Diane Panoff
elevated oLBC8 October 31, 1968 – January 28, 2024
elevated oLBC8 Visitation
Thursday February 1, 2024 from 11:30 am – 1:15 pm
elevated oLBC8 Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6
elevated oLBC8 Funeral Service
Thursday February 1, 2024 at 1:30 pm
elevated oLBC8 Chapel of St. Joseph- Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
elevated oLBC8 To view Funeral Service CLICK HERE
elevated oLBC8 Interment
elevated oLBC8 Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery Section 40
elevated oLBC8 Obituary
elevated oLBC8 Peacefully with her family by her side, Diane (Semcos) Panoff passed away suddenly on Sunday, January 28, 2024 at the age of 55. She is survived by her loving husband and partner in life of 32 years, Tony, as well as her beloved children Samantha and Michael. Treasured mother-in-law to Philip. Only daughter of Antigoni and the late Mike Semcos, adored sister of Jim Semcos, cherished daughter in law of Nika and the late Sam Panoff and sister in law to Christine & Tom Stanwyck. Beloved niece, aunt, and cousin to so many in her extended family.
elevated oLBC8 Growing up in Scarborough, Diane had many friends and enjoyed music, dancing, poetry and live concerts. In her teens she met her high school sweetheart and later married Tony in 1991. Together they built a beautiful family and a tight network of friends. Diane was always welcoming, gracious and loved a good laugh. Despite some of her health concerns, she always maintained her positivity – due in part to her great Faith and dedication to her family.
elevated oLBC8 For those blessed to be called her friend, you knew that she was always available, gave great advice and always found a way to make everyone happy. She will be dearly missed and remembered by all those who had the pleasure of knowing and loving her.
elevated oLBC8 If desired, donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation and Arthritis Society.
Our deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers to your family at this time. You will miss your beautiful sister Jim. May God be your strength and for your dear mom. May our Lord watch over the Panoff family and as we are praying for you.
Your Olive Branch Family
Dear Samantha and Philip:
We were saddened to hear of the sudden passing of your loving mother. Unfortunately we will not be able to attend visitation as we are in Florida until March. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your mom rest in peace.
Love, Uncle Tony and aunt Mary Rossi
Diane sounds like a beautiful person inside and out. May her memories live on in everyone’s hearts that she holds dear . Rest in Eternal Peace. Sending prayers and comfort to the family.
Tony, we are so saddened by your loss. It is so heartbreaking. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Thank You for everything you taught me. You loved me unconditionally even when people close to me did not. You never judged me for the mistakes I made in life and always told me the truth and kept me grounded. Thank you Touly for being the best cousin anyone could ever ask for. Now go relax in the sun and no more pain. Love you
To Sam, Philip and the Panoff family.
We are so very sorry for your loss. Sending you so much love and light.
Tony no words can describe how sorry I am for your loss. My heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your beloved wife.
Our sincere condolences and deepest sympathies to the Panoff family.
Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel over the loss of your beautiful wife(Diane), mother, daughter, sister, aunt….
What she leaves behind is a great testament of her devotion to her family.
May your Hearts and soul find peace and comfort during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Taken from life too soon.
Sincerely Matt and Pompea
Dear Tony, Samantha, Michael, and family,
We were deeply saddened to hear about Diane’s sudden passing. She was an extraordinary woman, her warmth and kindness emanating effortlessly. We will always cherish the memories of her welcoming nature, gracious presence, and beautiful smile.
Diane’s dedication to her family was truly inspiring, and her love for you all was palpable. She radiated positivity despite life’s challenges, a testament to her unwavering faith and love for her family.
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Diane will be dearly missed but never forgotten.
With deepest sympathy and love,
The Nikles Family
Our deepest condolences to the Panoff and Semcos families.
Tony, Samantha and Michael, cherish the warm thoughts of your wife and mother and know that she was loved and will be missed by all that knew her.
Tony, our deepest condolences for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dear Tony and Family,
My sincerest condolences for your family’s loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Our condolences to the Panoff and Semcos families.
Our thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Dear Tony, Samantha, and Michael,
We offer our sincerest condolences to your family. We will always remember Diane for her friendly and kind smile and gentle demeanour. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you during this difficult time!
Sincerely,
Bruce & Margaret
Our condolences to the Panoff and Semcos families.
Our thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time
Tony, wanted to extend my sincere condolences on the passing of your wife. Please know that my thoughts are with you during this challenging time.
May cherished memories of your wife bring comfort, and may you find strength in the support of friends and family. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.
Hi Tony, we send our sincerest condolences to you and your family.
You were all blessed to have known and be loved by Diane and she can rest in peace knowing you all loved & will never forget her.
I’m truly sorry for your loss, Tony. Wishing you strength and comfort during this difficult time.
Tony,
I am very sorry to hear this tragic news. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Don
Tony, words cannot express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. Thinking of you and your family with sympathy and love.
Oh Tony, I am so very sorry for the loss of your beloved wife. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Tony,
My sincere condolences are with you and your family during this time.
Dear Samantha and Philip, our deepest condolences to the Panoff and Semcos families. May your mom rest in peace knowing she was loved. Hugs and much love from Angie and Joe Liscio and family.
Our deepest condolences to the whole family. Love Angie and Joe Liscio and family
Tony,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss.
May you and your loving family find solace in the fact that now your dear wife suffers no more
Your loving wife is now resting in eternal peace in heaven
You and your children are in her heart as is watching over her family from heaven and prayers for all of you
Find the strength and courage in your heart my friend to move forward and keep her in your hearts and minds always
Dear Samantha and Philip. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Love Angie and Joe Liscio and family
Dearest Samantha and Michael,
I was heartbroken to learn of the passing of your dear mother. Truly she was one of the angels among us here on earth and although our world here is a bit darker for her loss, heaven is shining brighter with her presence. Your mother’s unfailing kindness, positive spirit, welcoming smile and courageous nature were an inspiration to not only me but all those lucky enough to have known her. Above all, the deep love she had for her family was clear to me each time we met and those times were always a joy I looked forward to. I deeply appreciated all the kindness and support she gave to me. I was privileged to have known this extraordinary woman.
How lucky you were to have such a loving and remarkable mother! I’m so sorry that your time with her was far too short. But if you believe in heaven, as I do, may you take comfort in knowing that she is still with you somewhere just beyond the limitations of sight and sound. Just beyond the horizon where her loved ones were there to greet her with joy. Speak to her as you would to God in prayer and I believe she will hear you. Who is to say that a mother’s love cannot bridge the distance between heaven and earth? You now have another angel to watch over and guide you in all the years to come.
My deepest condolences to you, your father, Samantha’s husband, your extended family and friends. May God in His mercy bless you all, comfort you in your pain and give you the strength to carry on to find success and happiness in life as your mother would wish.
Jan Pinsonneault
Tony, I am very sorry to hear this sad news. My thoughts are with you and your family.