To our beloved Aunty Di ...you were an absolute treasure in our lives, a beacon of love and kindness who could light up a room with your presence alone. Your heart was one of the biggest I’ve ever known, always reaching out to help others and making everyone feel cared for. Your warmth and generosity touched so many lives, and we will forever cherish the countless memories we created together. From the laughter that left us in stitches, to those late-night phone calls where we talked about everything under the sun, our moments together were filled with joy and love. You were such a loving great-aunt to Ben and Georgia, and they, too, will carry those memories close to their hearts. The songs we sang, the laughter we shared, and the time we spent together – these are the memories that will last a lifetime. Though words feel too small to express just how much you meant to us, please know that we love you deeply. I hope you’re surrounded by love up there, reunited with Uncle Gordy and all the other precious souls we hold close. We will miss you every day, Aunty, but your love, your laughter, and your memory will live on in us always.

To Wayne and Family, Our deepest condolences on the passing of Mum, I was lucky to see her on the Friday that she passed and accompanied her in the ambulance. Will miss her popping in for coffee, sampling my cooking and the two of us baking numerous Christmas Cakes and other goodies. Diana and I had a friendship that was no airs or graces, take us as we were. Will miss her phone calls and gardening tips and collecting plants from all over. R.I.P. dear friend, say hello to Gordon and my Mum who you were with when she passed. Thanks for your friendship.😘😘💐

Aunty Di, your caring, empathetic and loving personality made you a one of a kind mother, sister, daughter and aunty. Your shells and aquatic treasures made us connect as we both love the environment. You were always interested in what was going on with us and made my mum so happy. You have left a mark on all our hearts, and I hope you’re finally sleeping peacefully. Love from Ruby xx

Thank you for being such a beautiful, fun loving, flamboyant Aunty who always had time to talk and connect. I'm forever grateful that I grew up with you just around the road on Matapana during the 80s. A fond memory will always be of the parties had around Christmas /New year's in your front yard, cliffside above Palm beach. Hanging out in the Tiki hut that uncle Gord made...great music, yummy food, good times with the fam and uncle Gordon at the bar.🍸 Then when you guys made the big move to the mainland, alittle while after Nan passed in the early 90s, life was never the same. That must have been hard for you to leave Aunty Di, and as much as I didn't want you to go I understood why. You will always be the Queen of Palm Beach in my heart 🏝👸 I know Nan & Uncle Gord where there ready and waiting to pick you up on Friday night. 🥰 Grandad was busy being the messenger apparently! Will miss you & love you always 😘

Cannot believe Dianna that you have gone,so suddenly.Not even time to say goodbye.Love you to heaps girlfriend..Rest in peace.,dianna.Sarah pivac

Hi Di, from our first encounter, when I was nine. Being told off by my soon to be sister-in-law and responding. I don't care! Somehow even then I knew I would. Fifty-Four years later through the highs, lows and just everyday life stuff, I have a deep sense of unconditional love, one that will endure us all until we see you again. With Love and appreciation from the Mclauchlan Whanau.

Fly high little sister ..we spent many years as kids doing kids stuff over the hills around the rocks and on the beach’s ..looking for bird nest along the swamp and catching fish out on Nani just enjoying th paradise we lived in. So glad you came over to Aotea and sat in mums garden with the Kākā and felt mums presence at her spiritual home..your love and dedication to Gordon was second to none especially in his time of need and truly amazing..I will meet u again so till then enjoy the beautiful place you deserve on a journey that never ends. Love u always. Stu.

di my phone is silent no more chats laughs or arguments abt this and that as we did theres not enogh room to write how much i loved u not just as my sister but a friend. now i burbling on di so this is not goodbye its see ya later youwill be in my heart foreverxxxxx your sis lucille xxxx

Was always great to have a chat after mowing the lawns in Leiden Place,Great neighbours. Made a awesome carrot cake. You can be with Gordon again.

So many memories of Diana A early one is you go go dancing at Ostend hall dance at 16 , what great dances they were …. of us playing poker most of the night in holidays with Mum and family , you and Mum on mini motorbike going shopping ..lol. we had so many walks around the rocks and over the hills with the kids ,the birthday parties and swimming at Palm Bch … good memories . You were kind , caring and generous , it’s hard to believe you have gone , but not really as you will live on in us. Will miss the chats … You will be with your loved ones on the other side , keeping them on their toes I bet . Love you always 🌹🌻❤️

Auntie Diana, I will cherish our memories together and all the laughs we had. Thank you for always being my biggest supporter. Shine bright up there with Uncle Gordie and Pop Pop x Heaven has gained the most loving, big hearted and giving Angel and they are lucky to have you. You will be heavily missed but your smile will love on through all of those you have touched with your heart. Love you forever and always 🤍🫶🕊️

To my beautiful cousin I'm pleased I visited you when I did. Love to extended family too. Rest in peace with Gordy. Kia Kaha family.