Obituary of Diane Shirley Rowe

Diane Shirley Rowe
December 3, 1950 - November 11, 2024

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Diane Shirley Rowe announce her passing at St Clare's Mercy Hospital in St. John’s, NL on November 11, 2024, at the age of 73. Her family was by her bedside during her final goodbye and are  heartbroken with the loss of our beautiful loved one.

Diane is predeceased by her parents Allan and Elizabeth Rowe, sisters Marguerite Green and Kathleen Rowe, and brothers David Rowe and Allan Rowe. Also from her second family Michael and Ada George, Alvina George and Peter McCullagh.

Leaving to mourn with loving and cherished memories is her lifetime partner and devoted friend Sheila George. Siblings: Kenneth Rowe (Janet), Sandra Hughes (Owen), Robert Rowe (Shirley), Doris Rowe (Vicky); Nieces and Nephews and their families: Karren Rowe, Cherie Rowe- Black, Charlene Evans, Joanne Rowe, Jennifer Rowe, Elizabeth Rowe, Nick Rowe, Sarah Rowe, Tammy Porter, Adam Giles, Jasmine Mertens, Tyler Rowe, Travis Rowe and Cody Holloway. Long time family friend Joan Rowe and Aunt Emily Bailey. Her great nieces, nephews and cousins also held a special place in her heart. She was very proud to be designated the family Matriarch after the passing of our mother. Diane's second family Joan Hynes (Robert), Mike George, Aiden (Ida), Don George (Theresa), Maureen George (Chris Rogers), Mahala McCullagh, Rhonda Lowes (Peter), Clayton Jones (Judy), Darrell Jones (Julie). 

A special thank you to our special sister in law Debbie Rowe who's devoted love and care for Diane throughout her recent illness was very appreciated.

Diane was always  in contact with her family and friends and acknowledged their special days such as birthdays and anniversaries. She was a kind gentle soul and always had a funny story about life events. She was a tremendous person, a confidante with broad shoulders that we could rely on.
 
Diane was an avid softball player taking the position of first base as well as mentoring her teammates through every catch, pitch and swing. She played goalie in broomball and helped shape women in sport overall with her enthusiasm and passion. She had an awesome talent for throwing darts and shooting pool. She also enjoyed playing cards with friends and family and telling stories which were hilarious and she enjoyed making people laugh. She also loved camping, music and played spoons along with the family musicians. During her many years of playing sports, she earned many awards and medals for her accomplishments. Overall she was an All-star athlete.

She also loved making beaded bracelets and was a perfectionist with every one that she created.

Diane was very proud of her forty three years of service while she was employed at Western Memorial Regional Hospital from which she retired in 2013. She was always eager to learn new skills and also to mentor her fellow colleagues.

The family would like to acknowledge the Health Care Professionals and Support Staff at Western Health, Health Sciences Center and St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital. All of you were very kind to Diane and we are so grateful for your tireless care and compassion. We would also like to thank the many friends and family that visited and supported her throughout her journey. 

Love you forever Diane. 

The family will be receiving guests on Friday, November 15 from 12 - 2 pm at Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St Mark’s Ave, Corner Brook. The funeral will take place in Fillatre’s Chapel at 2 pm., with Rev. Canon Tanya White officiating. Inurnment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery at 3 pm.

As expressions of sympathy, monetary donations to the Food Bank will be graciously accepted. 

The funeral service can be viewed live through the following link

https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=6b16cc9e-a470-4a6f-9c61-791d6162d710