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Diana Robertson

1946 - 2026

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50 John Street North

Arnprior, Ontario, Canada

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Geri Timmins posted a condolence

Friday, June 5, 2026

It’s so hard to lose an old friend who was three days older than me, she a farm girl and I, a town girl. We probably met as toddlers on a Saturday when the farm folks came to shop and socialize in the town of Hardisty . A first memory is my having a sleepover at her farm where Diana introduced me to chickens and eggs. Love chickens to this day. We shared birthday parties in our teen years. Then after grade twelve at Sedgewick High we moved away to new lives and lost contact during child rearing days. We reconnected in 2007 when I found her living in Edmonton and let her know about the Hardisty School reunion. She couldn’t attend. BUT there began the email best buddy girl talks and phone calls until the last two years. The last couple of years became family photos and a few phone calls as we both had aged and had health issues prevailing. We met up twice during these years, once in Ottawa when I while I was there and again several years ago. Diana and her children , minus Ben made what a I call a pilgrimage to meet up with Bill Drever and his wife Gert who hosted us. There were still a few people there that Diana reconnected with, checked out the old farm and made memories to take back home with her. Diana had acquired a liver disease that took root after a blood transfusion at age 13…after a tonsillectomy. Medicine came up with (I can’t remember its name) and the last 15 years allowed her to take herself to 80. She is a miracle lady. She suffered a lot during those years but remained so kind, so family involved and so supportive of an old friend with our long girl talk emails about life in general. I admire her strength through all this. When last we talked two weeks ago, she sounded so frail. The conversation was short as I could barely hear her due to my deafness and her frailty . I knew this was the last time we would talk. Another of my earliest memories of Diana was from grade one when we both had a crush on the same boy. It turned out he had a crush on her. I was momentarily crushed. She was the pretty one. Diana was a good friend, and I miss her. The matriarch of her family will be missed in so many ways, but she and Don reared three wonderful children. The grand children will no doubt remember and talk about the good times with grandma. Peace be with you. Love Geri

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Ed Dubray posted a condolence

Thursday, June 4, 2026

Dear Don & Family; Charlotte & I extend our sincere condolences to you and the family on the passing of Diana, a wife, a mother, a grandmother and an angel who the Lord has called home as her work here on earth is done. She will be back and I'm sure that we all will feel her presence now and then. She was a beautiful person who enjoyed conversing with anyone, anywhere. I can recall their visits from The Pas to Swan River, long conversations with my Dad & Mom, church service on Sunday morning, big mid-day lunch and then back on the road home. Something that was enjoyed by all. I owe both of you a debt of gratitude for helping me through a very difficult time in my life, sincere thanks. We enjoyed every visit with you whether it was to Swan River, the cabin in The Duck Mountains or to our home in Beausejour, you were most welcome and appreciated. Diana, the angel now has her wings and her presence will always be felt. R.I.P. Diana, we love you. Ed & Charlotte Dubray

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Phil Callander posted a condolence

Thursday, June 4, 2026

So sorry to hear about the passing of the wonderful and lovely Diana. My first time in Canada when I married Chloe was being met at the airport in Edmonton by Don and Diana. Chloe was told to get into the car with Don , I had to drive the hire car after 9 HR flight with Diana and I was driving on th other side of the road ( I'm English) Diana was so lovely and put me at ease being part of this wonderful family. Every time we come to Canada we stay at Don and Diana house/ ranch so friendly and would do anything. Diana will be missed lovely Diana.x

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Archie Robertson posted a condolence

Thursday, June 4, 2026

I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to grow up with Diana and on occasion live with the family.. I considered her a sister and she was always very supportive and accommodating. Her family was always top priority and she made sure that they were on the top of the list. I can recall good visits with her family in Hardisty it was always an adventure. She always had a smile and easygoing attitude. I will miss her. Archie Robertson

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Ron and Marie Mazure posted a condolence

Thursday, June 4, 2026

Ron and I extend our condolences to you Don, Carmen, Holly and Ben. We are saddened to hear of Diana's passing. As all life journeys, Diana's had it's difficulties.However,she possessed the ability to seize the good times as was evident in her visit to hit 'the important' spots of her early life at Hardisty. She parceled her endurance to make every minute count, not only to herself, to Carmen and Holly, but to all of us who were part of her visit. Remember the good times, the lovely smile, the gentle and kind nature and heart and may these memories bring you renewed joy. Ron and Marie Mazure

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Tess Kwasny posted a condolence

Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Growing up in the Robertson household there were six kids. It was very busy with kids coming and going. I found my brothers very interesting. Don’s friends came over regularly, but one day he brought home this very sweet pretty girl, her name was Diana. Don brought her home more often, Archie (6), and I (8), thought this was great as we really liked her. She had a way of making you feel special. She would sit and listen to me play the piano. As time went by Diana went to university to become a teacher. Well, wouldn’t you know she came to Student Teach at Sedgewick Elementary School. Archie thought he was pretty special as it was his grade five class Diana would be Student Teaching. A few years down the road there was great news, Don was marrying his high school sweetheart. Just what Archie and I wanted. And I was going to be a junior bridesmaid. How exciting. Frances, Archie and I had such fun. Diana liked to give out nicknames; Dons name was “Don Don”, my name was “Tess a Bell”, I loved it. We had children around the same time, so we had lots of conversations. Diana’s children were of utmost importance. There wasn’t anything she wouldn’t do for them. Of course that went double for her Grandchildren. We had great phone conversations, sometimes lasting six hours. I cherished our conversations; we had such good laughs. She was such a kind, gentle person. These are my memories of my Diana that I wanted to share with her family. Her family was very well loved.

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Frances McShane Posted Jun 3, 2026 at 2:22 PM

Oh Tess a Bell, this is such a lovely post. He is still Don Don to all of us here. I love the wedding photo even though I hated my hair! I still have my bridesmaid dress and my grandchildren love to dress up in it.

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Sandy Tucker posted a condolence

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Don, our heartfelt condolences for your loss. Dianna was a treasure. I only knew Dianna for a few years but my time with her was impactful. Don, your generosity in taking me in your plane allowed us to meet and get to know Diana. She was truly a sweetheart. Dianna always showed her kindness and concern for mom and I, wanting to know how we were doing, understanding the challenges I had in my wheelchair and the assistance needed from my mom. Ironically, she had her own mobility challenges yet showed concern for mine. Her empathy and curiosity towards my interests and my opinions exemplified Dianna’s compassion and good character. We loved it when she would call us to set up our next ‘Antrim Truck Stop’ dinner. It was obvious that Diana was someone who could make friends easily and make other people feel included. She made us feel like family and we were so fortunate to get one last opportunity to sit with her at the Truck Stop before she passed. Mom and I will miss her kind words, her sweet voice and her companionship. God Bless Dianna. With much love to Dianna for the woman she represented. Don, thank you for bringing her into our lives. From Benjamin Firth and my mom, Sandy Tucker.

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Gliceria B. Cartwright posted a condolence

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

All those years that I had known Diana, it was her gracious countenance that stood out. She was a beautiful person!

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sonia davys posted a condolence

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Dear Don and Family' Extended condolences to ALL Your family, on the passing of Diane, MY Memories, of Diana are Happy times, from School in Hardisty, and the Dances , we attended, and then High School in Sedgewick, where she Met, You , Don, and your Romance started, and continued, to the Years of Marriage with your Family, I am sad, that I never got to see the TWO of you in later years when I visited Canada, May the Memories of Happy Times and Your Lives, help in the Healing process. Thinking of All at this sad, time .Kind Regards Sonia Davys (mazure) New South Wales , Australia

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Songie Hills posted a condolence

Monday, June 1, 2026

Diana was truly the sweetest, most gentle, loving woman. No matter how old or heavy I got, she would always insist I sit on her lap while she scratched my back. Even as an adult, she still saw me as that small child who could fit on her lap, and I loved that. She loved caring for people, and she did it so wonderfully. When I lived with Diana and Don, Diana would stay up late every night to make sure I got home safely. She would even put a pizza in the oven for me at 11:30 p.m. and be there waiting with her beautiful, wide smile that always reached her eyes. Even if I wasn’t hungry, I still ate. I loved those late nights we spent sitting up and chatting together. Diana cheered louder than anyone else. She had a way of making you feel like you could take over the world. I still hear her voice whenever I doubt myself or my abilities. If I worked in a grocery store, I was “the best worker and basically running the whole store” in sweet Diana’s eyes. As a nurse, she would tell me how I managed the whole unit and how the patients adored me. Though she never actually witnessed me nursing, she was absolutely certain I was the best at it. She had so much confidence in my abilities and work ethic that it made me strive to make her proud. This world will not be the same without her. We need more Dianas in this world, but her love will continue on in all of us. When I scratch my boys’ backs, when I encourage someone to do something they don’t feel confident or capable of doing, whenever I eat a baked potato, a fried egg, hummus, a boxed vegetable pizza, or see a Boston Pizza, I think of Diana. To me, all of those things belong to her and will always bring a smile to my face. Diana, thank you for everything you taught me, for all the love you showered me with, and for all the beautiful memories. I only wish I had cherished those 3 km/h car journeys even more.

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Jay Thygesen posted a condolence

Monday, June 1, 2026

I first met Diana when I was little girl. I thought she was amazing and qualified for ‘princess’ status, being so kind and happy and beautiful, and having her handsome prince. We even got to go to her wedding, which was wonderful of course, like all events planned by Diana. Diana was an example of grace and joy. She always thought the best of everyone, which made people become the best they could be. Our condolences to your family, Diana. The world is a better place for you having been here.

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Fred Torok posted a condolence

Sunday, May 31, 2026

Although I have had little contact with Diana and family in recent years, my memories of time spent with you all in Peace River, then at your new home in Edmonton before your move to Ottawa form extremely happy memories for me from my childhood and will always be extremely precious to me. Your kind and gentle natures made me feel extremely welcomed and loved. Diana was definitely one of the most kind and caring of people and her soft tone and her gentle touch will be something that I remember always. Few people I have ever met had that that natural kindness. She really was a very special person and I have no doubt this is something that you hear from everyone who knew her. I can’t imagine how, after a lifetime together this loss must impact you Don but I pray you get some comfort with messages from loved ones who, like myself, would like to offer condolences but also extreme gratitude to both of you for the love you showed to us all throughout our lives. Holly, Carmen and Ben, my most sincere condolences to you. I know that losing a parent for anyone is one of the most impactful events in one’s life. When they are a parent like Diana who has been such a profound part of your life, the loss is harder to accept. I would love to share photos from our times together but I am not in the country at the moment and in those days, photos were definitely not digital mobile photography. My love to you all. X

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Tamaray posted a condolence

Sunday, May 31, 2026

Dear family My dearest condolences for your lost. I worked with Diane at Glengarry, it was pleasure to work with her, she was always so calm and inspiring. She had a very vibrant and bubbly personality that she displayed every day she came to work. Sincerely, Tamaray Henderson

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Anita Schubrink posted a condolence

Saturday, May 30, 2026

Dearest Don and extended family, my deepest condolences is the loss of Diana. She truly was a sweet kind beautiful lady who made everyone feel special.

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Aleksandra Jankowski posted a condolence

Saturday, May 30, 2026

Dear Don and all family Sending the deepest words of sympathy to you all .Diana was a very special friend of mine. We had such wonderful time at Glengarry, lunch walking ….. Diana holds a special place in my heart. Rest in peace

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Saturday, May 30, 2026

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Diana was an amazing girl. We often sat near each other in High School. I always felt important and loved in her presence. Luckily I was best friends with Don so got to spend many years of activities together. One memory is visiting her country home and meeting her mom and stepdad. Her mom was so kind and made me feel welcome. Years later we met Don and Diana in West Edmonton Mall and spent some time with her children, They were wonderful kids and I was filled with joy at their successful marriage. I spent many hours at Don’s home and one weekend Diana was visiting and wasn’t feeling very well. She lied down on the couch and a few minutes later Don arrived with a warm blanket. It made a big impression on me and is in my memories all these years later. The most vivid memory is travelling from an Indian Village in northern Manitoba and heading to Sedgwick. Early evening as it was getting dark and light snow was falling I looked out the window. Like a dream a team of horses was pulling a sled along a country road. Very sad losing a great friend,

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Saturday, May 30, 2026

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A proper tribute to my beautiful sister, Diana, would require much more space than I will take here. My mum always said as soon as she walked in the door from school, Diana started folding diapers and helping her in our farmhouse. My sister’s response was always that she loved us so much and loved caring for us. Diana included me in so much of her life - I would play her records for hours on the little mobile record player (Sparky’s Magic Piano, The Little Engine that Could, etc), admire her little perfume bottle set with distinct lids that seemed from another world to me, play with her little china dogs on her small wooden display case mounted on her bedroom wall. She was the best big sister. She invited me to stay with her when she attended college in Camrose and then in Edmonton, I stayed with her when she roomed in Strome during her first teaching job, when she and Don lived in various places around the country - The Pas, Manitoba, Elk Point, Grimshaw and Peace River, Alberta. When I had children, then grandchildren, they were included in the same way, and you never felt a stranger in her home. She made you the most comfortable beds with cosy flanelette sheets so even at night you felt cuddled and loved. She celebrated our Mother’s Ukrainian heritage by enrolling her daughters in Ukrainian dancing and they continue to carry on the art of pysanky. The photo of Diana’s second daughter holding a didukh symbolises the importance of wheat, hope for a good harvest and good health but also the link between generations. Diana always expressed her deep gratitude for having grown up on a farm saying we were so lucky to have had that in our childhoods and her actions taught us all how to bring together old and young. She worked so hard to celebrate our families’ milestones by organising birthday parties complete with entertainment (never the same and arranged with such thought) for our mum, wedding celebrations, family meals on religious holidays, etc. I deeply regret not talking to her more about these precious memories but you always think there will be more time to share them and say thank you. I am profoundly grateful that she shared her perspective on events that shaped our family with me. Diana being almost 10 years older than me experienced relatives at a younger age, she was almost a different generation, and she gave me insight that I wouldn’t have had otherwise. It helped me make sense of things, understand people better and always, always, Diana made me feel special. We all need someone in our lives that does that and Diana was that person for so many, including my children and grandchildren. Diana (and Don) were a safety net for many - whether Vietnamese boat people, a family member or a friend, she made room in her life and when needed, her home, for them. I know Diana is now reunited with those that have passed before her, watching over us all and listening so thank you my irreplaceable sister. You are so missed but that connection remains in our memories, in our conversations and in our hearts and our love for you and those bonds will never die.

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Tuesday, May 26, 2026

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I am so sad to learn of Diana’s passing but so grateful to have known her. Diana was always such a loving presence and always so welcoming with a smile, a hug, and some kind words. My heart goes out to everyone who is feeling this loss. I know her spirit lives on in her children and grandchildren and her impact will be felt forever.

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Tuesday, May 26, 2026

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My family will miss our Auntie Diana, who loved us all and never failed to shower us with compliments, encouragement, and kindness. She had a warmth that made everyone feel welcome and cared for, and being in her company always felt like home. I’ve never been someone who enjoys having photographs taken, but Auntie Diana insisted on this one — and now I’m so grateful she did. It perfectly captures her hospitality and warmth. She will be remembered with so much love and missed more than words can say.

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Tuesday, May 26, 2026

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Mandy Silver posted a condolence

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Don and family, I was very sad to learn of Diana's passing. I didn't know her very long, but I found her to be sweet, kind and funny. Brant and I are thinking of you all at this difficult time. Mandy and Brant

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Nancy Peck posted a condolence

Monday, May 25, 2026

Dear Don, I am so sorry to hear of Dianna’s passing. Every time she called Seniors at Home for more frozen meals, we’d have a good chat. She was so sweet and kind. I always enjoyed our little chats. God’s speed Dianna! My prayers for strength and peace are with you Don and family.

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Dave Tyrrell posted a condolence

Sunday, May 24, 2026

Deb and I are so sorry to hear of her passing.

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Elta Ungar posted a condolence

Saturday, May 23, 2026

Brian and I send our sincere condolences on your loss of such a beautiful person. Where ever a beautiful soul has been, they have left a trail of beautiful memories which you will always have with you.

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