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CATHERINE (DIANE) WHYARD
Born: Sep 08, 1944
Date of Passing: Feb 05, 2024
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryCATHERINE (DIANE) WHYARD
Catherine “Diane” Whyard (née Causley) passed late in the day on February 5, 2024, from rapid onset Alzheimer’s disease, at Misericordia Health Centre in Winnipeg.
Born to Desiree St. Leger Hayward and James Robert Causley on September 8, 1944, in Worthing, Sussex, UK, was brought to Canada as an infant and grew up in Southern Ontario.
In 1969, Diane, a 9 ½ fingered (thanks Barb), European educated debutante met proto-veterinarian Bruce Howard Whyard who convinced her to marry and move to Winnipeg, where Diane commenced her nursing career. As a graduate from Guelph School of Nursing in 1965, her journey in nursing led her to Deer Lodge Hospital, where she dedicated herself to caring for others who suffered from Alzheimer's with compassion and skill.
Diane, with her husband Bruce, travelled extensively around the world. During summer months, Diane enjoyed spending time with her family at the cottages on Thunder Bay Beach and on Bird Lake. When travelling and at the cottage, they were often accompanied by cherished friends and extended family.
Diane’s life was defined by her devotion to family and her fun-loving nature. She is survived by her loving husband Bruce, her brother Stephen James Causley (Faye), her son Christopher James Whyard (Rhoni), their children, Findley Eugene Whyard and Margot St. Leger Whyard, and her daughter and namesake Ashley Diane Buchan.
Despite her illness, her spirit remained strong. Diane, surrounded by her family, peacefully passed away, leaving behind a legacy of love and caring.
A celebration of her life will be held for friends and family this summer.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Diane’s memory to The Misericordia Health Centre Foundation, who’s staff showed Diane outstanding care and compassion during her brief stay with them, or to the Alzheimer's Society of Manitoba, would be appreciated.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 10, 2024, Feb 10, 2024
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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Arnold the girls and I wanted to pass our condolences on to you Bruce and your family. We are saddened to hear of Diane’s passing. I will always remember her beautiful smile and friendly manner. I’ll never forget Diane sitting at a table at a pig roast in the pouring rain enjoying her meal, she made the best of the day. Such a lovely spirit. Bird Lake has lost a great friend. Take care of one another. - Posted by: Wendy & Arnold Dietz (Friends) on: Feb 10, 2024
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Bruce and family, We were saddened to hear about Diane’s passing. She was a kindhearted, fun-loving and gentle soul. We will miss our dear friend and neighbor, and cherish fond memories of all the good times spent together at Bird Lake. With sincere sympathy. - Posted by: Lexie Fahey & family (Friends) on: Feb 10, 2024
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Bruce, our condolences to you and your family. Diane’s swims past our dock were always a nice highlight to our morning coffee. She always had time to visit with us and the kids. Her kindness and grace was evident every morning she passed by. We will always cherish those memories. - Posted by: Jason & Brianna Neufeld (Neighbour) on: Feb 10, 2024
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Our condolences to you and your family. I've had many fond memories and a lot of laughs working with Diane. She was a real joy to be around. - Posted by: Grant Fraser (Friend) on: Feb 10, 2024
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