Passed away peacefully at Jessica’s House, Exeter with her family by her side on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at the age of 75. Cherished mother of Jerry Alexander, and Cheryl and Dan Rader. Proud grandma of Brennan Alexander-Masse and Kaitlyn Jones, Zach Rader, Trent Rader, Paige Alexander, and Dakota Demars. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Sharon and the late Doug Sinnamon, Deb and Darcy Roblin and “adopted” sister and sister-in-law of Marlene and the late Glenn Diechert.Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews, “adopted” daughter Verena Roth (Wayne Demars), best friends Bonnie Strong and Maryann Chambers, and her former husband Jim Alexander. Predeceased by her parents Eric and Margaret (Reichert) Switzer.
Dianne had a successful 30 year career in Real Estate and was known for being a kind and caring agent that would help people find their dream homes. She was a dedicated volunteer and legion member, running the Poppy Drive in Bayfield for 20 years. In her spare time, she was an avid card player and loved a game of shuffleboard.
A celebration of Dianne’s life will be held at the Clinton Legion, 95 Kirk Street, CLINTON on Saturday, July 20th from 2 – 4 PM with words of remembrance at 3 PM. Cremation has taken place.
Donations to LHSF – Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre, South Huron Hospital Foundation, Jessica’s House or the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 140 (Clinton Legion).
The family would like to thank London Region Cancer Centre, South Huron Hospital, and Jessica’s House for their care and compassion shown to Dianne and her family.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Marg Delaney
We are so sorry for your loss. Dianne was a such a fun person to be around – helping us with our real estate adventures and in our Bluewater Babes Red Hat group. Rest in peace Dianne
Marlene Ingram
So sorry to hear of Dianne’s passing ,although I didn’t know her well I will miss her at shuffle board in Hensall .
Doug Pedlar
Sorry to hear that your Mom passed away. She was always fun to work with in the real estate business. I am sure she will be making deals up in Heaven.
Sue Adams
Please accept our sincere condolences with the passing of your precious Diane. She was a blessing to each of you and will be forever missed. She was my Mom’s cousin and someone very special to her. I hope they are catching up in heaven and enjoying a coffee together ❤️ sending each of our love, strength and hugs XO Sue Adams and family ( granddaughter of Margaret Hess)
Pegi McCrea
Many memories come to mind but one very special one stands out – Diane’s grandchildren camping out in tents in her back yard – She was “forever young”.
Ken and Anne Murray
Sincere condolences to all who knew Dianne. She will be remembered for her warmth and compassion. May she rest in peace.
Kay Rathwell
My sincere condolences Cheryl, to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kathleen Siertsema
Sincere sympathy to you Sharon on the loss of your sister. Thinking of you and all your family. Hang onto all the memories. John & Kathleen Siertsema.
Rick & Barb Ingram
Cheryl, Dan & Family
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts & prayers at this difficult time.
Gerard (Jed) Schmidt
So sorry to hear about Dianne. I played cards with her many times and always thought highly of her. May she rest in peace.
Kathleen Steenstra
My sincere sympathy Cheryl …Jerry loss of your mother. I have many fond memories our friendship. May she RIP
Carolyn Snell
So sorry to hear of Dianne’s passing ,Sharon .Bob and I send our sincere condolences to you and yours, Love Carolyn
Arlene Styles
Cheryl, Dan, Zach & Trent….my deepest condolences in the passing of Mon and Grandma. My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Karen Cronin
Sorry to hear of your loss of Dianne. Remember having some good times. May family & friends help you through the days ahead.
Darren Boyle
Cheryl, Dan and family, our most kind condolences on this tremendous loss.
Darren, Denise Boyle and family
Carol-Anne Stoneman
My deepest condolences to sisters Sharon and Deb, so sorry for your loss. RIP Dianne. Sincerely Carol Stoneman
John & Cathy Taylor
Cheryl, Dan & family
Our condolences in the passing
of Diane.
Memories help heal the hurt in
your heart.
John & MaryLou Driscoll
Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Many memories of Dianne when she lived around the corner from us and babysitting you when you were young. Keeping you in our thoughts
John and MaryLou Driscoll
Karen Dickins
My condolences to Diane’s family, we met her at cards in Zurich and then again when she moved to Exeter, a lovely lady, RIP Diane your struggles are over
Alice and Jerry MacLean
Cheryl and extended family,
We are sorry for the passing of your Mother.
To young to leave you, but we don’t control our final destiny
Cheryl you are and were a good daughter to both your Mom and your Dad.
God Bless you.
Alice and Jerry MacLean
Tony & Judy Hutchings
Our deepest Sympathy to all of Dianne’s Family
Tony & I were saddened to read that Dianne has passed. May you all find comfort in your loving memories.
Linda Webber
To Dianne’s family.
l met Dianne playing pepper and Euchre in Zurich and later in Exeter. She was an amazing lady who was a lot of fun . RIP Dianne.
Joan Laframboise
So sorry to hear about Diane passing. Condolences to the family.Spent time with Diane,Bonnie , and Mary Ann in our younger years.We had a lot of fun.
Sue Riley, PRO-Past President
Dianne’s presence will be missed at Hensall Legion Br 468. She always had a smile whether playing cards or shuffling!
RIP now, Dianne.
Joyce Braecker
So sorry to hear of Dianne’s passing. Remembering the good times when you lived on the 10th.
Allie Millar
Jerry, Cheryl, Dan and Family,
So sorry to hear of Dianne’s passing. She was a lovely lady I am happy I got to meet over a short few days.
Sending many thoughts and hugs to you all. ❤️
Tony & Alma Dayman
Cheryl, Dan & family
So very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. We enjoyed getting to know her at shuffle board & cards. Such a lovely lady! Keeping you all in our thoughts & prayers.
Ron & Kathy Ward
Sorry to hear about the passing of Dianne. Thinking of all the family at this difficult time.
Marie Van Dorp
Was very saddened to hear of Dianne’s passing. Condolences to her family.
Gerry and Mary Armstrong
We are so sorry to hear of Diane’s passing. Played a lotof cards with her. Lovely lady
Gerry and Mary Armstromg
Larry Reinhart
So sorry for your loss Dianne was a favourite cousin she will be missed
Joan and Jack
So sorry for your loss. We often played cards together and remembered her from Clinton high school. She often talked about her children. Remember the good times.
David Reichert
You have our deepest Cheryl and Dan, Jerry, Jim,Sharron ,Deb and Marlene and all of you families. Diane was a wonderful lady and she will be missed.
Lillian Woltz
Dear Jerry and family,
Jay and I would like to express our deepest sympathies on the passing of your mother. Prayers and hugs to you and Paige.
Jacquie Mohr
My deepest sympathies to everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Jacquie McNichol Mohr
Darrin Boyd
This was a very sweet lady and a dear fellow shuffleboard player who was always happy. She was very kind to me when I first started to play shuffleboard made me feel like I played for years in the league. She will be truly missed. Hensall shuffleboard league
Bonnie
Cheryl, Dan and Family , I am truly sorry to hear of your mom’s passing, she was a lovely lady and will be missed in this community, thinking of you all.
The Groots
Pat Hertel
Sincere condolences to Jerry, Cheryl @ Dan on the passing of your Mom! Also condolences to all the family! She was so much fun to spend time with! She will be missed.
Jerry @ Pat Hertel