CASORSO, JOAN June 26 1928 - February 14, 2014 Joan made the final journey to join her beloved Husband Victor on February 14, 2014. We are comforted with the knowledge that after a Valentine dinner the two will again be off on their next great adventure. Joan's passing leaves a hole in the hearts of her family, friends and the community. She was born in Calgary Alberta, daughter of Ernest and Margaret Macintosh, the family moved to Trail where she grew up and was schooled. After high school she trained as a nurse, that career was to be short and in 1952 she married Victor and moved to Oliver. Their first home was an apartment above the Fire hall where Joan would open the doors for the firemen when the alarm went off at night. The young Couple flourished in our growing community and their love and dedication has been infused into many organizations as witnessed by the number of life memberships they have in many of our volunteer groups. Joan and Victor were honoured with the citizen of the year award in 1996 recognizing their contribution to the community. Joan was laid to rest as she lived, surrounded by family. She will be missed by her children David (Wanda) Casorso, Stanley (Debra) Casorso, Ronald (Ruth) Casorso, Jo-Anne (Alexander "Sandy") Emerson, 11 Grand Children Dean, Steven, Greg, Travis, Amanda, Michael, Jennifer, Jeremy, Dominic, Samantha, Kevin, 4 Great Grand Children - Makayla, Nolan, Jessica and Harley. I know Mom would have wanted to say goodbye and thank you to all her family and friends but there just wasn't time as she had a Valentine dinner date. So from her to all those that have a piece of her in their hearts goodbye and thank you for everything. Our lives and community have been enriched by her presence and she will continue to live in the hearts of all those she has touched. A celebration of Joan's life will be held Saturday March 1, 2:00 pm at the Oliver Alliance Church. Donations to Sunnybank Ladies Auxiliary (Gardens), 6553 Park Drive, Oliver, BC V0H 1T4 in lieu of flowers. Condolences may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com