McGowan (Johnston) - The funeral of Mrs Joan Mabel McGowan (Johnston) of Walpa will leave Our Chapel, 613 Main Street, Bairnsdale, after a service commencing at 2.00pm on Friday (Jun. 12th), for the Bairnsdale Cemetery. Joan’s funeral service will be streamed here. McGowan (Johnston) - Joan Mabel of Walpa. Passed away peacefully on 5th June 2026, aged 92 years. Dearly loved wife of Neal (dec.). Loving mother of Loray, Pauline and Jackie. Adored grandma of Russell, Kristin and Jordan; Sharni, Bree and Alanna; Adam and Jamie. Proud ‘GG’ of Preston, Holley, and Effie; Matilda, Oliver, Jasmin; Sophie, Howard, and Rex. Cherished ‘GGG’ of Banjo. Loved sister of David (Crockett). Special mum of Paul and Michael. Forever in our hearts.