Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 12:00 a.m.
Joan Senneker
1956 – 2025
Joan called southern Alberta home during her life, living in Foremost, Vauxhall, Duchess and Lethbridge. She was a loving devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, teacher and friend, whose life was defined by the person of Jesus, whose love, peace and joy radiated through her in the service to others.
Joan called southern Alberta home during her life, living in Foremost, Vauxhall, Duchess and Lethbridge. She was a loving devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, teacher and friend, whose life was defined by the person of Jesus, whose love, peace and joy radiated through her in the service to others.
Joan was predeceased by her father, Gordon Nicoll; mother Helen Nicoll (Martens); and her grandson Trustin Senneker. She is survived by her loving husband, Dirk Senneker; her brothers, Bruce Nicoll (Marian), and Bill Nicoll; sister Gail Knoepfle (Dan); and her four cherished children: Aaron Senneker (Jackie), Stephanie Monalo (Jonzoon), Jessica Ripplinger (Mike) and Daniel Senneker (Rachel). Joan was also an adoring grandmother to Maui, Messien, Lakey, Norah, Chay, Gabriel, Everly and Lancelot.
Joan served as an elementary teacher in Hays and Vauxhall, AB, before meeting the romantic love of her life Dirk Senneker, they married on July 24th 1982 (43 years). After having children and moving to Duchess AB, Joan transitioned to homeschooling her four children for many years before returning to teach in the schools. In 2015, both Joan and Dirk fully retired and moved to Lethbridge where she enjoyed riding bike, attending Bible study, playing piano, worshiping Jesus, baking, cooking and hosting family events in her home.
Joan was a Godly woman, whose life reflected the character of her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, spending many Sundays playing piano and singing on the worship team at Third Day Church in Lethbridge. Her faith was evident not just in speech but also in action as a dedicated prayer warrior, with her good friend and prayer partner Lynda Shimoda, diligently lifting up their community and interceding on behalf of many.
Her legacy of faith and love in her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ will live on for generations as a great inheritance to them. As she would often quote, Psalms 16:6, “the boundary lines have fallen on pleasant places; surely I have a delightful inheritance.” As well as Psalms 46:10 “be still and know that I am God.”
A Celebration of Joan’s life will be announced in the spring of 2026.
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My sincere condolences to Dirk, his family and loved ones with the passing of your beloved Joan. My prayers for each of you as you grieve her loss. God bless you.
Dirk and Family, Chris and I offer our sincere condolences. Joan was so kind and we were blessed to know her. May Jesus surround you and bring you comfort.
To Dirk & family. I am shocked and sad to hear of Joan's sudden death. She was a roommate and friend of mine in the late 1970's. May God give you comfort at this difficult time. Sincerely, Shirley (Olfert) Vanderveen
Dear Dirk, my sincere condolences. I’m friends with Joan’s sister, Gail. I’ve been praying for Joan. I’m so happy she got to spend time with her newest grand baby, and daughter. Answer to prayer, Thank you Jesus. Sending you all prayers and a comfort that only God can give. What a treasure of memories you hold! Continuing to pray for your sweet family.
To Dick and family, The news of Joan’s passing was so unexpected, after visiting with her frequently while passing on the pathways at Henderson. She was always so kind and happy to visit. Our family are sending sincere condolences to you all!
I Corinthians 8:3 NKJV But if anyone loves God, this one is known by Him. Joan was a Trooper, strong in Faith, she radiated a lot of love. Her battle was short, the Lord rewarded her with Eternal Life. She will be remembered as a very kind and loving person. Our condolences go to Dirk my friend, and all his family members. Rest in Peace Joan.
Dirk and kids, we are truly sorry for your loss, may the Lord comfort you during this time. Joan was such a sweet person and will be missed by many.
Dirk and kids- we are so sorry to hear about Joan. Praying the Lord will comfort you during this time. She was such a sweet lady and will be missed by many.
Dirk Senneker, We were shocked and saddened to hear of Joans passing. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Dirk and family I'm very sorry to hear of Joan passing You have my sincerest sympathy and prayers