passed away peacefully at the Eden House on Friday, March 9, 2012 in her 66th year.

Diana was the cherished wife and soul mate of Peter and the loving mother of Eilleen Buchholz (Adam), Katherine Thomson and Tony Van Dam (Christine), and John and Chris Van Dam.

She was the loving “grams” of Elliot, Max, Abbey, Anthony, Bradley, Caroline and Joseph.

She is survived by Dorothy Staal and was predeceased by Vern Staal, Lella and Bjarne Hille and her brothers Floyd and Elling.

Friends are invited to join the family at Knox Presbyterian Church, 44 Main Street North, Acton, Ontario from two o’clock on Saturday, March 17th, 2012 until the service to celebrate the life of Diana, which will be conducted by the Rev. Ralph Neil at three o’clock.

Remembrances to The Alzheimers Society or the Acton Food Bank would be appreciated by the family.

On line condolences and donations may be made at www.mackinnonfamilyfuneralhome.com.