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With sadness, we announce the passing of Joan, who was born on 4 April, 1935 and passed away on 26 May 2026 in Carinya, Myrtle Bank, South Australia.
Joan will be remembered as the loved wife of Max, with their marriage lasting for 70 years and being the foundation of their loving family life. Joan was the daughter of Leslie Sampson and Sylvia Sampson (nee Turner) and sister to John Sampson. Also remembered is her elder sister, known as Dawn, who passed away at birth.
Joan was mother to Peter, Andrea and Bobbie (Carolyn) and mother in law to Jude, Jon, Philippe, Scott and Roger.
She was also grandmother to Will and Bridgette, Alice and Ben, David and Tunde, Rebekah and Will, Madi and James, Thomas and Ebony, Josh and Siya, Lucy and Lucas, Zeke and Paige.
In turn, these families have given Joan plenty of beautiful great grandchildren. Basil, Otis, Alana, Emmett, Riley, Kennedy, Sadie, Max and Rose.
Joan was a Dancer and Callisthenics Teacher, Painter, Women's Club Host, Golfer, Crocheter, Seamstress, Organist, Friend and Caravanner, and so much more.
Joan and Max lived together in Glengowrie, Oaklands Park, Flagstaff Hill, Highgate, Victor Harbor, Happy Valley, Blackwood and returned to Glengowrie in 2023, making many friends in each location and each stage of life.
Joan's passing leaves a space that cannot be filled. The memories, lessons and moments we shared with her, will remain in our hearts. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.
Privately Cremated
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Max Brown would like to inform you that his beloved wife Joan of 70 years, passed away peacefully Tuesday 26th May 2026 aged 91.
Lovingly remembered for her support to Max and Lumley's and her help with boardroom lunches.
Comments:
John McDonald
What a lovely looking couple. Commiserations
Elizabeth Bain
My sincere condolences to Max and his family. Joan was such a lovely person. Xx
Janet Noble
Joan was a lovely lady. Sympathy to Mr Brown and family. Jan Mudge (Noble). Motor Claims Bordereau.
Anne Beasley
Would someone please pass on my condolences to Max
Trevor Johnson
RIP Joan
Such a lovely lady
Sympathy to Mr Brown and all the family.
Sad news
Charmaine Noble
Sincere condolences to Max and his family on hearing this very sad news 😓
Maree Pilmore
My sincerest condolences for you all at this time. 🙏 🕯
(70 years married 🧡)
Gilly Greaves
Lovely people. Very sad news
Tony Phillips
Lovely people, deepest condolences to the family.🌹🌹🌹
Kerry Bowden
Our sincerest condolences Mr Brown how wonderful to have had those wonderful years of love together with Joan and your families ❤️
Phil & Kerry Bowden xx
Brenton Costello
Deepest condolences from the Costello family
Geoff Chatfield
Much love to Max, Peter, Bobbie, Andrea and families, lots of loving memories of Joan.😰
Barbara Thiele
So sorry to hear this. Regardless of their age, we never want them to go.
Jane Davey
So sad to hear this. Joan was a lovely, warm, kind lady. Sending much love to Max and all the family ❤️
Jan Symons
Deepest sympathy to Mr Brown and family on the passing of his beloved Joan x
Viv Cunningham
To dear Max and family. Our sincere sympathies to you and your family as you grieve for dear Joan.
Many happy memories of Lumleys office functions and visits to the office by Joan. Our thoughts and love are with you all. Viv and Rod Cunningham.
Julie Wedge
Deepest sympathy to Max and his family on the passing of Joan. Such a lovely couple with fond memories.
Pam McAuley
Thinking of you and your loved ones during this difficult time
Peter Barfoot
My sincerest condolences to Max and family.
Lyndy Dawson
Such sad news, sending my love and thoughts to you and your family Mr. Brown (Lyndy Taylor) xxx
Wendy Ormsby
So sorry to hear this sad news. Strength and love to you Mr Brown at this difficult time. Joan was certainly the love of your life......such a kind, caring and loving lady. Love to all your family 🌹
Sandra Jupe
Heartfelt sympathy to Max and his family on Joan's passing. Joan was a lovely lady.
Robyn Peters
Condolences to you and your family
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