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Diane WATERS Obituary

Passed away peacefully 8th July 2024, aged 78 yrs. Dearly loved wife of Brian, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Kate, Stuart and Margaret. Dearly loved nana of Benjamin, and Molly, Charlotte and Hamish. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Christine and David, Julie and Peter. Loved sister-in-law of Beverley. We extend our sincere thanks to Brightwater Home for their wonderful care of Diane. As per Dianes' wishes a private cremation has taken place. Messages may be placed on Diane's online tribute page via robertjcotton.co.nz/funerals-tributes or sent to c/- Waters family, PO Box 5191, Terrace End Palmerston North.


Published by Manawatu Standard on Jul. 10, 2024.

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Lia (the hair company)

July 29, 2024

Diane was such a lovely lady, so kind and generous and always had the best outlook on life. She was a lovely lady to have in our salon she could talk to you about almost anything. Super down to earth and very interested in what´s been going on within the last 7 weeks between appointments. She will truly be missed

Peggy Wood

July 18, 2024

Diane, Thank you so much for being one of the nicest, most respectful & considerate ladies I worked for during my Housekeeping days. Peggy Wood

Barbara O'Driscoll

July 15, 2024

Dear Brian, Kate, Stuart and family, Sincerest sympathy to you all. How sad it is that we have had to farewell our special "Lady Di." It was an absolute honour and privilege to work with Di for many years at PN Hospital Pharmacy, and to get to know you all as her treasured family. Di was an absolutely wonderful colleague, workmate, team member, and friend. She was a Pharmacy Assistant "par excellence." She brightened everybody's workdays and was meticulous, trustworthy, and thorough. Containers and the sterile water tank were cleaned to protocol, ward shelves were tidied, stock ordered and picked, then put away in strict rotation. The scary computer was tamed and used efficiently as part of the task. We all smiled one day when she admitted she had absentmindedly found herself tidying the shelf in a supermarket and arranging bottles in order of expiry dates. We had such fun with shouts and dress-up days, but everything was proudly professional. In retirement it was super to catch up occasionally at cafes in town, but devastating to see the progression of her illness. She was always cheerful and struggled bravely and positively on. She remained as always an inspiration. Di has been a special part of my life and will stay on in happy memories. Rest in Peace lovely Di and thank you for everything and all your loyal support. Every Blessing to you Brian and our Love,
Barbara O'Driscoll (Retired Chief Pharmacist PNH), and Bob

Peter & Margaret Claridge

July 14, 2024

To Brian & family,
We are feeling so sorry for you all in your loss of Diane.
We always found her friendly, chatty, & really a lovely person to be around.
We know she will be deeply missed by you all, & those who knew her well.
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Our kindest regards,
Margaret & Peter Claridge.

Peter Kidd

July 14, 2024

Di was one of Mums best friends. She had a wonderful sense of humour and she was great with people. As kids we often visited Di, Brian, Kate and Stu and had many laughs. Later on I worked with Di in the hospital. She was a very caring colleague and worker and she also had a great way of enjoying work and keeping everybody socially lubricated.

Di and Brian made it 12,000 miles across the planet to our washed out wedding in Connemara, Ireland. They had great fun with the locals..man or dog in the local pubs. Di will be sorely missed by all the Kidds in Kinvara, Co Galway , Ireland

Much Love

Pete, Joanne, Anna, Tom, Kate, Niamh and Sarah. We are sorry for your loss. A wonderful mother, woman and person.

Jackie Romanovsky

July 13, 2024

Farewell cherished friend...
Di and Jackie in Queenwood Road

Jackie Romanovsky

July 13, 2024

Farewell dearest friend xx.
Jackie and Di in Queenwood Road

Jackie Romanovsky

July 13, 2024

Adieu my dearest, closest childhood friend...remembering all the precious, joyous and hilarious times we spent together, joined at the hip...at the same time as I mourn your leaving us...sending deepest sympathy to you Brian, Chrissie, Julie and all the extended whanau xxx Jackie ( Mackenzie) and Frank Romanovsky

Flic Davies

July 13, 2024

Deepest Sympathy Brian, Kate and family. Great lady great I had the change to get to know her. Will miss our nightly chats about everything and nothing all at the same time.

Denise Stevens

July 12, 2024

With deepest sympathies to the Water´s family.
Diane " Di " worked with me at the Hospital Pharmacy she was a kind, witty and uplifting person. She will be missed.
Denise and Ian Stevens Palmerston North

Phil Giles

July 12, 2024

To Brian , Stuy and family. So sorry to hear the loss of Di. I have know you guys for such a very long time. Saty strong for each other

Ann Boniface

July 12, 2024

Brian, Kate, Stu, Margaret & families,
My friendship with Di goes back almost 50 years, we were in contact weekly and had a special friendship.
I particularly admired Di for her generosity of time for others even though her health was not the best.
Coming to terms with Di´s passing is difficult, however, she has surely earned her rest and we will continue to cherish our special memories of time spent with her.
Sincere condolences to you all.
Love Ann Boniface xx

Ann

July 12, 2024

In Loving Memory of Dianne. Such a lovely friendly person. Always had a smile. Such a brave battler. Your journeys over and you can now
Rest in Peace Dianne. XXX
All your Breathe Easy Friends and SYLO Friends extend their loving thoughts and kindnesses in the sad loss of Dianne X

Margaret Lockwood

July 12, 2024

Sad news condolences to you Brian and family. As everyone says she loved a chat and catch up whenever we saw each other in town. We were both in the nursing class april 63 and it was so good to see you both at our reunion 2022. Margaret Lockwood

Ange and Warren Sara

July 11, 2024

So sorry to hear this sad news Kate. I will always remember the times i would meet your Mum at summerhill new world and have a chat. Sincere condolences to you and all your family. Thinking of you at this difficult time. Sending much love

Jenny Roberts

July 11, 2024

Sending sincere sympathy to Brian, Stu, Kate and families. I first met Diane through federated farmers. She was always so friendly and kind. I will miss catching up with her up at the summerhill shops.

Lynda Compton

July 11, 2024

My sympathy to Dis family. I knew her from a card group we both went too.( making them, not playing them). She was such a kind generous person and we had many laughs while we crafted. I will always think of Di when i see the burgandy shade she loved to wear

Shona Cudby

July 11, 2024

A lovely lady who I had only known for a short time at Brightwater Rest Home. Condolences to the family.

Sue Adsett

July 11, 2024

Met Diane many years ago when I worked at AW Allens. Then caught up at a gym several years ago she was still the same, ready for a chat. So sorry for the family´s loss of wife, mother and Grandmother. RiP
Sue Adsett.

Shelley Evans

July 11, 2024

So sorry to hear that Di has past away, fond memories of a lovely lady that I first meet 35 years ago working at the Hospital Pharmacy were she was the bottle washer. Always remembered for her yummy Fudge Cake! Will cherish my last visit with her at Brightwater. Love and hugs to her family xx

Leigh Dome

July 11, 2024

Our condolences to you all on the loss of Diane.
Such a lovely lady.

Jill Cranston

July 11, 2024

Brian, Beverley and families
My sincere condolences to you all. Treasure and remember all the good times you had as a family.
Di was a lovely lady.
Deepest Sympathy
Jill Cranston

Frances & Parry Matthews

July 11, 2024

Deepest Sympathy Brian & family . Diane was always smiling & happy to stop for a chat .

Lynn Shepherd

July 11, 2024

Rest in peace Diane. A positive independent woman who struggled many obstacles. Always smiling.

Robin Dickins

July 10, 2024

Brian, Stuart, Kate and families. Sincerest condolences for your loss. Di was a very special lady and friend. Always remembered as the sweet lady with the lipstick and pearls. Our 2 families had some great times together. She will be sadly missed.

Lynette Broderick

July 10, 2024

Farewell to my lovely bright always cheerful cousin Diane. You will be sadly missed but your memory will always be in my heart.
Sympathy to Brian and family and sisters Christine & Julie
I pray the memories will help fill the sadness that you´re feeling now.
Lynette Broderick (Allen)

Judith Watson

July 10, 2024

Dear Brian and family. Glenn and I were so sad to read of our lovely cousin´s passing. Our thoughts are with you all.
Love Judith and Glenn

Dean and Anne Halford

July 10, 2024

So sorry to learn of your loss, Brian. Our condolences and thoughts are with you and your family.

Heather Richardson

July 10, 2024

Brian we are saddened to hear of the recent passing of Dianne. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Brian and Heather Richardson

Lyn miller

July 10, 2024

To Brian and family. Sorry for your loss. I first met them at aok group. And we talked about foxton and Allen's drapery. Regards lyn miller.

Natalie Tankersley

July 10, 2024

So very sorry for your loss. Diane was such a lovely and caring person from the first time I met her selling her Avon when living in Turitea/Pacific Drive. I enjoyed my visits to Diane to hear of her latest updates, she was very proud of her family. May she now Rest in Peace. Natalie, Abbie & Jack Tankersley

Catrina McBeth

July 10, 2024

So very sorry to read this. I have so many fond memories when I was younger. She was a truely beautiful lady. Thinking of you all, Brian, Kate & Stu & family
Catrina McBeth

Joy Tippins

July 10, 2024

A work mate met Di at the hospital back in 1990 ,have been friends ever since ,visited her on Friday at Brightwater home ,still had a smile and a great couple hours talk R.I.P.dear friend love Joy xx

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