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DIANE DZIEDZIC
Born: Nov 06, 1945
Date of Passing: Apr 05, 2022
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DIANE DZIEDZIC
November 6, 1945 – April 5, 2022
Our hearts are broken to announce the passing of Diane Dziedzic after a courageous fight with brain cancer.
Diane is survived by her husband Frank, daughters, Dana (Walter) Stewart, grandsons, Duncan and Cameron; and daughter Darci (Ken) Loehmer, granddaughters, Ella and Alexa; her mother Martha Charison; sisters, Linda (Bun) Baxter, Shelly Eros, Candy (Herb) Laszchuk and Kathy (Doug Bottrell) Cockerill and their families. Her memory will be cherished by her large extended Dziedzic family.
Predeceased by her father Oscar Marcil and son Bobby Speek.
Diane was born in 1945 and raised in the bog on the farm and spent most of her adult life there too. School was at Good Hope, Gunton and Teulon, where she is remembered as the girl with great baseball skills, spunk, rosy cheeks and a smile on her face.
She was a young single parent and she soon lost Bobby to a heart defect. She met Frank at Crabby Steve's dance hall, marrying in 1968. Diane was French in heritage but embraced Frank's Ukrainian roots when she married into a family with 23 children.
Mom and Dad were a team, on the farm and off. Their first home was tiny, no indoor plumbing. As the farm grew in Komarno so did their family. In 1978 Diane's father Oscar passed away and they moved back to the bog near Balmoral and started Oak Hammock Ranch, a large cow/calf operation, with gorgeous hay fields. Diane was a true farm wife - she ran the house, the books and took care of us all. From running for parts and making meals, she was an equal part to their success.
As hard as they worked, they made time for family and fun. They had a cottage in Petersfield, close enough that we could run back to the farm. They retired in Wytewold, building their dream home. They always had a camper or motorhome, ready for any fishing or road trip. For over 20 years August long weekend was at WE Fest in Detroit Lakes, with Eddie and Helen and so many friends.
Mom didn't embrace technology, never had a computer, cell phone or even an answering machine. But what she could accomplish with a phone book and land line was amazing. She helped plan the Veselka Ukrainian dance trips and competitions. She was always up for an adventure. With a map and a cooler, they'd let the road take them.
Family was most important to mom. She was always so proud of her girls and grandkids. She was who we called first with the good news and the bad. She always saw the positive in every situation and never dwelled on the bad. Life was too short. Mom loved to collect antiques and decorate. Give her a couple hours at an auction sale, she could always find a treasure. She had an amazing green thumb, winning awards with her show stopping gardens. She volunteered for years looking after the flowers at Rosewood Lodge.
Mom loved to travel and hated the cold so every winter was somewhere warm. Mexico for many years and then 15 years in Pine to Palm in Texas. But mom was just as happy with a weekend trip to Grand Forks with her girlfriends, where the shopping, beers and laughs were plentiful. Mom and dad made lifelong friends on their travels and stayed in touch with so many. She even played matchmaker with several couples, bringing Saskatchewan and Alberta farmers to meet her friends, and they ended up marrying a few of them!
Lions Manor in Stonewall has been their last home, and in Diane style she loved to go downstairs for coffee and make new friends. Diane was the most authentic person, never looking to impress. She was honest, opinionated and could tell a great story. The rosier her cheeks, the better the story after a couple of Coors Light.
Growing up she always said, I'm not your friend - I'm your mom. Sorry mom, this is the only time you failed. You ended up being our best friend. Our family has been blessed and our lives will never be the same without you. Mom, you will live on in our hearts and memories forever.
If friends so desire donations can be made to the Interlake Community Foundation, Box 1575, Stonewall, MB R0C 2Z0.
A Celebration of Life was held on Friday, April 8 at the Teulon Rockwood Centennial Centre.
Ken Loehmer Funeral Services
204-886-0404
Publish Date: Apr 9, 2022
DIANE DZIEDZIC
November 6, 1945 – April 5, 2022
Our hearts are broken to announce the passing of Diane Dziedzic of Stonewall after a courageous fight with brain cancer.
Diane is survived by her husband Frank, daughters: Dana (Walter) Stewart, grandsons, Duncan and Cameron, and daughter Darci (Ken) Loehmer, granddaughters, Ella and Alexa; her mother Martha Charison; sisters, Linda (Bun) Baxter, Shelly Eros, Candy (Herb) Laszchuk and Kathy (Doug Bottrell) Cockerill and their families. Her memory will be cherished by her large extended Dziedzic family.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, April 8 at the Teulon Rockwood Centennial Centre, 14 Main Street, Teulon at 11:00 a.m.
Ken Loehmer Funeral Services
204-886-0404
Publish Date: Apr 6, 2022
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 06, 2022, Apr 09, 2022
Condolences & Memories (13 entries)
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My condolences to the entire Dziedzic family as I know how close and loving you all are. Diane, always with a smile, always welcoming. I remember playing baseball at the farm before the bonfires on long weekends. Any time spent in her presence made for wonderful memories. - Posted by: Linda Stephen (Family Friend) on: Apr 29, 2022
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Our heartfelt condolences go out to Frank and Family, Betty & I are very saddened to learn of Diane’s passing, May God Rest Her Soul. We have the fondest memories of Diane & Frank’s neighbour hood Christmas parties where we met so many of our fellow residents along Gimli Rd and together enjoyed Diane’s fabulous array of Ukrainian Food and the wonderful people and conversations that were generated by this wonderful Party. We are so very grateful to have known Diane and and to have experienced those great Dziedzic hosted Christmas Parties. Frank, each Christmas Season, we reminisce of those wonderful years we lived in Whytewold and of you and Diane. - Posted by: Laurence Russin (Village of Dunnottar, Whytewold Neighbours) on: Apr 13, 2022
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Extending our deepest sympathy to Frank Dziedzic and family on Diane's passing. Thank you for sharing this wonderful tribute! Diane was quite a force and it's evident that she touched alot of lives along the way! Wishing you all peace and comfort in the days ahead! Lynda Ruban staff & friends at the HSC Foundation - Posted by: Lynda Ruban (staff at Health Sciences Centre Foundation) on: Apr 11, 2022
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Our sincere condolences to Frank and family. Always enjoyed picking up the chickens in the fall Frank. Louise and Don Pickering - Posted by: Don & Louise Pickering (Friends. (Sharon Fox's brother and sister in law.) on: Apr 09, 2022
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Sorry for your loss. I have good memories of walking over from my cottage to yours & playing with Darci & Dana. I always felt welcomed ❤️ - Posted by: Melodee (pistun) O’Neil (Cottage friend with Dana & Darci) on: Apr 09, 2022
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To Frank and all the family. Deepest Condolences RIP Diane Our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Paul an Bev Dziedzic (Related ) on: Apr 09, 2022
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We met Diane and Frank during their time in Pine to Palm Park in Weslaco, Texas. They are two of the kindest people we have ever met. It was an honour to be counted as a friend. Diane was always upbeat and we enjoyed the opportunity to get together with them. She will be missed immensely by all who knew her. Our sincere condolences to Frank and the rest of Diane's family. May she rest in peace. - Posted by: Ken & Terry Thomson (Friends) on: Apr 07, 2022
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Please accept our sincerest condolences. May she RIP and may you be comforted by all your wonderful family memories. - Posted by: Janice Morin Fred West (Acquaintance ) on: Apr 06, 2022
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So very sorry to hear of Diane passing. Our paths crossed many years ago when Mom and Dad lived in Teulon. My Deepest Sympathy to Frank and all of Diane families. Deanna Pringle (Drohomereski) - Posted by: Deanna Pringle (Friend of the family ) on: Apr 06, 2022
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To Frank and Family. Dian was a special person in everyone’s life that she touched. Our Condolences. - Posted by: Margie & Jim Murdock (P 2 P friends ) on: Apr 06, 2022
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I got to know Diane and Frank through the Veselka Dance Club and enjoyed our time together on the many trips the Club went on. So many good memories. My condolences to the family.. - Posted by: Aileen Tycholis (Friend) on: Apr 06, 2022
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We met Frank and Diane upon their arrival to Pine to Palm Resort Park in Weslaco, Texas. Two fun loving people devoted to each other and always willing to help or involve others where ever possible. Dianne lived her life to the fullest and did so ever mindful of making others enjoy theirs. She talked often about her girls and grandchildren and obviously had a great love for them. She teased Frank, told many stories about him but admired him to no end as did he about her. Our deepest sympathy to you Frank and your family. Art & Fran Majkut - Posted by: Art & Fran Majkut (Friends) on: Apr 06, 2022
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We first met Diane and Frank through their close friends Stan and Sharon Fox. Immediately they impressed as as fun loving, caring people who cherished their family and friends. We never met anyone who loved a good joke or enjoyed a laugh as much as Diane. Diane was a very informed woman who we know managed her life as well as her family well. Frank we know adored her and we felt he always treated her as a queen as well as their girls. She always kept Frank in line. We enjoyed their company for many years in Mexico before they departed to Texas. Wherever Diane went they always established new friendships. We will miss her deeply. Our sincere condolences to Frank and family. Marlene and Russ Muth. - Posted by: Russ & Marlene Muth (Friends) on: Apr 06, 2022
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