I was shocked and saddened to read of Diane's passing in the paper today. I worked for Diane at Sklar Peppler and she was a wonderful boss but an even more special lady! I will remember her sense of humour and her love for her girls and her grandkids, she was very proud of you all. Heaven is shining alot brighter with Diane there.

With my deepest sympathy for your loss please accept my  condolences for the loss of your mother.
                          Titix Patel
                          (Toronto, On)

I worked with Diane at Sears on the switchboard and then at Sklar.  She was always a kind soul and sorry I missed notice of her passing - in deepest sympathy

My life over the past several years has been truly enriched by being one of Dee's friends.  I want to tell Paul and her precious daughters and grandchildren that being a friend of Dee's, in part, meant listening to stories of just how much her family meant to her and how much she loved you all.  She would tell me that her "girls" were crazy, all the while trying to surpress a silly grin.  You brought so much fun and joy to her life and I never tired of listening to her tell me about it.  Dee  will forever hold a special place in my heart and I will miss her so much.  I wish you all strength in trying to cope with her loss but know you will cling to the happy memories of a truly wonderful woman.

Love and sincere sympathy to you all,
Lois Sunstrum

We had the pleasure of living next door to Diane for several years. She was so wonderful with our children and managed to laugh even when Raymond showed up at her doorstep at 6:00am for some red licorice.  We have lovely memories of hanging out in the yard with Diane, Paul, dogs, and kids on hot summer nights enjoying each other's company. Our thoughts are with you, Paul.

I was so very sorry to hear of the loss of Diane.  I have many great memories of her in Brantford.  Please know that you are all in our thoughts at this time. 

Jane Jackson (Pickering)

Dear Paul and family,

I am so sorry for your great loss. What a wonderful lady Diane is. I will always remember the fun days 'on the court'. So sorry I could not be there at this time. 

Maureen, Brian and Scott Kelly

I am so saddened to hear the news of Diane. I always enjoyed hearing my Mom (BFF) talk of her time with Diane and I am so glad that they got to spend time together in June. May all the wonderful memories you have live in your hearts forever.  Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all. Vicki Sentes

Diane was a special co-worker (Sklar) who always had a great sense of humour and a wonderful laugh.  Precious memories of her will remain in your hearts forever.  Velma Tucker

Dee was a very special person who had that unique ability to make everyone feel that they were special. She was enormously proud of her family and loved to share stories about her great grandbabies.  To know Dee was to love her.We had planned to go away this week for our annual trip to my cottage and we were all so looking forward to it.  The remaining 4 of us are going to go to the cottage anyway and we plan to spend our time reminiscing all the wonderful times we had together and laughing again at some of the crazy antics of our Dee.  We love you Dee and know heaven will be that much brighter and happier with your presence. Brenda Bryant xoxoxox

We, as friends, family, co-workers were truly blessed by knowing Dee.  I met Dee singing with the Durham Chapter of Sweet Adelines.  I will always remeber her beautiful smile and her kindness to all.  She was always showed care and concern for her fellow sisters in harmony. To Paul and family, may fond memories of Dee help you through the hard days ahead.  She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.  May God comfort you and bring you peace at this difficult time. 

Jean Lorish

My deepest sympathy to Dees family,
She was a lady with a beautiful heart, & loved all of you dearly.
Jan Hewitt

How do you put years of wonderful love and laughter in such a short amount of space. I will remember Dee for her smile, her true friendship, her caring soul, and best of all her absolutely brilliant dry wit. I love you DeeDee, one of your vajj's. Till we meet again, Julie Maxwell xoxoxoxo

My memories of Dee ..... one classy lady she was indeed.  Dee had the special ability to make me feel important and her sense of humour and unique dry wit kept me coming back for more.  We met through a love of singing and gravitated towards each other quickly to form a small group who shared many things, including the secrets of our souls.  Dee always liked to remind us that she was the matriarch of this special group of women.  I will miss you forever little 'mama'.  Until we meet again .......

My deepest sympathy to all of Diane's family. I worked with her and for her at Sklar for many years. She was always someone who truly touched those around her, work or family. May the memory of her love of life and her great smile always be with you, comfort you, and bring you peace.

We only met Diane once but we loved her smile.  We of course have heard many stories about her from her sister Jan. (My brother Joe's wife) Jan always loved to talk about some of the funny escapades they had together and some Diane got into all by herself.. and all the laughter that resulted from them. She was loved and will be missed.  Our condolences to all the family.

I am so very sorry for your loss.  Diane was my idol, my friend and my mentor.  Everyone who knew Diane will have such wonderful memories to cherish.
Pauline Harrison (English Pauline)

So very sad to hear of this news.  Deepest condolences to you all.  Her smile certainly lit up a room!

So sorry to hear of the loss of Diane.   She was a good friend and we have many happy memories of her in Brantford.

Diane snd I met at Sklar Furniture in the early 1970s. As I recall, she always treated me and others with kindness and repsect.

Years later we reaquainted with each other ...nothing had changed..same kindness and respect for each other. I was always aware of her love af her daughters and grandchildren. This was the one thing Diane would brag about to me.
I remember her national debut on TV at the Blue Jays game singigng her heart out with her friends.
Even in the face of difficult situations, Diane was strong in her faith. We often talked about the importance of faith.
She often shared a joke with me and I cannot think of any time when I did not come away from a moment with her, again reminded of a wonderful woman.
At this time I wish Paul, her daughters and family and her BFF, Marilyn peace.

John Hughes

Please accept my condolences, I too had the pleasure of working with Diane at Sklar. My desk was near her office and I would get a chuckle out of hearing her laugh! Great boss and great lady!

Heather Monkman

I am very sorry for your loss. Diane will be greatly missed as she was certainly someone who stood out in a crowd. She was always nice to me over the years and she always said what was on her mind. She knew how to live life to the fullest and I will miss her.
Mike Walmsley

I am so very sorry to hear of your tragic loss.  Dee was a wonderful friend who always had a great laugh and smile.  I sang with her in our chorus and we would always see her at our performances.  She was a loyal fan.  She will be sorely missed.
Margaret Cannon

I am so very sorry for the loss of your wife and to the girls the loss of their mother.  I worked with Diane at Sklar Peppler for more years than I care to count.  I will always remember her smiling face and her laugh, it was a pleasure to have worked with her and for her.  I will remember her fondly.

Wendy Chadwick

OBITUARY

Diane Eleanor Stuart-Coros

26 December, 1938 – 23 July, 2011

Oshawa Funeral Home

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