK for her to change her dress behind her car in a big parking lot up near Snug Harbour!!) Joyce was a very special lady and I will never forget her kindness, love and guidance!! We will meet again!!!