Diane Esther Budgell
1943-2019
Diane Esther Budgell – age 76, of Kentville, passed away
peacefully with her devoted sister, Elva and Wenda, by her side, on
Monday, July 1, 2019 in Grand View Manor, Berwick. Born in Glace Bay,
she was a daughter of the late Walter and Clara (Clark) Budgell. She
had been a longtime employee with MT&T. She started her career
with Bell, at the age of 17 in St. Catharines, Ontario. After several
years, Diane returned to Nova Scotia and continued her career with the
telephone company in several locations across the province. She
enjoyed her job immensely, and continued her involvement by being an
active Telephone Pioneer. Following retirement, she accepted a
position with the Valley Regional Hospital as a switchboard operator,
where she was also a member of the Auxiliary and a dedicated
volunteer. Diane was an excellent pianist and loved her piano right to
the end. She was a member of Red Cross, and a loyal member of St. Paul
and St. Stephen United Church, Kentville, teaching Sunday School to
the children whom she loved. She is survived by sisters, Elva (Wenda)
Budgell, Kentville; Betty (Fred) Beaton, King City, Ontario; brother,
Lorne Budgell, Magnetawan, Ontario; several nieces and nephews.
Besides her parents, she was predeceased by brother, Elburn and
nephew, Paul Beaton. Cremation has taken place and there will be no
visitation, by request. A funeral service, followed by reception, will
take place at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 9, 2019, in the White Family
Funeral Home, Kentville, Reverend Sara Scott officiating. Burial will
take place at a later date in the Ingonish United Church Cemetery. The
family would like to express special thanks to Dr. Dwight Klippenstein
for his guidance and support during Diane’s illness. The
family would also like to express sincere thanks to the special people
responsible for her care – you know who you are – during her
stay at Grand View Manor, the kitchen staff and those that were
outstanding, not only to Diane but to her family, they were a
blessing. Donations in memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s
Society or a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements have been
entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services,
Kentville.
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Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Diane Esther Budgell 19432019..
Décès pour la Ville: Kentville, Province: Nova Scotia