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Diane KOZAK
December 31, 1948 - December 10, 2020
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On December 10, 2020, Mrs. Diane Kozak of Vilna passed away at the age of 71 years. She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Raymond; 2 daughters & 2 sons, Sheri (Yvon) Belland of Morinville, Elden of Vilna, Cindy (Barry) Cherniwchan & Dean (Dawn) both of Bellis; 8 grandchildren, Celina, Kaila, Mackenzie, Sabrina, Jami, Cassidy, Cody & Caleigh; 1 great-granddaughter, Charlotte; mother, Amy Gillard of Ponoka; 2 brothers, Tim (Cheryl) Gillard of Tees & Ken (Anita) Gillard of Clive; numerous nieces & nephews. Mrs. Kozak was predeceased by her father, Walter Gillard; uncle, Jack Seaville; & auntie, Barb Goddard.
Diane was a Registered Nurse for 48 years, most of her career spent at the Our Lady’s Hospital in Vilna, AB. Diane had many hobbies, they included, sewing, gardening, crocheting/knitting & travelling around the world with family. She loved spending time with her grandkids, and there wasn’t a dance recital, 4-H show or Archery that she wouldn’t attend. Diane’s family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the nursing staff at the George McDougall Health Centre, Dr. Henrik Lourens, as well as the Smoky Lake Home Care team for their excellent care & compassion shown towards mom. Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Mrs. Kozak’s Life will take place at a later date. If desired, donations may be made to Haying in the 30’s (Cancer Support Society) c/o 5626-51 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A1. To send condolences online, please visit www.gracegardensfuneralchapel.com.
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From: Florence Borch
Relation: friend
Our sincere sympathy to you Ray and family in your loss. I will always remember Diane for the smile and laughter and red hair. Thinking of you with love Florence(Dorash) Borch
From: Barry and Darlene Sydor
Relation: Friend
Our deepest sympathy to Ray and the family. Diane was a special person that brought joy to all around her. She will be greatly missed.
From: Karen Toma
Relation: Neighbor
Ray, Sheri, Elden, Cindy, Dean and to Diane’s entire family: On behalf of the Bobocel family please accept our sincere condolences for your loss. I will always remember Diane’s laugh, smile and friendship. When you arrived at her home the coffee was always on. May the prayers of family and friends ease some of the pain you’re all feeling. May she Rest In Peace. Memory eternal.
From: Bev & Marshall Pawluk
Relation: Friends
Condolences to Ray and his family. You now have a special guardian angel watching over you & she left you with many, many good memories.
From: Richard Diane & Ericka Rurka
Our condolences to Diane’s family at your loss of a lovely lady. May you be surrounded by love and care during this difficult time.
From: Barb Eastland
Relation: Worked with Diane at Vilna Hospital
So sorry to hear of Diane’s passing. My condolences to Ray and family. A beautiful lady. My thoughts with you all.
From: Marlaine Pidluzny
Relation: Co-worker and friend
Dear Family of Diane Kozak
I am so sorry for the loss of your wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Diane and I worked together for many, many years as co-workers at Our Lady’s Hospital in Vilna until it closed. But our friendship was strong. The 25 years plus of making cabbage rolls (because you didn’t like rolling the sour leaves) for Easter and Christmas. The many short trips to craft shows, planning our “old staff” reunions and just conversations and laughs on the phone. You will be missed my dear, dear friend but never forgotten.
From: MARJORIE Bauer
Relation: Friend
Deepest Sympathies to you Ray and to the rest of your family. Diane was a great neighbor, good friend and wonderful, caring person. Marjorie (Gates) Bauer
From: Walter & Lois Malysh
Relation: Neighbour
Please accept our most sincere condolances. She has been taken to soon. S he will be missed by many people that she has come to know after spending over 40 yrs. serving the public as a nurse. Rest in peace Diane. Your work here is done.
From: Mary and Peter Flondra
Relation: friends of the family,
To Diane’s family:
Diane was a special lady, a person who knew how to speak her mind but could do it in a friendly way. She spent many working hours at the local hospital and health centre nursing . Rest easy Diane your laughter will be enjoyed by many.
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