Long time Flight Attendant with Air Canada
After a courageous struggle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia, at Southlake Regional Health Care Centre, Newmarket, with her family by her side, on Tuesday, September 6, 2016, Diana Cook, Palgrave, at the age of 64 years, beloved wife of Jim Cook. Loving mother of Brendan and his wife Sabrina, and Lauren. Cherished grandma of Amelia and Elijah. Dear daughter of Dorothea and the late Harold Howie. Dear sister of Joan and her husband Tom Conboy, and Gary Howie. Fondly remembered by her many friends and co-workers, especially Michelle and her husband Craig. Diana loved and will be missed by her walking companion Riley.
The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) Monday from 5 – 9 o’clock and on Tuesday morning, September 13 from 10 o’clock until time of funeral service in the chapel at 11 o’clock.
Followed by cremation.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation, 610 University Avenue, Toronto M5G 2M9.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Shelly Witzke
Our hearts are saddened by your loss. We will miss Diana’s cheerful voice in the neighbourhood and on the trail.
Sending our love.
the Witzke’s
Laurie J Caldwell
Hi Jim and family, I was shocked to hear of Diane’s passing. I am so very sorry for your loss . Paul and I hope to be at her celebration of life, xo. Laurie Caldwell
Georgiena Boyle
So sorry to hear this sad news. I met her at Laila’s and enjoyed our conversations and her sense of humour. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May lots of happy memories sustain you through the days ahead..
Georgiena Boyle
Kevin Dwyer
Diana was a vivacious life affirming light in a at times dismal world. She brought joy to her family, friends and passengers
at A/C, and as her brother Gary’s friend, I only wish that my wife Andrea and I had been able to get to know her and her
loved one’s better. It comforts us to know she is in a better place and no longer suffering from this terrible disease. No
amount of distance and time will separate Diana from those who loved and cared for her throughout the years. God bless to all.
Greg Manion
Jim and family. Sorry to hear about the passing of Diana . Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Greg & Helen Manion
Carlye Reid
I am so sorry for you loss. Diana was such an amazing person and had a truly incomparable light about her. I hope that your memories of her bring you peace. We are thinking of you.
Donna Marie Sawicki
MY heart is heavy but tears of Joy happens when I think of Diana in her beautiful life we all shared with her in all so many stunning and breathtaking and “funny” ways !
Dear Jim and Family . Sorry of your loss . My prayers are with you ! To Michele and Craig . We share your grief !
Love Donna Sawicki
Ursula Cimmers
I was so fortunate in seeing Diana recently, I am blessed with the memory of her smile, humour and
positive attitude . My deepest condolences to the family, may God go with you as you heal.
Trish Boehler and Murray Osborne
Dear Jim and Family
We are so sad to not have Diana here. She was sure a ball of fire and lightened up a room whenever she walked in. Great conversation and tons a laughter has been shared with Murray and I. We hold our memories with you and Diana closely and we know she will be with us forever. Another star is shining down on us brightly. RIP Diana
Terry
Dear Jim and family I am saddened to hear about the loss of your wife and mother, please accept our condolences and heart felt sorrow.
Terry Britton and family
Jim Stewart
I was deeply saddened with news of Diana’s passing. Although I hadn’t seen her for many years – I have great memories of our airline days at Wardair and Canadian Airlines. My condolences to all her family and friends.
Laila Capel and Ron Morse
Dear Jim and Family,
Ron and I were shocked and saddened to hear about Diana’s passing. We were hopeful for a recovery and were anticipating many more years of fun and laughter together. She always lit up a room with the energy she had and was always so much fun to be around. Such a passionate person and now truly an angel. Rick has a buddy up in Heaven now, and I can just hear him saying, “Oh boy, here comes Ma Cook!” Jim, you are in our thoughts and prayers and we offer our most heartfelt condolences. Think of the good times and cherish the memories. I know I will.
Kathy Masters
I am so sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Diana many times over the years and it always involved fun and laughter. I can still see her infectious smile.My prayers are with you and your family.
Kathy Masters
David & Liz Dash
I am so saddened by the news of your great loss. Peace be with you Jim, and your family; both now during this difficult time, as well as going forward in the absence of your beloved Diana.
Dave and Kathy Wakefield
Jim and family
My thoughts and heart go out to you at this difficult time. Diana will be missed greatly by those who knew her.
Pauline Salter
Dear Jim and Family:
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May the good memories of Diana help you through the difficult times ahead.
Dave Forfar
Jim there are no words! Just know you have many friends who care about you and your family and we are all here to help see you through in sad times. So nice to hear that Diana worked at a career in her life that made her happy. I am sure some of her stories were hilarious and others not so funny but the love of the job kept her going to work. Please accept my heartfelt condolences on Diana’s passing.
Mike Boadway and family
So sorry to hear the sad news of your loss Jim.
Judy and Rob Churcher
Jim and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of Diana’s passing.
I have so many great memories of flying with her and our fun get togethers in the Wardair days!
We know she will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Our deepest sympathies.
Judy and Rob Churcher
Elaine Willard
My sincere condolances to Diana’s family and friends. I met her at the Palgrave tennis club, then the Bolton Wellness Centre and then we became walking buddies on the rail trail when I moved to Palgrave. I well remember when she first got Riley and how very much she loved him. I have not seen Diana recently and am deeply saddened by her passing. Her smile and friendly nature will always be remembered.
Marie and Joe Rizzuti
Our sincere condolences to Jim and Family DIANE will be greatly missed by those who knew her . Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family .
Greg Meyer
Jim and Brendan, our thoughts are with you during this most difficult time in your life. Cherish the memories and know that you are both loved by many. Your fire family will be here for you always. Please accept deepest condolences from my family and myself.
Jane and Joe Reed
Dear Jim and Family
Please know that our hearts are also saddened with the news of Diana. It’s been several years since we had any contact with you both but please know that we have only good memories of our friendship during the early years at Wardair. I remember so vividly Diana telling me she got hired as a flight attendant.! Such great news it was! We are so thankful to have worked and socialized with you both during that time. Diana was one fine person with an incredible sense of humour.
Our condolences and prayers are with you and your family.
Jane and Joe Reed
Holly Millar
Dear Jim,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids during this terribly difficult time. Diana will be missed by anyone that had the pleasure of knowing her. I wish you strength and wish Diana peace.
Deborah Yorke
Dear Jim, Brendan, Lauren, Sabrina and “Riley”; Diana was a special lady that we all had the good fortune to meet, work with and know. I feel so fortunate to have seen her lately and I had the opportunity to tell her, as I was hugging her goodbye, how much we love her. My condolences and prayers go with you all.
Denise Doxtater
Dear Jim and family
Diana was a light and breath of fresh air. Her infectious smile and laugh would keep us all entertained on our flights with wardair and canadian.
I would always look forward to working with her.
My heart is with you all
RIP Diana and soar with your own wings now.
Heidi Gregoric
Diana was such a wonderful person to work with. She was kind, caring and always made you laugh! She always talked proudly of her family. She will be greatly missed by her colleges at Air Canada. My deepest sympathy to her family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Joanne Seifried Bulkiewski
Sorry to hear of Diana’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Diana was a fun loving person who enjoyed life. May she rest in peace.
Linda Jackson
My heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Diana…It is hard to express the sadness I feel ..I remember all the fun times working with her and the many laughs…She will be dearly missed by all that knew her..
Leslea Bird
Dear Jim,
My sincerest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your wife Diana.
Lois Welch
Dear Jim and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I truly believed that if anyone could fight this horrible disease it would have been Diana. I miss her lovely presence as I wander through our neighborhood alone on my bike or walking with my little gray dog. My deepest sympathy.
With love,
Lois Welch
Rita and Ian Cooke
Dear Jim and family.
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. I will miss her smile and story’s .. Her Airline family will miss her terribly, With our deepest sympathy. Rita and Ian Cooke.
Sonya Sokoliuk
There are no words to ease the pain of your loss. Diana was a great colleague, made us laugh, and always spoke of her loved ones with incredible pride…especially her grand children….My heartfelt Condolonces to Dianas’ family and friends. Dianas’ star will be shining bright each an every day over all her loved ones.
Rest in Peace Diana….thank you for all the chuckles and for just being you, a beautiful woman.
Love ,
Sonya
Barbara and Spencer Gludish
I have known Diana as a child, as a young woman and as a loving wife and grandmother. It is comforting to know that her family and friends were by her side throughout her illness. She will be greatly missed. Our condolences to the Howie, Cook and Conboy families.
Well Wiltshire
Brendan,
From your friends on C Platoon and at Davis Court we offer our deepest sympathies. You and your family will be in our thoughts.
C Platoon
Jana Corrigan
I had the pleasure of starting my Wardair life with Diana in our training class. She was always smiling and a very thoughtful, kind woman. Her laugh was pure and will remain in my memory. A wonderful example of a very decent human being.
Linda Marshall
I remember dinner and theatre in London, not the dinner or play but the fun and laughs because Diana was there.
I remember how you loved your garden and your wonderful laugh.
Condolences to your family, Jim, Brendan, Sabrina, Lauren, Amelia, and Elijah.
Sandy Griffin-Reading
My condolences Jim, to you and your family. I always enjoyed flying with Diana and hearing about
her garden. My thoughts are with you.
Sincerely
Sandy Griffin-Reading
Mike Cadden
Dear Jim, Brendan and Family,
Our condolences for your loss.
Rest in peace Diane.
Mike, Krysta and Holden
Carolyn Dalgard
As a long-time friend and neighbour of Diana’s sister Joan and Tom Conboy, I would like to extend my heartfelt sympathy to the Cook, Howie and Conboy families. Such a great loss to all of a wonderful woman.
MJ Vaughan
Dear family of Diane. . My heart is heavy as yours are broken. Too young and vivacious to go so soon. Beautiful lady inside and out. Amazing daughter in law, sister in law, grandmother and mother in law too, caring friend, loved so much by everyone.. we all saw and felt it. Diane your smile will be in our hearts forever. Peace be with you.
Linda McMullen
Dear Jim and family. It was so nice to see Diana one last time at a long-time colleagues pre-retirement party
back on August 20/16. Like a lot of us that were there, we have known Diana for over 40 yrs. with our flying
career and had a lot of memorable events to share. Her beautiful smile and happy outlook will be missed by many.
I am very saddened and shocked by Diana’s passing after just seeing her a short time ago. She was so very stoic
and optimistic in sharing her illness. My prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time.
The Klein Family
As a long-time friend of Diana’s brother Gary Howie, I would like to extend Our most sincere condolences to the Cook, Howie and Conboy families.You will be greatly missed by everyone. God Bless and Rest in Peace Diana.
Jeremy and Laurie and David Jenkins
Dear Jim and Brendan:
My sincerest sympathy to you and your families on the loss of your wife and mother, Diana.
Donna Fram
To Jim and the family,
I am very saddened for your loss. Diana was friend and co-flight attendant with me from way back in the Wardair days. We always had shared lots of laughs on flights. She is already missed by all of us.
Madeleine Spence
Dear Jim, Brendan, Sabrina, Amelia, Elijah and family,
It is with great sadness that I hear of Diana’s passing. Last time I run into her was at Garden Foods in Bolton. Her bright smile was always so uplifting. Sabrina often talked about her when she cut my hair and come to think of it, her haircut looked similar to mine before I turned white and let it grow. I am so very sorry for your loss, Brendan. She will be missed by many. My sincere condolences to the family.
Eija Aaltonen
I am shocked and saddened to hear of Diana’s passing. She was an amazing person. My thoughts and prayers are with you ,Jim, and your family, and also with Michele and Craig. I will truly miss flying with Diana. With deepest sympathy. Eija Aaltonen
Atkinson Family, Gail, Glenn, Claire & Shane (& Gemini)
The Palgrave neighborhood has been holding its breath and hoping the best for Diana. So sorry that she has passed. I know that she has added a vital spark to our neighbourhood and trail and will be sorely missed. Whenever she was out power walking with her earbuds and Ryley she would always pause to pass on the most passionate comments about the happenings of the area Her avid gardening advice was always appreciated. . We will miss her and pass on our sincere condolences to her family, Jim, Lauren, Brendan & Sabrina, Amelia, Elijah, , Ryley & Millie. So glad that you are part of our Palgrave neighbourhood now. Our sincerest sympathy on your loss.
Paddy Running-Horan
No words can express the light that was extinguished from the many people who knew and loved her and the world is a little darker now too. Now Diana can spread her own wings and fly. RIP, my friend.
The Atkinson Family
The whole neighbourhood had been holding its breath and hoping for Diana. So sorry to hear of her passing. Meeting up with her on the trail while she was power walking with her headphones and Riley over the years was always fun. She had a spark and passion whenever we would chat about the latest local news or gardening tip. Our condolences to Jim, Lauren, Brendan, Sabrina, Elijah, Amelia, Riley & Millie.
From Gail & Glenn Atkinson (& Gemini)
Cameron and Natalie Stewart
Our condolences to the family on this momentous loss. She was such a memorable, vivacious woman. Palgrave and the trail won’t be the same without her. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ingrid McAdam
It is with sadness I send my sincere condolences to Diana’s family and friends. I will never forget the good times and laughter we shared together. Diana was quite a lovely character, always making me laugh. I will cherish the wonderful memories. Peace
Raymond Lauzon
My deepest and warmest condolences to the family. Diana was a special lady and I have fond memories of her. She had a wonderful sense of humour and made me laugh. I will truly miss my Frankfurt buddy. May you rest in peace. I will never forget you and your beautiful smile.
The Colosimo's
Our deepest condolences to all of you. Diana had the most wonderful laugh – it echoed through the neighbour hood when she was out walking. Such a friendly woman with a beautiful smile and oh, how she loved her grandchildren…..and Riley!
She will be sadly missed by all of us.
Jankowski Family
We are very sorry for your loss of your wife and mother.
Our condolences to your family.
Donata Sforza
I wish to express my sincerest condolence to all of Diana’s family for her untimely departure from this world.
I am sorry that her strong determination and will-power was simply not enough to fight off her illness.
She was a lovely colleague and such a pleasure to work with and whom always brought a smile to one’s face. Her love of life and family resonated in her positive character. Diana often had a great story to share and it was always fun to listen to her.
The photo you chose is exactly how I picture Diana, smiling and beautiful and always up-lifting with her infectious sense of humour.
I pray that Diana finds peace and happiness in her eternal life and be able to continue shining her bright light on all her loved ones.
” Though the voice is quiet, the Spirit echoes still”.
annecorman
Dear Jim and family,
I was saddened to hear about Diana’s passing. My prayers and thoughts go out to Jim and family, also Michelle and Craig. Diana was a wonderful person. I will miss her greatly. Rest in peace Diana.
Lisa and David Lima
Dear Jim
We were shocked and saddened to hear about the passing of Diane. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Eleanor Appel and Bob Elder
Dear Jim and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. Diana’ beautiful bright smile and her great sense of humour will be missed by so many. It is our pleasure to have known and worked with Diana for so many years.
You are in our thoughts,
Eleanor and Bob
Chris (Primm) and Ricardo Olibera
Dear Jim, Brendan and Lauren
We are so sorry for the loss of your beautiful wife, mother, and grandmother.
Every time I went to work and I knew that I would be working with Diana my life would light up.
I know that she is now in heaven telling her stories and making someone laugh. We will miss her so much.
Rest in peace . Our prayers are with you.
AnneMcEwan
Dear Jim
My deepest condolences to you and your family for the loss of our dear Diana
Jeff& Pamela Chung
Dear Jim and family. Our deepest condolences. May all your happy memories help you through this most difficult time. Dianna you must be smiling down at us in heaven..
mike & lisa petters
we will remember the happy times of walks and talks with Diana … she will be missed … family hugs to you all.
your palgrave friends, mike & lisa petters (& mackenzie sends hugs to riley)
Ingrid Banks
Dear Jim and family
Very sorry to hear about Dianne passing.
Ingrid Banks
MaryLynn, Jay, Brianne and Sean Purchase
Dear Jim, Lauren, Brendan, Sabrina, Amelia, Elijah, Riley, Karen, Dorothea, Gary, Joan, Tom and all families
Diana a vivacious,beautiful friend for many years, Diana always had an joyous laugh, shared by all she met. She always was a shining example of her love of life, family and friends.
Diana was so courageous and strong in her determination to challenge her diagnosis.
As brightly as she shone amongst us, Diana will be brightly shing down on us from the heavens.
Her loving husband, Jim, Brendan and Sabrina and Lauren, Amelia and Elijah are her legacy, She was so proud of.
May all the family cherish friendships and love that surrounds you. Prayers for peace.
Diana will be in our hearts forever.
Butch Berry
Very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Debbie Murphy
My prayers & thoughts are with you Jim & family & also to Michele & Craig who have known you for so very long.
Diana & I go back to the good old “Wardair” days. I remember her as a fun loving person with a great sense of humour!
She will be loved & live on in our hearts by all who knew her.
May your happy memories & support of family & friends be with you at this difficult time
Elizabeth and Gordon Morton
Jim,
We are so very sorry to hear of Diana’s death.
She was a lovely person, someone whom Gordon and I loved meeting on the trail as she walked with Riley.
We will think of her often as we walk, and of you with deep sympathy.
Elizabeth and Gordon
Sharon Rush
I was very saddened to learn of Diana’s passing and my thoughts and prayers are with you Jim and your family and Diana’s friends who I am sure will miss her greatly. I havent flown with Diana in many years but I smile when I think of her not only because of her mischevious smile and wonderful sense of humour but because she epitomized what Maya Angelou spoke of when she said, ” People may forget what you said, people may forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel”…she touched everyone who had the good fortune to know her.
Maryann Jefferies
I was shocked and then saddened when I heard of Diana ‘s passing. I met her and Riley on the trail a very short time ago and she seemed to be doing so well with the new treatment regime. I will always think of her when I am on the trail we met there so many times over the years and I always enjoyed talking to her. My heartfelt condolences to you JIm and your family.
Maryann Jefferies
Debbie Thompson
Dear Jim and family
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Diana’s passing.
Diana was in my class at Wardair even though I hadn’t seen her in a few years Diana was the most genuine person I knew. My heart and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time
Debbie Thompson
Mike & Diane Short
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are going to miss Diana’s laugh and her insistence to play ‘spoons’ on our weekends away. She was a good friend and will be missed.
Our condolence to you Jim and the family
Love Mike & Diane Short
Rest in Peace Diana…..
Jeff & Pamela Chung
Dear Jim & family. Our deepest condolences. And may your happy memories of a lovely wife. Mother. grandmother and friend give you strength for this difficult time. Dianna must be smiling down at us from Heaven….rest in peace my lovely friend.
Dalene cook
My heart goes out to you all ……Jim, Brendan , Lauren , Sabrina, Elijah, and Amelia.
I think of you everyday, and wish you all well.
Jim- I would love it if you could come out this way and maybe jerry, Jeannie and I could do something out here as well with you. All in due time.
Hugs and love to you all
Darlene
Sandra Remus
To the Cook & Howie Family & Friends,
May all of your fond memories support you through your private grief journeys. Diana was a very bright light of fun & great humour. Always a great big smile!!! She was as beautiful inside & out, always a delight to work with.
My thoughts & prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. May she be at peace now.
Sincerely,
Sandy Remus ( Flight Attendant Toronto Base)
Lynne Conyers
Dear Jim and family
I am so sorry for your loss,
Knowing Diana for many years at all our previous airlines, her smile, stories and love for her family were what got us through the long flights.
My Deepest Condolences to her family
Lynne Conyers
Jamie and Ute Matheson
We are so very sorry for your loss Jim.
Our thoughts are with you and your family.
We’re sure she will be missed greatly by all of you.
Mario and Rita Ragogna
Dear Jim and Family. Our hearts go out to you. We are sadden to hear of Diane’s passing. We are very sorry for your loss. God bless you and your families.
Nancy McEachnie
My thoughts & prayers are with you all; I enjoyed many layovers with Diana; most importantly New Zealand & Australia
We shared laughter & stories beyond! We even shared the “loss of an engine” ! Her zeal for life was endless
Our love & prayers to for this day & beyond; Jim; She was always so proud that she could still fit into her wedding dress
She loved you all! xoxoxo
Ligita Mikelsons
I too, as so many others, was saddened to hear of Diana’s passing. Whenever I had the pleasure of working with her, we would always have an enjoyable flight, and an enjoyable layover as well. She was a laugh a minute. I’m glad to have met her husband Jim, and children Brendan and Lauren, at the visitation on Monday. Gone too soon. God rest her soul
Janet and Dan And Michael Sheehan
We were so saddened to hear of Diane’s passing.
Gone way too soon, but she will always continue to live on in your hearts. Our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
Carol (Craig) McCluskey
Thinking of you and your family at this very sad time.
She will always be in your heart and memories.
Heather Finnimore
I sadly heard the news yesterday of Diana’s passing.
I had the pleasure of working with Diana and will miss her very much. She was always so happy, had a million stories to tell and always good for a laugh. She was absolutely beautiful, inside and out.
I especially loved hearing her talk about her family-she loved them so much! It was lovely listening to her.
I am so sorry and my heartfelt condolences go to her family and loved ones.
Patti Baker
I was so sorry to hear about Diana. It was too late to attend her service. Our colleagues at work always asked for updates when they learned I live in Palgrave. My sympathies to Jim, Brendan< Sabrina and Lauren. This was sad news.
Sharon and Bob Meier
Dear Jim and Family:
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you all.
Diana will be missed by us all.
May she rest in Peace.
Deepest Condolences,
Sharon and Bob Meier
Bob and Ellen de Carle
Jim and family:
We were saddened to learn of Diana’s passing. Her smile, our brief chats, and her energy, while walking Riley on the trail, will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Bob and Ellen de Carle
Ginette Cochrane
So terribly saddened to hear of Diana’s passing, may you find comfort in your cherished memories. I know Diana only from the trail, but every time we met she would speak of you, it was evident that she loved you all very much and was very proud of you. May she rest in peace.