Words can not describe the loss i feel, i had the pleasure of Diane’s company every Friday for over twenty years. We have had so many talks and laughs and even tears in this time! Living across the street from her was always a plus because we would watch anything that might go on around us. I have many pleasant memories of Di but the one that touched my heart the most was just a few weeks back. She called me to go up to the hospital to do her hair and the whole time i was there all she did was compliment me and thank me for something i have done so easily for so long! Getting her hair washed and set that day made her feel like i had given her a million dollars. I would have done anything for Diane and i believe she knew it seeing that i would put her down in my appointment book for 1 o’clock and 3 o’clock depending which one her schedule fell on! She was one of the hardest works i new, i would bug her all the time to retire but i don’t think she would have been happy. She loved working, she complained to many but i knew the real Di and she loved being needed! She was there when both my kids were born and even there to drive my husband to the hospital when i was in labor! My house was her house and we did what ever we could for each other. She was my customer yes but much more then that she was my friend, my mother when i needed her to be! always a helping hand and there when I needed her! I’m having a hard time looking out my window because my eyes automatically go to her window and to see if her car was home! I will still buy you your wolves and animal calender in memory of you and how much you appreciated such a small token of my affection! Larry and Kathleen you both have been apart of my life because your mother updated me on both of your lives! She loved you both so very much and her grand kids! I love you Lady Di and i will miss you terribly. I can’t even fathom not seeing you on my Friday’s anymore. You have touched my soul and helped me stay in business all these years because you told everyone ” go to Jody she’s the best hairstylist ever” I had many new clients because of you….thank you for always loving me back! Rest in peace my dear friend and i will see you again someday! All my love Jody and Nathanial and Mckayla….WE LOVE YOU

After over two years of my grandmother’s passing, I still find it hard to think that she is truly gone. I only just came across this wonderful website earlier today, and reading all of the condolences and stories about my precious grandmother brings tears and joy to my eyes. People have always told me what a remarkable woman my grandmother was, and I believed them. I was not aware though of how many lives she touched, even in the littlest aspects. My grandmother Diane was a very hard working lady and she always pushed herself to help others in any way that she could. Reading the condolences about when she visited the Legion, or about her working at the hospital, it is evident of how amazing and sweet she was. She put her heart and soul into everything that she did. I don’t think she would have ever stopped working even if she had lived to be 90. That was just the type of person she was. She enjoyed interacting with everyone she met. My fondest memories with her were visiting her every March Break and every summer for one week all the way from Orangeville, where I currently live. Even though there was a considerable amount of distance between us, we were extremely close and loving. We would go blueberry picking (despite the fact that me and my twin sister Jessica hated the huge flies in the forests hehe), we would drive the ten or so minutes down to Swastika to feed the ducks and seagulls that cooled off in the pond during the summer months, go tubing or swimming, or even just stay in and play cards. No matter what we did when we visited, it always put a smile on my grandmother’s face, and the unconditional love that she had for us was clearly shown. We were her everything, Jessica, Brandon, Nicholas, and I. She always tried to see us happy. How I miss watching the Olympics on her television, or playing cards in her small dining area. How I miss arriving at the front of her apartment, climbing up the steps leading up to her doorway, and seeing my grandmother’s face every summer. Two years later, I still think about her. I miss her more than ever. I don’t think I will ever get over the sudden death of one of the most remarkable woman that I have ever known. She was, and still is, my inspiration. I know she has no more pain now. I know she’s in a better place. And I know that she is my remarkable angel, making sure I’m behaving and living my life to the fullest. I can picture her here as I’m writing this, and smiling at all the things that I have accomplished in my short life. I see her smiling down at me, encouraging me to continue to pursue my dreams and marvelling at how strong and hard working I am, just like her. I guess the apple doesn’t fall too far from the tree. Thank you for being an extraordinary person grandma. I will continue to think about you and try to make you proud in all that I do. I miss you tremendously, but I’ll love you forever and always.

Kathy, My Family & I would like to offer our thoughts & prayers to you and your family at this time of sorrow. Your mother is in a better place with no suffering…..just eternal joy. Embrace the happy memories that you and your family had with her and always know that she is with God now and forever. Chris & Annabelle Mancenido

My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. Mothers memories never forgettable.

Kathy and family I AM so sorry to hear about your mother, i am thinking of you and my priers are with you and your family in this terrible time, wish i was there to support you from Nathalie and Yvan

Kathy we just heard about your mom, we are so sorry and we want you to know that we are thinking of you and what you must be going through right now. Please accept our condolences. We can imagine how difficult this must be for you Kathy.

Kathy, very sad to hear this precious loss. Loosing a parent is difficult to bear. My condolences during these moments of grief and pray and wish you gather strength to face this difficult time. Gurmeet

Kathy and David, My deepest sympathy for this great loss….May God bless her soul and keep her memories in your heart and mind for ever. Fadl

Dear Kathy and Family, My heart goes out to you. I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother. I know how close you were to her even though there was distance in miles between you both. Hold on to the great times and keep the wonderful memories you both had close to you … she will always be with you. My deepest condolences to you and your family.

Hi Kathy an family, my deepest condolences, losing a parent is one of the toughest things in life’s journey, but she has now gone to a better place..may your mom and her whole family have love, peace, joy and laughter eternally..

You will be missed but your spirit will live on. Gonna miss you my dear.

I will miss you so very much but i know you are at peace! To Kathleen and Larry and family my deepest sympathy. Good bye my friend…love you forever

I worked with Diane for many years in Health Records. I have always known her to be a kind hearted person. She was also a great ticket seller! I am sure there are many groups in town who will miss her efforts on their behalf. You will be missed Diane. I never thought when I last spoke with you such a short time ago that it would be our last conversation.

Jerri and Gary, so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Please accept our sincere condolences in the loss of Diane. We had the pleasure of working with Diane at the Kirkland and District Hospital and prior to our move to North Bay, I had been her manager for several years while she was at Central Registry. She was a very dedicated employee and she was an avid fundraiser, never letting anyone walk by without offering them the chance to purchase a ticket for whatever the cause was at the time. I regret that I did not become aware of her passing in time to attend her funeral service. Sincerely, Kathy and Jim McLenaghan

Dear Family and Friends of Diane I wish to express my sincerest sympathy in the loss of your Mom and friend, she will be deeply missed. May God Bless. May your fond memories be the healing that helps at this difficult time. Sincerely Sylvia

My sympathy to Diane’s family. I am presently in the south and was shocked to hear of her passing.Diane was a hardworking fundraiser for the Kdh Foundation and I always enjoyed working with her.I will miss her strong sense of character!