Dianne Marie Savage

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Dianne Savage, following a valiant battle against cancer.  Dianne passed away peacefully at the age of 68 years with her family by her side.

Dianne was born in Airdrie in 1950 to Gordon and Olive Morris.  Dianne was the first of the twins to arrive, followed by her brother Dale minutes later.  Local rumour has it that Dianne would remain with Dale following closely behind throughout their childhoods, often finding mischief for both herself and Dale.  Along with their parents and her older brother Norman, the family enjoyed many trips together including to Couer d’Alene, Radium and Hawaii.

Dianne briefly left Airdrie as an adult and would return to the community with her husband, Don Savage in 1977 to start a family.  Dianne had two daughters, Dayna and Jaclyn, whom she affectionately referred to as her “babies” even as her daughters were in her 30’s.

Dianne worked alongside her husband Don for many years in their cattle management and auction business.  She joined the Western Barley Growers Association in the late 1990’s and managed WBGA until she was forced into retirement by her illness.  Dianne had a remarkable work ethic and was incredibly adept in her role as a manager.

Dianne was an exceptional and dedicated caregiver to her mother Olive, following her father’s passing in 1994 until her mother’s passing in 2016.

In 2001, Dianne would become a Grandma and few things would bring her as much joy as spending time with her grandbabies throughout the years.

Dianne was a light to all who knew her.   Dianne had a friendly demeanor and made friends easily wherever she went.  She had a big heart and a quiet understated generosity.

Dianne had many talents and interests, including but certainly not limited to; golfing, cooking, graphic art, gardening, piano playing, word wizardry, and puzzling.  In recent years Dianne joined the Tee Birds and Interclub at the Woodside Golf Course where she cultivated many meaningful friendships.

Dianne had a keen wit and wicked sense of humour, which was not dampened during her time in the hospice where she would be affectionately known for her “sass” by the staff.  She would often joke that although she was getting older she refused to grow up.  Even at 68, while battling a merciless  and cruel disease, her youthful exuberance would shine through.  Dianne still had naturally blonde hair at her passing.

Dianne was looking forward to retirement to live out many dreams she had been working and saving for, but was diagnosed with cancer before she was able to realize those dreams.  In loving memory of  Dianne, we urge that you do not postpone your dreams if you are able to realize them today, as the future is not a guarantee.

Dianne is survived by; her husband of 41 years, Donald Savage of Airdrie, daughter Dayna and husband Cam Hardy of Calgary, daughter Jaclyn and husband Mike MacKenzie of Airdrie, five special grandchildren Madilyn, Nila, Norah, Kylan and Quinn, her twin brother Dale and wife Val  of Beiseker, brother Norm and wife Wendy of Beaumont, mother-in-law Elva Savage of Carman, Manitoba,  brother-in-law Rob and wife Barb Savage of Innisfail, brother-in-law Rod and wife Helen Savage of Elm Creek Manitoba and Allan Savage of Olds, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Dianne was predeceased by her parents, Gordon and Olive Morris and her father-in-law Doug Savage.

The family would like to thank the incredible staff of Dulcina Hospice in Evanston for the excellent care Mom received while she was there. In lieu of flowers, friends may make a donation to a charity of their choice.

A Celebration of Dianne’s Life will be held at the Town and Country Centre, 275 Jensen Drive.  on Friday,  April 5, 2019 at 4 p.m.