Sheehan, Joanne Audrey, Age 60, of New Harbour, peacefully passed away in Guysborough Memorial Hospital on Thursday, October 23, 2014 with her loving family by her side. She was the beloved wife of 41 years to Daniel, loving mother to Daniel (Ashley), Greenwood and Gerald (Krista), Fall River.  Joanne’s pride and joy were her 5 grandchildren, whom she will hold close to her heart forever, Ryley, Cole, Owen, Cali and Luke. Born in New Glasgow, she was a daughter of Lillian (Wright) and the late Ross Simms.   After graduating from NSCC with a secretarial diploma, Joanne began her working life by travelling to Pine Point N.W.T where she worked and lived for four years.  She returned home to New Harbour in 1979 and shortly after seeing her children to school, she began her career with W.T. Grover Fisheries.   She recently retired after 25 wonderful years with the Grover family.  Joanne made an impact in the community she loved by being with Scouts Canada for 25 years as cub Master "Baloo" and Assistant District Commissioner for the area.  She could be found volunteering at the community hall, church and contributed to many social events with her warm smile and willingness to help out.  Joanne was also a member of the Church Of The Good Shepherd, holding the office position of treasurer, a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Tor Bay Branch #117. She has left a lasting memory on all those whom she met.  She loved spending time with her family at the camp on Ocean Lake, camping during the summer months, never missed an activity her boys participated in.  Joanne thoroughly enjoyed having a cup of tea with her friends and family. Besides her parents, she is survived by brothers George (Dot) Simms, Kenzieville, John (Edna) Simms, New Harbour; Sisters,  Sherry Burke, Dartmouth, Lori (Danny) Sangster, New Harbour and Susan (Tyson) Gerrior,  Blue Mountain;  her special nephew Robert as he always called her 2mom.  She was predeceased by a sister Rebecca in infancy. Visitation will be held in the Church of the Good Shepherd, Tor Bay, NS on Sunday, October 26 from 2pm to 4pm and 7pm to 9pm and from where funeral service will be held on Monday, October 27 at 11am with Rev. Darroch Fagan officiating.  Burial will be in Heatherdale Memorial Gardens, Sylvester, Pictou Co, NS.  Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Church of the Good Shepherd or the charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements are under the dignified and compassionate care of G.W. Giffin Funeral Home, Country Harbour. Online condolences may be made at: www.gwgiffin.com