STEPHENS, Diana Stephens - Born in 1945, passed away on April 1, 2024.
Her life journey took her from Montreal to Toronto, and finally to Victoria, embracing each location's unique beauty and opportunities.
Diana found joy in art, sculpting with marble, alabaster and bronze, and painting seascapes, often incorporating elements found during her beachcombing adventures.
Despite a late start, she pursued elder care education in the 1990s, founding Gentlewoman Services, showcasing her caring and entrepreneurial spirit.
Known for her love of travel and sweets, Diana's explorations were as much about discovering the world's beauty as they were about sampling its culinary delights. Her condo in Victoria, a true reflection of her taste, was a welcoming haven for all.
She cherished her family deeply - her children, Stephen, Emily-Jane, Patrick, and Chris; and grandchildren, Georgia, Molly, Josephine, Desheka, Frances, and Dylan. Predeceased by her brother, Ian Stephens.
Diana's sisters, Mary-Pat Hebert and Caroline Marshall, alongside her family continue to celebrate her legacy of creativity, compassion, and adventure.
A Celebration of Life will be held in Victoria at Somerset House, on April 5th, 1-3 p.m. A second celebration will take place in Toronto in June.
Donations, in lieu of flowers, can be made to Victoria Women in Need Community Cooperative (www.womeninneed.ca/).
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