My soulmate has flown away, far, far, from my view.
But all the things we did together, I can still feel and see that it’s you.
Hold on for a while and visit with your pets, family and friends.
My time is not done here, but when it is, I’ll be there to hold you when it
ends.
Dianne passed away peacefully early Friday morning at home, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. She was born in Coleman Alberta to Neil and Margaret Fleming and moved to Victoria at the age of six. Dianne is predeceased by her sister Catherine and her brothers Bob and Jack.
Dianne was married on November 19, 1966 at the age of 19 to her first Husband Malcolm Russell and had two girls, Debbie Russell (Dale) and
Michelle (Chris) Cataneo. She gained two more girls, Tracy (Gord) Oliver and Shannon Riess (Dan) when she married John Ozard on July 10, 1982. She will miss her seven grandchildren- Brodie, Jordan, Desirae, Madison, Carson, Ella and Emily. Dianne leaves her best friend, lover and soulmate John who enjoyed 45 wonderful years with her.
Dianne attended Sir James Douglas Elementary School and graduated from Victoria High. She started full time work at B.C. Motor Vehicle Branch, then moved onto B.C. Medical, Department of Finance and Consumer Taxation (Supervisor 15 years) before retiring in November 2002. After retirement she enjoyed going South for the winter months to Palm Springs and summers in BC in their Beaver Motorhome with other family and friends for many years. She also cherished her cats (Soda and Kitty) and loved to take daily walks with John and their fuzzy children Maggie (his) and Zoe (hers). She looked forward to Tuesday movie nights with family and friends, but chicken foot (game)and potluck dinners were her faves.
Our thoughts go out to our compassionate children and family members who assisted John in his care for Dianne for many years. Dianne will clearly be missed by all the lives she has touched with her great smile and humour and will be in our hearts forever!
Our Family wishes to thank her family Doctors David Bell, Sarah Chritchley and the Geriatric Speciality Services Scott Blair, Dr Merunka Mordasiewicz and Valerie Mains.
In lieu of flowers Please consider donations to the Alzheimer’s Society or to a Charity of your choice.
A Celebration of life was held on Monday, July 17, at 2:00 pm, in the Sequoia Centre, at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC.
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15 Responses
I am so sorry to see that Diane has passed away. I remember fondly of the times we got together for different occasions and remember Diane for her sense of humor and compassion. She is the love of your life and we would always see the love you and Diane have. She has an infectious smile and will always be in the hearts of friends who knew her. Our thoughts go out to you, John, and the family at this very difficult time in your lives.
John & Family,
Our sincere condolences to you and the family. Dianne has been a very dear friend. We’ve been through a lot together. She will be forever in our hearts. Will miss her dearly.
John and Family
I’m so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you all. I fondly remember her visits to Canadian Tire with John over the years. I also seen the love and care from John on her later visits ♥️
Ross Chow
John:
Very sorry to read of your recent loss of your life partner.
We offer our condolences to you and the Family.
It has been a long run since the Dockyard but we never forget the good people we meet and share time with. Those were good times and experiences.
I hope you and the Family remain well.
Barny Hiney
Dear John and Family .. I was saddened to get your call , of the passing of Diane . Our thoughts are with you and the family at this very sad time , please Cherish those memories and keep them close to your hearts forever ! We send our deepest Condolences to you all Big Hugs
Jean and Ron Port Coquitlam ..
Our hearts go out to you and the family John, our heartfelt condolences.
Dianne was a treasure who will be sorely missed.
She made the lives who knew her that much richer.
love Barbara-Jean and John
So sorry John to hear of Diannes passing. I have been so impressed with your dedication to Dianne.
Dear John and family…it was a sad day when Malcolm phoned to tell me that Dianne had passed. Knew her for so long and even before Malcolm met her thru me..She would have not been quite 15. Wow, where have those years gone? She would be so proud of all of you for the loving care you gave and tho you will have lots of tears sure there will be lots of laughs as Dianne loved that…So many years and so many memories.
Ta Ra for now old friend.
Love Mary and Family
Thoughts to you All. John, Debbie, Michelle, Tracey, Shannon and families. Keep all your many happy memories in your hearts. Dianne was such a fun sister in law! Blessings…..Susan and family.
I was so sorry to hear of Dianne’s passing, I met her in 1990 when I started at Min of Finance & knew her other (Russell) family too through a previous employer, as well as 2 of the girls worked at Canadian Tire with my husband John. Our hearts go out to you and your families.