Birch
Dianne Kathleen Birch (nee Bay) of Davidson, SK passed away December 19, 2013 at the age of 64 after a very brief battle with cancer. Born (April 6, 1949) and raised in Birnie, MB, Dianne met Don Birch, her future husband when they were both in elementary school though neither would ever admit who had the crush first. They married September 5, 1970 and moved to Davidson in 1974. Dianne chose to wear many hats over the course of her life; she was an RN (trained at St. Boniface School of Nursing in Winnipeg), an Administrator for the Prairie View Lodge and as well as the Davidson Hospital (Post-secondary education at U of S), worked within the health division in different capacities, a Financial Planner with Investor’s Group, and a small business owner of Reflections Clothing Emporium. She threw herself wholeheartedly into each position. In addition to her various careers, Dianne was a member of the Davidson Kinette Club for many years and served as District Governor for a year. She was involved in Telemiracle since its inception and vividly remembered being on stage answering phones at Telemiracle 1 when they hit the million dollar mark. Dianne loved the outdoors; she was an avid gardener and birdwatcher and loved walking. She loved playing the piano and singing, was involved in many choirs, and played for the Davidson United Church for many years. Dianne believed strongly in community and supported many local initiatives. Dianne was a loving and proud mother to Denise (Jason) Waldner of Whitehorse, YT and Carole Birch (Peter Swarbrick) of Calgary, AB and a devoted grandmother to Mackenzie, Taylor, and Hayley Waldner. She is survived by her husband, children, grandchildren, her sister Margorie (Larry) Birch of Kenora, ON and various nieces, nephews, and extended family members. Dianne is greatly missed.
For those wishing to, memorial donations may be made in Dianne’s name to the Davidson United Church, the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of their choice.