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M. DIANE MAXWELL
Date of Passing: Nov 30, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryM. DIANE MAXWELL Diane Maxwell passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 30, 2013, with family by her side, at Riverview Health Centre after a crazy battle with cancer. She was 67. Left to mourn Diane's memory are her children Rob (Chris) Crowley of Saint John, NB, Lori (Angelo) Santoro of Winnipeg, MB, Jeff (Kerry) Lavigne of Smiths Falls, ON and Jason (Deanne) Lavigne of Calgary, AB; the lights in her eyes, her grandchildren Shaun, Aaron, Lee, Olivia, Jordan, Mikayla, Craig, Jesse and Zachary. She was predeceased by the love of her life Jim in 2010. Diane was born in Saint John, NB. She moved to Winnipeg in 1979 and lived both there and in Portage la Prairie over the years. She worked at K-Mart, Reitmans and Ardene where she was a store and district manager until her retirement in the fall of 2011. Diane enjoyed the time she and Jim spent at Miller's Campground. They loved happy hour, campfires and potlucks with their special group of friends. Diane loved to travel and cherished her many trips to Mexico, Cuba, Arizona, Western Canada and trips to her birthplace in eastern Canada. In recent years, she greatly enjoyed trips to Thief River Falls with friends and family. In 2010, Diane battled breast cancer and more recently an aggressive colon cancer. She fought both with strength, courage and humour like no other. She was a hero to her children and an inspiration to all who knew her. At Diane's request, there will be no funeral. She and Jim will be placed in their final resting place together. The family wishes to thank: the amazing staff at 3E Riverview Health Centre who not only took such great care of Mom, but also of them; her many care providers at CancerCare Manitoba especially Oncologist Dr. Ralph Wong and nurse Erin; the angels in the St. Boniface chemo room; and Mom's family doctor Ken Parker in Portage la Prairie. The family would also like to thank her many friends who stood by her in the good times and the bad whether it was a visit, phone call, ride, card or meal. All were cherished and enriched her life. Flowers are respectfully declined. If you wish to make a donation in her memory, please donate to a charity of your choice. Wojcik's Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 2157 Portage Avenue, 204-897-4665, is in care of arrangements. wojciksfuneralchapel.com "Your memory is our keepsake, with which we'll never part, God has you in His keeping, We have you in our hearts."
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 07, 2013
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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We will always remember the happy times we spent with Diane, Jim and the family in P.E.I. and in Winnipeg. Diane and Jim were the best of friends and we will miss them both. Our condolences go out to the family. - Posted by: Don and Faye Leaman (Good Friends) on: Dec 10, 2013
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Was absolutely floored to hear of Diane's passing! I worked with Diane for almost 12 years at Ardene, she was like a 2nd mom to me, saw me through bad and good times! A true inspiration I will never forget! My deepest sympathies to her family! - Posted by: Amanda McKay (Long time co worker/friend) on: Dec 09, 2013
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My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.. I am very sad to hear that she passed. She was my manager at Ardene and as years grew working with her I became very close to her. She was like my other mom.. She was always happy even through her struggles. I am very grateful for knowing her and working with her.. Prayers and my thoughts are with the family :( - Posted by: dayna white (friend ) on: Dec 09, 2013
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I'm sorry to hear about the passing of Diane. She was a fabulous boss and a good friend. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this difficult time. - Posted by: Stephanie (Previous co-worker) on: Dec 09, 2013
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Our thoughts, prayers and condolences go out to all of you. We are grateful to have known your mom. She was a very strong and courageous woman. We had some good conversations and laughter during our family dinners and special holidays. She was very sweet and thoughtful to our family. She was Grandma Diane to my boys. We will miss her very much. Our deepest sympathy. Love Maria, Ed, Austin & Liam. - Posted by: Maria & Ed Searles () on: Dec 09, 2013
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I am grateful to have known Jim and Diane..Jim was a truely happy Bus Driver that was enjoyable to work with and Diane was a wonderful friend and crafter that had laughs and a way of life I hope to follow. May her pain be gone and she be with Jim. - Posted by: Denyse Jack (Crafter's Hand) (Friend) on: Dec 08, 2013
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My sympathy to Diane's family. I worked with Jim at the school division, and also camped at Miller's. The commitment Jim & Diane shared was one to be admired. So sorry for your loss.L - Posted by: Marilyn Bachalo () on: Dec 08, 2013
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My thoughts, prayers and condolences go out to all of you Lori, Jeff and Jason. Your mom was a terrific person with a golden heart. I am sincerely very sorry for your loss. - Posted by: richard kozar () on: Dec 08, 2013
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Lori, I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your dear mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. - Posted by: Donna Wolkenstein (nee Kozar) () on: Dec 08, 2013
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