Dianne Joyce Gessleman
September 4th, 2020
Dianne Joyce Gessleman of Lacombe, AB passed away on Friday, September 4, 2020 at the age of 71 years. Dianne was born in Rose Valley, SK on December 18, 1948 to Matthew and Margaret Currie.
Dianne is lovingly remembered by her children, Loreen (Roger) of Warman, SK, David (Stephanie) of Red Deer, AB, and Angela (Rick) of Calgary, AB; four grandchildren, Katarinya (Bailey) of Edmonton, AB, Peytra (Jayden) of Millet, AB and, Justus and Analiese of Warman, SK. She is also survived by her mother, Margaret of Stettler, AB; sister, Esther of Stettler, AB; brother, Ernest of Clive, AB,; and sister, Beryl of Stettler, AB. Dianne was predeceased by her husband, Wendell.
Wendell and Dianne married in 1967 and resided on a farm in the Lacombe area until 2006 when they moved to an acreage east of Lacombe. Dianne loved spending time outside gardening, tending to the yard and using her power tools (especially her chain saw). She also looked forward to spending time in Kananaskis each summer with friends and family. One of her favorite hikes was Ptarmigan Cirque, and she was sure to be found on that trail each year. Dianne also adored spending time with family and friends, and could often be found hosting visitors from near and far. She also kept herself busy sewing and crocheting blankets for friends and family.
Dianne was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia on August 12, 2020. To her friends and family, her passing seemed sudden. However, we can take comfort in Psalm 139:16 that says, “You saw me before I was born. Every day of my life was recorded in your book. Every moment was laid out before a single day had passed.” Dianne will be dearly missed by friends and family.
Messages:
Loreen, Roger & family; So sorry to hear of the loss of Dianne ~ blessings on you all as you remember her kindness, love & generosity of spirit...Peace
To Dianne’s family, I am so sad to hear of a dear friend passing with this dreadful AML! I can’t even believe it! I’m thinking of each one of you during this very sad time! Dianne and I we’re best friends in school In Satinwood and have stayed in touch. Spent time together with illness of our husbands we’re going through almost 5 years ago! Dianne was a dear and kind lady! She will be sadly missed! My thoughts and prayers are with you. Wanda Miller Mehling
We are so very sorry to hear of Dianne’s passing. She was such a kind and generous person. We were always so grateful for her visits to mom & dad as well as the goodies she would drop off, she also would bring Auntie Margaret along to see them, those times were very special and meant a lot. Offering condolences to all the families, our thoughts and prayers are with you all in the days ahead , you have lost a kind and gentle soul!
So sorry for your loss!!! Hugs and prayers to all the family!
My condolences to the family of Diane. She always showed me kindness and generosity whenever I spent time in her home or her company. Her love of her Savior was evident in all she did and so, we rest in the hope that we will see her again. Much love to Loreen, Angela and David, along with their families, who were my friends ❤️
To all Dianne's family: We are so sorry to hear of Dianne's passing. We have such fond memories of visiting with Dianne and Wendell, even when we had not seen each other for a long time. We would catch up on news of the family, and winters in the south. Our thought and prayers are with you at this sad time. Gail and Paul Estell
Angela Just found out that your mom passed away almost a year ago. You might not remember but your mom used to be a parent helper in my classroom. She was such a kind person and you were her pride and joy. Sending hugs!