I miss you so much mum. Everyday when I face decisions, big or small, I ask myself "what would mum do". You're with me always. I love you x
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In loving memory of Dr Diane Elisabeth Gan, who passed away peacefully on 19th January 2024, surrounded by family.
Wife, mother, grandma, sister, friend, teacher, diver - her incredible legacy will live on forever in all of us.
In remembrance of our beloved Diane, a celebration of her inspirational life was held on Tuesday 6th February 2024 at North Chapel, Eltham Crematorium.
The recording of the service is available for a further 28 days using the login details below:
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One of Diane's favourite charities, Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), have inscribed her name on relief Lifeboat 13-40 "Eric's Legend". If you would like to make a tribute, please support RNLI by clicking the DONATE NOW button at the top of this page.
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Thank you to everyone who has lit a candle, left a message, uploaded a picture or made a donation to honour Diane's wonderful life.
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Almost been a year, I hope you are resting peacefully
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Thinking of you today on Mother's day (UK). I miss you so much. 💕
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Diane was more than a Research supervisor. She was a mother in many ways always looking out for me and fighting in my corner. Honestly, the research journey feels much lonelier without you and the meetings won't be the same.
The thought of you not being physically present or walking past your office to realise I can't pop by anymore to get advice or insights hits deep. For close to a decade of knowing you, you were always optimistic and you did your best to instil the same in as many people were around you. Thanks for all you taught me and ways you were there for me, cheering me on, supporting me, and having my back.
I would say God bless you but you are already with him so rest on peacefully Diane.
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My darling wife, Diane ❤️
For 54 years you’ve been my rock, my companion. I love you so much.
I’m going to miss you forever. Thank you for blessing me with a wonderful family and thank you for all the time you’ve spent with me, for supporting me, for loving me endlessly.
I am going to try and go on with my life the way you would have wanted me to do.
Your loving husband,
Nelson 💖
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Diane was a true inspiration when I studied with her at then Thames Polytechnic in Woolwich for our HNC, HND and then degree in Computer Science. She always helped encourage us and she was extremely generous with her support to ensure we made the grade on our own merits. Truly sorry to hear of her passing. My thoughts are with the family at this difficult time.
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My beautiful mum, my inspiration.
You saw the best in all of us.
I am so proud of what you've accomplished and in awe of your achievements. I will always know I have the coolest mum on the planet.
You will live forever in my fond memories of our many dive adventures - waiting patiently for each other to take the perfect photograph; sharing in the joy of seeing a critter for the first time; planning our next trip whilst we say our goodbyes.
I wish we could have ticked more off your bucket list, but take great comfort in knowing we gave it our best shot.
You will always be with me in my heart above and beneath the ocean.🐬
Your loving daughter,
Amanda ❤️
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Diane was a great dive instructor, friend and mentor who has helped me out on numerous occasions and even took me on my first dive trip abroad to the Red Sea.
I am glad that I've got to know her and will always remember her
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Sending love to my special friend Amanda and your dad and brothers. Your mum was an inspiration xx
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RNLI have inscribed mum's name on Relief Lifeboat 13-40 'Eric's Legend' - https://rnli.org/support-us/give-money/donate-in-memory/launch-a-memory/erics-legend-updates
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Rest in peace my friend.
Love Linda, Paul, Christopher, and the Gosling Family.
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Nelson, my deepest and heartfelt condolences for you, and the beautiful family you shared with Diane. Your fondest love for each other was obvious, a rarity and a treasure beyond earthly measure.
Diane had a smile that lit up a room, it’s not hard to fathom how she set your heart ablaze.
Keep that fire burning in her memory, tend to it in all the days to come, may it be a light for you for all eternity.
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RNLI have inscribed mum's name on Relief Lifeboat 13-40 'Eric's Legend' - https://rnli.org/support-us/give-money/donate-in-memory/launch-a-memory/erics-legend-updates
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Punting in Cambridge in 2018 with Aunty Diane, Uncle Nelson, and my dad
RIP Diane. You are in a better place. No more pain. We all miss you 😭
Following a night time climb we enjoyed the sunrise from the summit of Mount Sinai, Egypt. 💓
This is my sister as I remember and miss her - her sense of humour and zest for life.
Singapore April 2019
Lembeh dive trip Sept 2023
Diane EDSAC Open Water Instructor
Aunty Diane rocking a mini-wedding dress! 🥰👍
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At Farnham Castle
Copenhagen 1985
I couldn't find a picture of Diane with her hanging basket at the Falconwood Flower Show. But one of these beauties is hers
On our way diving in the Maldives.
Brisbane Sept 2019
Bangka Island
Bangka Island
Di Diving in Bangka Island
Lea Valley White water rafting trip Diane organised and enjoyed July 2016
A wonderful night with Aunty Di and Uncle Nelson. Sep 2013
2016 on a beautiful summer day in london - after a lovely meal and walk around. We carry you forever in our hearts auntie Diane
A Red Sea Dive trip in Aug 2017 with Diane &Nelson
Memories of a great weeks Diving in the Red Sea in August 2017 on the Thistlegorm with Diane
Found memories Manchester 1985. RIP Diane we all missed you.
We will miss you dearly, Aunty Diane.
Will miss you Aunty Diane ❤️🙏🏻
Early training in the baths 2005
Member of the year 2023
Watching Metallica at the O2 in 2009
Completing Ocean Diver Malta 2004
Singapore Oct 2017
Maldives dive trip 2009
Indoor skydiving July 2011
Leybourne Lakes 2018
Coolum Beach Sept 2019
Manado dive trip April 2019
Dec 2007
Flower show Aug 2021
Bali Sept 2022
Lembeh dive trip Sept 2023
PhD completed in 1998
Brisbane Sept 2019
Cairns, Australia 2001
Bangka Island dive trip April 2010
Lembeh dive trip Sept 2023
Maldives dive trip 2009
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