Diane Eleanor Stuart-Coros

To Diane Eleanor Stuart-Coros, the entire world was a stage. An expressive, optimistic, and uninhibited individual, she was a performer in the theater of life. To everyone around her, she seemed to be eternally happy, and she willingly shared that joy with anyone whose life she touched. For Diane, bringing out the best in any situation was as easy as offering a smile, a witty remark or the twinkle of an eye. And with just those simple gestures, she could evoke the most pleasant of emotions. Diane really mastered the art of living and had great fun in doing so.

       Her parents were Bruce & Doreen Booth. Diane was raised in Brantford, Ontario. Even as a child, Diane had the ability to lift the spirits of all those around her. She was raised to be warm, caring and friendly. She couldn’t help but capture everyone’s attention. She was definitely a little bit of a show off, but in doing so, she succeeded in entertaining her entire family.

      Always a good playmate, Diane was easygoing and fun loving. She managed to lighten the mood wherever she was, even during family squabbles. She seemed to have a knack for bringing compromise and erasing tense situations around the house. Due to a generous dose of common sense, Diane managed to find a satisfying solution to basic problems. Diane was raised with one sibling. She had a sister Janis.

      All of Diane's playful good humour carried over into her childhood. She was possessed with an outgoing personality, a lively imagination and a mellowed enthusiasm for life that allowed her to be constantly on the go. As a result, Diane experienced a rather active childhood, and this suited her very well. She was a member of the choir. Di Di enjoyed singing! She also liked to paint. She attended BCI in Brantford,Ontario.

      The gift of being emotionally expressive and outwardly affectionate made Diane very easy to approach. On March 26, 2004 Diane exchanged wedding vows with Paul Raymond Coros at St. Gregory's Church in Oshawa. She tried hard not to impose on her spouse. She was always sensitive to other people’s feelings, and that was especially true in marriage.

      Perhaps the reason Diane related so well to children was the fact that she never really completely grew up herself. The ability to be just a “kid at heart” helped her in raising her own children. Diane was blessed with three children, three daughters,Candice, Kelly and Kayna. They were also blessed with two granddaughters, Alayne and Arleigh, and five grandsons, Justin, Ryan, Alexander, Jordan and Spencer. Diane had the ability to focus her attention on the present moment. If she was spending time with the kids, that’s where all of her attention was directed. Diane's compassionate side prevented her from being a strict disciplinarian, and she could turn just about any situation into a playful, learning experience. She could spend hours entertaining them with fun and creative play. In fact, Diane had a knack for turning some of those nasty old chores into games.

      At work, as in life, Diane was a real “people person. ” she had a very successful way of dealing effectively with others, and her enthusiasm and energy was often contagious. Diane liked to see herself as something of a virtuoso. When dealing with various projects and problems, Diane was an adaptable realist, using her common sense and trusting her experiences and impulses to uncover the correct answer. Diane's talent for being a down to earth thinker, allowed many around her to see Diane as an excellent problem solver. Her primary occupation was Personnel and Finance Officer. She was employed for Sklar Pepplar for 30 years.

      Diane enjoyed her leisure time by taking part in various hobbies. An “arts and crafts” type, Diane liked creating and making things. Her favourite pursuits were singing, interior design, gardening, shopping, fashion and going to the cottage with her husband and daughters. Diane was content to enjoy her hobbies alone but was also willing to share her interests with others.

      Diane felt excited and challenged by sports. Even if she wasn’t the best, Diane loved to participate and thoroughly enjoyed the competition and the pleasure of being around other people. Diane relished the opportunities where she could make an impact, and she would often push herself to play above her abilities. A quick thinker who understood the basics, Diane never seemed to get caught off guard, even when confronted with unexpected conflict. Diane was also something of a sports fan and enjoyed watching her favourite events whenever she got the opportunity. Tops on her list were Olympic figure skating.

      Diane had an endless appetite for new and different activities. She was always ready to join in the fun and add her flair and energy to an organization. Because of her personality, her humour, and her ability to get along with everyone, Diane's service was greatly valued by the organizations to which she belonged. Throughout her later years, Diane was an active member of the Durham Shores Chorus. She was very active socially, going to luncheons, tea and movies with friends.

      Vested with a deep concern for spiritual development, Diane recognized that her faith was important to her throughout her life. She was a very devoted member of St Gregory's Catholic Church for many years.

      Diane was a lover of animals and cherished her pets, enjoying them almost as much as she enjoyed being around other people. She had many dogs throughout her life. Skippy as a child, later, Bumps, Rufus, Happy, Maggie, Kona and Chalky.

      Diane passed away on July 23, 2011 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa. She is survived by her husband and three daughters and their families. Diane will also be missed by her sister Janis. Services were held at Oshawa Funeral Home. Diane was laid to rest in Thornton Cemetery in Oshawa.

      Diane brought joy to all of those around her. She never had a mean bone in her body. She loved to have a good time and was an eternal optimist, always looking on the bright side of things. She loved to share her energy, wit, and her zest for all of her activities with her friends and family. Diane Eleanor Stuart-Coros lived life to its fullest and made everyone around her happier just for knowing her. She will be remembered with a smile.

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STUART-COROS, Diane Eleanor (nee Booth)

Sadly, on Saturday July 23, 2011, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa at 72 years of age, with her three daughters and her husband at her side. Beloved wife of Paul Coros and the late R. Wayne Stuart. Loving mother of Candice and her husband Stephen Mitts, Kelly and her husband Scott McKenzie, and Kayna and her husband Raymond Rabideau. Devoted Nanny of Alayne (Chris Keates), Arleigh (Kyle Chartier), Justin, Ryan, Alexander, Jordan, Spencer and loving Granna to Breah, Peyton and Erin. Sadly missed by her sister Janis and her husband Joe Jeffrey, her BFF Marilyn Hager as well as her many extended family and friends. Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West, Oshawa (905-721-1234) on Monday, July 25th from 7 – 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Tuesday, July 26th at 11 a.m. Memorial donations to the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, the Arthritis Society or The Oshawa Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family.