Diane Joan Bennett Cook – 75, Windsor, formerly of Truro. It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Diane Joan Bennett Cook on July 18, 2024, our cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. Diane will be greatly missed and never forgotten.
Born in Ottawa, Diane was the first child of Donald and Iris Bennett (nee Fitzpatrick). Diane was predeceased by her parents, Don and Iris, as well as her youngest brother, David Bennett. She is survived by her three children, Robyn (Robert Woodman), Kathryn (John MacKinnon) and Adam (Lisa Bruce) as well as her grandchildren, Emily Woodman (Reuben Hebb), Ava Woodman, Riley MacKinnon, Liam MacKinnon, Connell MacKinnon, Rebecca Cook, Lily Cook, Josh Cook; twin great granddaughters, Collins and Campbell Hebb; brother, Douglas Bennett (Linda); sister-in-law, Judie Leach-Bennett; nieces and nephews, Andrea Bennett (Chris), Dawson Bennett, Holly Bennett, Mason Bennett, Jaden Bennett, Ryan (Stacey) Cook, Terry (Jaclyn) Cook. And lastly but not least, her fur babies Simba and Little.
Diane loved animals; not only her own pets but the menagerie of animals her children and grandchild (Rebecca in particular) kept bringing home to her. Zachary, Hunter, Nicholas, Molly, Domino, Rosie, and Marty will most certainly all be waiting for her on the other side of the rainbow bridge.
Diane was a giver. Whether to her family, friends or the friends her children brought home, there was always a bridge game, snacks and a place to hang out. Carting her kids and their friends around the province for swim meets was one of her favorite pastimes (we think…) in their younger years. Afterwards, she waited for them to bring the action to her in her home.
Diane graduated from Mount St. Vincent with her teaching degree but chose to stay home and raise her family. As her kids grew up, Diane became heavily involved in her community in Truro, as a town counsellor, member of the police board, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and member of her children’s athletic organizations to name just a few.
The ocean, in particular the Bay of Fundy, gave mom peace. For years, she spent time in Economy in the summer, finding solitude and tranquility along these shores. To here is where she will return in death.
Our deepest thanks to the Hants Community Hospital wing 200 and Level 500 for caring for Diane for her last few months with us.
Diane’s family will receive friends from 1-3 p.m., Sunday, August 25, 2024, at Mattatall - Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to your local SPCA in Diane’s memory. Tributes, words of comfort and memories may be shared at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com