REYNOLDS, Dianne

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Dianne Reynolds Moore passed away peacefully, leaving behind a life richly lived and deeply shared. Born and raised in Toronto, Dianne was the beloved daughter of Francis and Ruth (Calladine) Reynolds, and grew up in a musical household shaped by her father’s career as a trombonist, first with CBC and later the Toronto Symphony Orchestra.

Dianne was predeceased by her husband George Moore, her parents, and her brothers Christopher (Peggy) Reynolds and Norman (Kathy) Reynolds.

She is lovingly remembered by beloved sister Heather Reynolds, son, George Lazarakos, whom she cherished; dear daughter-in-law Erica; and adored grandchildren, Sam (Katharina) Lazarakos, and Zoë (Zachary) Davy, as well as nieces, a nephew, and extended family. Dianne also leaves behind an enormous number of treasured friends of all ages.

Di found her great love in her marriage of 42 years to George Moore – her partner in life and, as she would fondly say, her personal chiropractor. Together they aspired to be learners every day. She often expressed how much light George brought as they shared ideas. His curiosity and generosity captured her heart every day.

Dianne devoted many years to teaching elementary French for the Waterloo Region District School Board, where her warmth and enthusiasm left a lasting impression on her students and colleagues. Even in retirement, she continued to share her love of language by tutoring adults in French language and teaching English literacy to children.

A lifelong lover of the arts, Di found great joy contributing to the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery in Sarnia as a volunteer docent. There, she created the innovative Singing Docents group and also led thoughtfully crafted tours that encouraged visitors to engage more deeply with art.

At the age of 70, Dianne discovered her own, inner artist. She explored watercolour and pastels before embracing collage, a medium through which she expressed her creativity with remarkable dedication. Over the past three years, she shared an original collage daily on social media, building a community of family, friends, and admirers. She believed in practicing what she loved every day – and in sharing it.

Dianne lived with intention and delight. She encouraged others to invite colour into their lives, to use the good silver every day, and to think deeply while conversing widely – preferably over coffee. Through her philosophy book club and the Minerva’s art appreciation group, she brought people together in meaningful conversation about culture and ideas, a legacy she hoped would continue beyond her.

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Dianne's Life will be held at a later date. Expressions of sympathy may be made through donations to St. Joseph's Hospice, Sarnia, or the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery.