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DIANA (FUNK) STEVENS

Born: Jan 03, 1962

Date of Passing: May 15, 2013

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DIANA (FUNK) STEVENS January 3, 1962 - May 15, 2013 Executive Director at Athletics Manitoba. Survived by her husband Timothy Stevens, and children Janelle (Aaron Forsberg), Michelle Giesbrecht (Ryan), Joel (Bronte Kibsey). Also survived by her parents, brother and sister. Funeral service will be at North Kildonan Mennonite Brethren Church, 1315 Gateway Road, 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 21. More information at www.friendsfs.ca.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 18, 2013

Condolences & Memories (19 entries)

  • Diana, you were one of the "wonderful people of the world"...full of kindness, loyalty, decency, thoughtfulness, warmth, and giving of yourself. We will miss you and we will keep you in our prayers with much love, Dawn MacGregor & Corinne MacGregor - Posted by: Dawn MacGregor and Corinne MacGregor (Friends from MB Track & Field ) on: Aug 09, 2013

  • We were so sorry to hear of Diana's tragic passing. We will miss seeing her at Lac Lu, Ontario. - Posted by: The Trudeaus and Palmers (neighours) on: Jul 14, 2013

  • We were so sorry to hear about Diana's tragic passing. We will miss her at Lac Lu, Ontario. The Trudeaus and Palmers - Posted by: Diane Trudeau (friend) on: Jul 11, 2013

  • We are so sorry for the loss of Diana; we will miss her around Lac Lu. She will always be remembered. - Posted by: The Trudeau's and The Palmer's (friends) on: Jul 08, 2013

  • Diana you touched so many, us included taking Dev to 2 hershey meets we always new he was safe under your care. You will be sadly missed. Our prayers go out to you Tim and your family. Just know the Lord must have had a very important task for her and she will take it on with her smile and a wink. Rest in piece Diana we will miss you - Posted by: Lorette Family Darren.Joy and Dev (friends) on: May 25, 2013

  • We are deeply saddened by this death. Diana was a great person really friendly and loving. Her support with our Track & Field trips to Hershey will never be forgotten. We will miss her deeply. She will always be remembered by us. Our Deepest Sympathy to her Husband, Children, Parents and all family members. From Kyia & Kyanna and the Giles Family. - Posted by: Kyia and Kyanna and the Giles family (Track coach ) on: May 21, 2013

  • Tim, I am so very sorry to hear about Diana. To go from such a wonderful happy family time to the most horrific time in a matter of hours is so very unbelievably sad. My heart goes out to you and your family. - Posted by: Bonnie Price (former co-worker at HRSDC) on: May 21, 2013

  • Diana was great to me, always positive and always supportive at the track. She will be dearly missed, my condolences go out to her family. - Posted by: Deric k () on: May 21, 2013

  • Our deepest sympathies to Diana's family. Such a tragic loss. Diana was such a friendly presence at all the track meets. Brodie had the greatest of times with her at Hershey and anytime she ran. It is so hard to believe that someone so special could be gone. She will be missed.... - Posted by: Brodie and Alice Whyte ((Friend through Track and Field)) on: May 21, 2013

  • We're so sorry to hear about Diana. She was such an important person to so many people. I can't imagine a track meet in Winnipeg without her there. Her dedication and commitment to athletics for children was unmeasurable. We will always remember her endless energy and enthusiam. Such a tragic loss for so many. Our deepest sympathies to her family and friends. Mark, Renee and Denise Grondin - Posted by: Denise Grondin (Worked track meets with Diana) on: May 21, 2013

  • Every memory of Diana is a great memory. She was good at everything - friendships, academics, & athletics. Always a positive person with a beautiful smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Peace be with you as you walk this journey - knowing a guardian angel walks along side you forever more. - Posted by: Colleen Loewen (REC friend/ basketball team mate) on: May 21, 2013

  • Tim, I am so sorry to hear about Diana. My deepest sympathy to you and all your family at this difficult time. I will keep you in my prayers. - Posted by: Vi Williams (Co-worker at Service Canada) on: May 20, 2013

  • Great person to have known. We wll miss her - Posted by: margaret mittelstadt (close friend) on: May 20, 2013

  • My deepest sympathy for your loss to the family. Diana will be deeply missed by the track and field community. Her smile, her dedication, her organization were unsurpassed. - Posted by: Alphonse Bernard () on: May 20, 2013

  • Diana was one of the most amazing women I know. I had the privilege of getting to know her these past couple of years and considered her a friend and loved sharing our faith. She was so proud of her kids...always talked about them. She will be truly missed here on earth... - Posted by: Shauna Wear (Friend - daughter runs track - sister in Christ ) on: May 19, 2013

  • "When the heart grieves over what it has lost, the spirit rejoices over what it has left" (Sufi Epigram). Diana set a wonderful example not only for myself as a coach, but for all my young students. She always had the time to listen, had a personable and friendly manner and was supportive and encouraging. Her dedication to her job was obvious. She will leave a lasting impression at Athletics Manitoba and with all who knew her. - Posted by: Avril Pienaar (Physical Education Teacher) on: May 19, 2013

  • JAKE, AGNUS, JACKIE AND DINANA FAMILY, So very sadden to hear of the loss of Diana. Thinking of you all, and knowing that your ANGEL is heaven to watch over you all. May you be comforted by that thought. God bless you all - Posted by: SHELLEY DUNN (FAMILY FRIEND) on: May 19, 2013

  • Tim I don't know what to say other than I'm so sorry to hear about your tremendous loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. - Posted by: Jeannette Chaput () on: May 18, 2013

  • Our sincere and deepest sympathies to Diana's family. Our hearts and prayers go out to you all. It was a pleasure knowing and working with Diana through AM and we are grateful for all she has done, not only for us but for the entire T&F community. Diana will be greatly missed, she was a great person. - Posted by: Karen Kitching Melissa Kitching (Friend through Track & Field) on: May 18, 2013

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