Dianne Grace Crutchley

In memory of my dear friend Dianne Crutchley, chance made us colleagues, but the fun and laughter we shared made us friends for 60 years. We enjoyed going dancing and our holidays abroad in the 60s. After you went to Canada we would always meet up when you come back to Gosport. Rest peacefully. My condolences to Paul, Krista, Chelsea, Cameron and her family in Gosport.

Paul . I am so sorry to hear about your Mum. She was a great lady. We had known each other since the Deep River days and still kept in touch at Christmas and birthdays. Thinking about you at this difficult time. Helen

Remembering sn old friend from our early teenage years in Portsmouth UK and the fun we had at Friday night youth club. My condolences to the family

On behalf of the NHH Auxiliary, we wish to extend our heartfelt sympathies and condolences to Dianne's son, Paul and family on their loss. Dianne will be remembered by all for her kindness and dedication as a volunteer at NHH. Dianne graciously offered her time and efforts as a volunteer for 18 years, from 2005 to 2023. Her light-hearted sense of humour and cheery personality brightened anyone's day. Our thoughts are with you all.

So sad to hear of the passing of Diane. We first met at the C.I.S. in Cobourg and I was so surprised to find out that we were both from Gosport so had a lot in common. She had a very infectious laugh and will be missed by all that knew her. Our condolences to the whole family.

Paul, Krista ,Chelsea,and Cameron. Sincere condolences on the loss of your mother and grandmother I enjoyed volunteering with Dianne at the NHH Aux. crafters and we also belonged to the same Y fitness [coffee] group. Louise

Dear Di…..your struggle is now over and you are free of pain…you put up a great battle…so proud of you….fondest memories of your laughter, giggles and English humour….better memories of the wedding in the Dominican Republic and the births of our two grandchild that we share…Chelsea and Cameron were the light of your life and we promise to love,comfort,support and keep a watchful eye on them for you and Dave…the Crutchley kids are amazing and you should be proud…Rest in Peace, Di…miss you….love Kathy and Gerry

Dianne was a lovely person and friend. She loved her family very much. We shall greatly miss her.

Aunty Di...your parents loved and missed you. The planning that we went through when Aunty Di was coming to visit. I always felt close to you, thought you understood me growing up, somethings I went through. Our Christmas Day phone call to Canada was always a highlight and the packages of bubble gum ? my first trip on an aeroplane was to see you ?. When you came to visit the first 'royal' great nephew and took off with the baby and dogs for hours ? As a married women out in Northern Ireland I felt you were the only one who understood what I went through, some dark times. You coming over after Erin was born, meant so much to me. ❤️

Diane was the youngest of three children born to William and Rita Russell. Diane was born in Gosport in 1947. In the early years after her father retired from the navy we lived in a number of Public Houses in Gosport and Portsmouth. At senior school Diane became a successful athlete. On starting work she joined Brickwoods Brewery as a secretary before marring her late husband Dave Crutchley. In the 1970 Diane and Dave with a young family made the decision emigrate to Canada, for a better life. This decision proved to be successful allowing them to send their son to university. Diane joined in with the local community helping in schools and charity shops. On the death of her husband Dave, Diane relocated to Port Hope where she met and make some lovely friends . We were always hearing about her life at Port Hope during our video chats with her and would like to thank all the people there for their company, friendship during her time there. God Bless my little sister, now at rest. Dave & Ann Russell

I love the picture you chose as it captures who she was. I love the cheeky grin on her face. Jeannette, Dianne and I spent a lot of time together during Covid. Our afternoon teas saved our sanity. We were both into the TV show Line of Duty and our conversations about it drove Jeannette crazy. While she was in Ed’s House, we played Scrabble on line. She loved to beat me. She won two games to my one. Her mind was sharp.Half way through our fourth game she became too weak to continue. She loved her family and they were her priority. She will be greatly missed in the “complex”.

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

I remember Dianne from her volunteering at NHH Auxiliary-Crafters, she was always such a cheerful person and we shared lots of laughs. Rest in peace Dianne.

Paul, Krista, Chelsea and Cameron, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Dianne was a wonderful friend and loved you all so much…always telling me of your achievements…. I miss her she was my soul sister. Jeannette

Dianne was a good neighbour for the 5 1/2 years we have lived beside her unit in Port Hope. She was always cheerful and friendly - we will miss her. Brenda and Neil Manley