Dianne passed away peacefully on March 10 at Royal Jubilee Hospital after battling both cancer and advanced dementia. She was born and raised in Winnipeg and also lived in Edmonton and Montreal before moving to Victoria with her family in 1977.
Dianne was predeceased by her parents, Rudy and Doris Porth; her younger brother, Lorne and her daughter, Sheila. She was passionate about her family and leaves to mourn her loving husband of over 49 years, Dennis; daughter, Dawn and grandson, Ryan, of whom she was very proud; as well as sisters in law, Cynthia Suffield (Tom) and Regina Porth; nieces and nephews, Trevor Suffield (Shoena), Kristin Suffield, Laural Porth-Jones (Richard), Greg Porth (Ali), Brock Porth (Lysa) and their families, all of Winnipeg; cousins, Beverley Cook (Tom) and Sheryl Olson (Dave) of Calgary and Sharon Walker (Frank) of Eugene OR; former son in law Mark Lindal (Jocelyn) and his daughter, Stephanie.
Dianne was an incredible wife, mother, grandmother, mother in law, daughter, sister and friend. She had a smile that lit up every room she entered. She enjoyed times spent with family and friends, and was a fabulous hostess, making everyone who came to her home feel welcome.
Dianne enjoyed many wonderful family vacations to Disney World and other places in the eastern US, the Okanagan, Hawaii, Disneyland, San Diego, Oregon and other places in the western US. She and Dennis went to Hawaii annually for over 20 years, and went to Europe and Mexico many times. Her most memorable trip was in 2014 when she and Dennis went to Australia and she fulfilled a long held dream to pet a kangaroo.
She was passionate about all her friendships, her many volunteer activities, her involvement with her sorority sisters in Beta Sigma Phi and all things to do with music, especially mentoring Ryan on the piano.
The family would like to thank all of the medical and nursing staff at 2 South-East at RJH for their outstanding care of Dianne.
There will be a celebration of life for Dianne at McCall’s Downtown, Johnson & Vancouver Streets at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, March 23, 2016 preceded by a private interment at Royal Oak Burial Park.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to a charity of your choice.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall’s Funeral Home
www.mccallbros.com
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Ethne & Roy Cullen
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Jeff & Nancy Moses Dennis, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jeff & Nancy Moses
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Dawn Gibbons Dear Dennis:
Please accept my condolences on the loss of Dianne. I know you were very devoted and that you gave her such loving care during this past year.
Please know that as you go through this time, that I will be thinking of you and wishing you strength.
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richard mark Our deepest sympathy to Dennis and family. To Dianne ALOHA’ OE (farewell to you) Richard and Paulina Mark
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Jon and Bonnie Robinson To Dennis and Family;
Please accept our condolences at this sad time upon your loss.
We remember well her kind and friendly hostings of the get togethers at your house.JOn and Bonnie Robinson.
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Ian and Maureen Maitland Maureen and I were so sorry to hear [through our neighbour Dwayne Peverett] of your recent loss of Dianne. We surely remember her as a very lovely lady with a beautiful smile and willingness to chat with us. You were both so very supportive of BCBC families and making time to be involved with the young children. We know you will miss her dearly and hope your wonderful memories will help you in the days ahead.
Maureen and Ian Maitland, Parksville
(Our young one, Robert, is now nearly 19 years old and a wee 6’4” tall!)
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Darrel and Marion Jensen Dear Dennis, Dawn and Ryan,
Sorry to hear of your loss of your beloved Dianne….We hope your fond memories of her life will help to sustain you in the coming sad times…
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Geralee Traunweiser Dear Dennis, Dawn and Ryan; Dianne’s long struggle is over and even to the end she was
always smiling and joyful. It is that which I will remember. Her love of life and for
her family shone through. Take solace in the beautiful memories. You are in my thoughts and
prayers. Her loving sister in Beta Sigma Phi. Geralee
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Russ and Genny Cape Dennis, Dawn and Ryan
The words you have chosen to describe Dianne clearly reflects the wonderful love you had for one another. Dianne always spoke about you, Dennis, Dawn and Ryan with the greatest of pride. She was fortunate to have had your love and support, always.
We are thinking about you. Russ and Genny Cape
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Judi and Jerry Woytack Dear Dennis and family….our deepest condolences to you. Diane will be sorely missed …may your sad heart be filled with happy memories. We are thinking of you during this difficult time.
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Marilyn & Don Partrick Dear Dennis, Dawn & Ryan,
Our sincere condolences at this very difficult time. Dianne will be sorely missed but may you find comfort in the fond memories you shared. We have great memories of our times spent with you.
Our thoughts are with you.
Much Love,
Marilyn & Don
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Annie Huus My deepest sympathy,thoughts and prayers are with you all ,the loss of Dianne is huge for you ,may the happy times you had together help you to get through this very difficult time.
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Jane Dunkerley Dennis, Please accept my sincere condolences. During this very difficult time, you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Jane Dunkerley
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Norrie Foote Dennis and family our prayers and best wishes are with you at this difficult time. I know that all the great memories that you will have will make it easier.
Norrie & Dawn Foote
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John and Wendy Heraghty Dennis, Dawn and Ryan
Our thoughts are with you in thus difficult, but not unexpected, time. The last year has not been easy for Dianne and her family. Now she is finally at peace. Always think of the good times when you think of her.
John and Wendy Heraghty
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Dwayne & Jane Peverett Dennis, very sorry to hear of your loss but hopefully Dianne is in a better place now as I am sure her recent times must have been very difficult for her.
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Judy Tosh Dianne’s life was an example for us all to live up to. She will be missed. I hope treasured memories will comfort you. Judy Tosh her sister in Beta Sigma Phi
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Linda and Ron Kirstein Dear Dennis, Dawn and Ryan
We are so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful Dianne; wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was so proud of her family, especially her beloved grandson Ryan. We hope that special memories will make your loss easier to bear.
Warmest wishes
Linda and Ron Kirstein
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Bob & Donna Brandle In a word “grace”. Dianne and Dennis shared a wonderful journey. Working at BC Buildings, and with our numerous gatherings, I got to know Dianne. My wife, Donna, and I, were always greeted warmly and Dianne would make time for a friendly visit. Lovely lady. So glad to have known Dianne and got to witness Dennis and Dianne as a loving and generous couple.
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Dianne Pearce My most sincere condolences to Dennis and the family of Dianne — a lovely and gracious lady.
Dianne Pearce
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Catherine Mustafa (MacDonald) So sorry for your loss, Dennis and family. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Karen Gugulyn Hello Dennis, Your love and devotion to Dianne was unwavering and I know this will be a difficult time for your entire family. My love and prayers are with you all, and I hope you can find some comfort in the fond memories you shared together.
Karen Gugulyn ( nee Huus)
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Liz Libby Beautiful, Thoughtful, Caring, Compassionate, Wonderful Sense of Humour, Grace and Charm but most of all Courage. Thank you for not only being my sorority sister, but also a friend. I think back on our visits, in Victoria and in Hawaii every time I am here, the laughter, showing us the sights, the stories, it was so wonderful. I wished on the Hawaii moon for you last night, I hope you heard.
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Mark Lindal Dianne was very special and was the best mother-in-law a guy could ask for. She treated me like a son and many times I felt like I could talk to her for advice and encouragement. She and Dennis were super Grandparents to my daughter Stephanie and their support helped her finish her university and succeed.
I will really miss our Thursday nights but I am happy she is no longer in pain. She will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
Condolences to all family and friends of Dianne.
God bless.
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Brenda Quin Lovely lady and a nice write up about her life. She was able to do so many amazing things and visit so many places. She will be missed.
Hugs for you all.
Brenda
Dennis: Dianne will be very much missed by those who knew her and loved her. She fought a great fight and was lovingly supported through to the end by you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you as you deal with your grief. May we celebrate the life of a wonderful wife, mother, daughter, sibling and friend.