Joyce Eva Mingo – age 89 of Truro

A much-loved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend passed away November 8, 2023 in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Tatamagouche, she was a daughter of the late Leslie and Viola (Baillie) Langille.

Joyce was a well-known hairdresser in the Truro area for many years operating White Lantern Beauty Salon. She was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 26 Ladies Auxiliary and was an avid bowler, Toronto Blue Jays fan and was an excellent baker. Joyce was a big fan of Christmas, with her home always being well decorated for the season. She a regular Tim Hortons customer, always enjoying a good cup of coffee with friends.

Joyce is survived by her daughters, Donna Lee Mingo, Halifax; Carla (Kevin) McNutt, Murray Siding; grandchildren, Jennifer (John) Wladyko, Edmonton, Alta, Michael (Stephanie) McNutt, Truro; great grandchildren, Zander Pearce, Liam and Carter Wladyko and Tanner McNutt; sister, Velma McKenzie, Moncton; sister-in-law, Janice (Warren) Jollimore; brother-in-law, Al Symes as well as many nieces and nephews.

Along with her parents, she was predeceased by her beloved husband, Wyman Mingo in 2015; granddaughter, Michelle Pearce; sisters, Irene (Cy) Langille and Lee Rae.

There will be no visitation by request. A Graveside Committal Service will be held in The Falls Cemetery on Sunday, November 12 at 1:30pm with Rev. Connie McNamara officiating. A Reception will follow at Joyce's home on Evergreen Drive in Princeton Heights.

A special thank you to the Palliative Care Unit of CEHHC especially Dr. Kelly and Dr. Henderson as well as to the housekeeping staff for their compassion and care.

Donations in her memory may be made to Colchester Legion Branch 26 or First United Church, Truro.

A rrangements have been entrusted to Coulter's Funeral Home in Tatamagouche.