Diane was born in Creston, British Columbia, on July 22, 1946, to Godfrey and Minnie Samuelson. She was one of five children. Diane attended school at Prince Charles High School and later built a career as a bank teller, all while devotedly raising her twin sons Shane and Shaun.

Diane found great joy in painting, gardening, playing cards (bridge) and especially spoiling her grandchildren. One of her greatest joys was watching her boys play hockey and proudly supporting them throughout the years. She also loved picking huckleberries at her Moyie and Bull River cabins. She will be remembered for her gentle spirit, dedication to family, and the love she so freely gave.

Diane was predeceased by her parents, Godfrey and Minnie Samuelson; her sister Joan Stuart; brother-in-law Lonnie Stuart; her sister Karen Riehl and brother-in-law Bernie Riehl, sister-in-law Carol Samuelson, daughter-in-law Nada Fait; and Nellie and George Hrisook.

She is lovingly survived by her children Shane (Lynn) and Shaun; her cherished grandchildren Megan, Allison, and Jordan (Shane), and Katie, Abbey, and Emily (Shaun); and her five great-grandchildren. Diane will also be fondly remembered by her sister Pat (Ed) Cotton and her brother Bob Samuelson, along with extended family and friends.

Diane’s memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

Diane’s family would like to thank the third floor nursing staff for their wonderful care of Diane and support to our family. At Diane’s request there will be no service.

Do not stand at my grave and weep;

I am not there. I do not sleep.

I am a thousand winds that blow.

I am the diamond glints on snow.

I am the sunlight on ripened grain.

I am the gentle autumn’s rain.

When you awaken in the morning’s hush,

I am the swift uplifting rush

Of quiet birds in circled flight.

I am the soft stars that shine at night.

Do not stand at my grave and cry;

I am not there. I did not die.