elevated HE1U8 October 26, 1939 – June 5, 2024
elevated HE1U8 Visitation
Saturday June 8, 2024 from 8:30am to 10:30am
elevated HE1U8 Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6
elevated HE1U8 Funeral Mass – Chapel of St. Joseph (within the Funeral Home)
Saturday June 8, 2024 at 10:30am
elevated HE1U8 Interment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street, Thornhill, ON, L3T 2C7
Diane Denomme (neé Gervais) October 26, 1939 – June 5, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Diane Denomme on June 5, 2024 surrounded by her family. Devoted and loving wife to Reginald for 68 years, dedicated mother to Denise (Paul), Mike, Christine (Brian), and Ben (Renee). Caring grandmother to Noelle (Kevin), Natalie (Matt), Myles (Gorana), Sean (Meagan), Kelsey (Ben), Kayla (Anthony), and Kiana. Cherished great grandmother to Juliana, Jaxon, Leo, Ava, Nola, Madelyn, Breanna, Lucas, and Kaiden.
Diane was committed to her family, loving wife and world traveler. Having grown up in Toronto, she met and fell in love with her soul mate, Reginald, at the tender young age of 16. They were married in 1956 and have stayed together until her final moments. Diane was the anchor, confidant and caring parent of her four children. She was selfless in her support. She helped her children and extended family in countless ways: be it through challenging times as well as undertaking tasks on their behalf like filing income returns, developing resumes and writing covering letters. She always made time to help those family members when needed.
Diane was employed at Canada Cup for all her working years. Her caring approach was evident at work. She was very well liked by management and her coworkers. She was known to be someone who would always lend a hand, help solve a problem and provide guidance to those who were learning. Diane loved doing crosswords with her colleagues at work during her breaks. At home, she enjoyed reading, excelled at drawing, played the piano and would sing in her beautiful voice, just like her father, Louis. During her retirement, Diane would travel the world with Reginald. They visited many foreign and exotic places such as China, Egypt and Morrocco, just to name a few. Also, she became a snowbird. With Reginald, she would spend many winters in Florida.
Diane’s greatest joy was her grandchildren and her great grandchildren. She would make a special connection with each one. Her proudest moments were family gatherings and being surrounded by her ever-expanding family. For each one of the grandchildren, she created a photo album with pictures documenting their lives. The albums would be opened up, every time a grandchild visited, with more current pictures being added. Diane was the proud keeper of family memories.
As her end drew near, it was getting very difficult for Diane to express herself. However, on her final day with us, Diane was full of love. With clarity, and with her heart, she told Reginald, he was her only true love for all time.
Diane you will be sorely missed. You have all our love. May you rest in peace.
Donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society in Diane’s honour.
Ben,
Pat joins me to express our since condolences for the loss of your dearest mother. May her soul rest in peace.
Ben and Renne
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. She will always be remembered.
You were the love and the light that shone around you. You welcomed me into the Denomme fold well over 30 years ago and we’ve been family ever peace and love Renee
Our Grandma was one of the most caring, organized, and resilient people we’ve ever met. We were so blessed and fortunate to have someone so genuine in our corner. Thank you for everything.
We’ll love you forever, we’ll like you for always, as long as we’re living, our Grandma you’ll be.
Reg, Denise, Mike, Christine and Ben sending love and hugs. So sorry to hear about Dianne, she was a wonderful person and I have fond memories. xox
I’m so very sad to hear of your loss, both Lisa and I would like to express our sincere condolences to the entire family.
Diane, will always have a special place in my heart. Those who live in our memories are never truly gone.
Diane…my memories go back to 1952 and you have been part of my extended family ever since. It’s been a pleasure to have been a part of your life.
My love to all of your family
Gloria
To the entire Denomme Family
I have just recently learned of the passing of your beloved Diane. Please accept my most heartfelt sympathy. Even after moving away Diane and Reg continued to be kind and thoughtful neighbours occasionally passing by Dresden Rd to visit my mother.
Diane has left quite a legacy in your beautiful family and it is evident that she loved and was loved. May her memory be a blessing and may she rest in peace.