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1951
DIED
2012
Dianne Cyr Obituary
Dianne was born Jan. 13, 1951, in Holyoke, to Francis R. Ezold Sr. and Audrey O. (Morin) Ezold, whom both predeceased her.
She leaves behind a brother, Frank Ezold and his partner Mary Lemelin of Feeding Hills and was also predeceased by her sister, Candice (Ezold) Day in February of this year.
Dianne is also survived by her very loving and supportive husband, Jeff Cyr; four sons, James Hockenberry(Christina) of Westfield, Eric Hockenberry (Starr) of Granville, Jeff Hockenberry (former wife Kelly) of Westfield, Marc Hockenberry of Albany, N.Y.; four daughters, Kristen Figueroa (Tony) of Westfield, Jill Hockenberry of Feeding Hills, Billie Jo Vice (Ron) and Penny Findley, both of Ludlow; tne grandchildren; three nieces; and one nephew.
A 1969 graduate of W.H.S, Dianne was an at-home mom for many years before working as a CNA for the former Buckley Nursing Home in Holyoke.
She attended two years of schooling at H.C.C. and was employed by Mass Surgical Supply before returning to caring for the elderly with Home Health Solutions of Holyoke until her first diagnosis of cancer in 2005.
Dianne was best known for her amazing culinary skills. She had the ability to cook, bake and do most anything, and was always trying new recipes. Every year she looked forward to planting her flowers around the house and was especially thrilled to have finally gotten her Dogwood tree for her last Mother's Day. This tree was planted right in her front yard where she could enjoy it most.
Knitting and crocheting was also a hobby of hers, and we all have the scarves to prove it! She loved the outdoors, the sun, the beach and Autumn was her favorite season and she also loved feeding her wild birds. Dianne loved to take walks, which included her dog and great companion, Sadie.
Dianne's family would like to give a special thank you to Michael and Gail McCardle, friends and neighbors that had become family many years ago. Thank you for being a constant for us all. We also need to give a thank you to Suzanne Picard, our hospice nurse, she was an amazing support, as well as the staff of Holyoke VNA Hospice Life Care.
Services will be held Wednesday, Dec. 26, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Firtion Adams Funeral Home, Broad St., Westfield, with a short service Thursday morning at 11:30 a.m. at the funeral home and burial immediately following at St. Mary's Cemetery on Southampton Road, Westfield.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dianne Cyr
Daughter
December 16, 2024
All these years have gone by and it's seems things will never be the same. I just want my Mom.
Bobbi
January 14, 2024
I´ve been thinking about you all day. I did not want today pass without letting you know I was thinking about you on your special day. As ever, I´m glad you´re a part of my life.
Roberta
December 16, 2022
My childhood friend, we kept in touch into adulthood. I still think of the time we spent together in late September before you left us. We had such a wonderful time in Hague New York, Lake George. You made the best holiday treats and remembered to send some along to me no matter where I lived. You were a loving and giving friend, caregiver, mother and companion. I think of you often and fondly. You were a large part of my childhood and I always remember you saying, you wanted to be married and have lots of children. You accomplished that and then some. You are an angel to many here on earth, and now watching over us in heaven. I miss you dearly my friend.
Kathleen Healy
December 16, 2021
Diane is in my heart and thoughts always just as her family. Billie Jo you were the best . always happy just like Diane.
January 13, 2020
Happy Birthday my friend. You and yours are heavy in my thoughts.
Much love, always, Bobbi
Roberta Mongeau
December 16, 2019
My best pal since we were kids. Was so happy we took our trip together to Lake George in September. I think of our special time often, miss you terribly and this season, all the wonderful treats you'd send along to Beau and I. Jeff, I sent along holiday cards and had them returned. Please let me know where you may be reached. During this time of year you and yours are especially in my thoughts and prayers. She loved you so and I was ever grateful you two found each other. Dianne touched many lives and we are all the better for it. God bless.
Jill Ann King
December 16, 2019
Miss you more than ever.
Rachel
December 27, 2012
It was only yesterday when you pushed me through the window to unlock the door. Now the Doors are open wide for you. will miss you. Love & Strength Jeff & Family
December 26, 2012
Eric & Starr, Thinking of you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John and Maria
Carol
December 26, 2012
Thoughts and prayers go out to all of you for your loss.
Wayne and Diane Milelzcik
December 25, 2012
Jeff, sorry to hear about your loss you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Another star is now shining brightly in heaven.
December 25, 2012
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Jacquie Morneau
December 25, 2012
Dianne, over the years we somehow lost touch with each other but you were never forgotten and never will be. I will always remember the fun we had growing up together at the “ponds”. We spent so much time at the Lamberts and Jedos just hanging out. All our sleepover and your moms Coffee Custard are only part of my memories. I will miss you my friend and am saddened by your loss. May your family find the peace knowing you are no longer suffering and are now pain free watching over all of them.
Love,
Kim Hackworth
December 24, 2012
Frank and Mary,
You're in my thoughts. I'm so sorry to hear of your loss.
Kim Hackworth
Brigid Glackin
December 23, 2012
Dianne was so inspirational through this long ,recurring struggle with this terrible disease and I am glad her suffering is over but my sympathy to her wonderful,supportive family for this great loss
Roberta & Beau Mongeau
December 23, 2012
I am sorry for the loss in the many lives she touched. I am thankful her suffering has ended. She is whole and free and with us always in our heart. I miss and love you my dear friend. Always, Roberta
Patricia Baker
December 23, 2012
Our Deepest Sympathies to all of you. She was an amazing woman, and I cherish the memory of knowing her.. She will shine down upon all of you, remember her smile, her kind words and the endless love she gave. She will live forever in your hearts....Hugs to all of you...Love, Michael and Patricia
Ron vice
December 23, 2012
Billie our prayers are with you and your family at this time of great loss POPS
jennifer romero (krause)
December 23, 2012
so sorry for you loss. your family is in our prayers
kathy healy
December 23, 2012
when it is a round the holidays god only takes the best. and you wife and family have one of the brights star in heaven . she suffered for a very long time and i know you have heard this befor but she is in a far better place. iwill keep u in my thoughts and prayers. always remember u r mom as the person was she was .there will never be another.
Larry&Maggie Borovicka
December 23, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Cameron & Patrick Wells
December 23, 2012
To Jordan, Jared & Jaydon
We are thinking about you.
Annemarie Murray Marquis
December 23, 2012
Kristen, my heartfelt sympathies to you & your family during this difficult time. We lost my dad this year and I pray you all find strength as each day passes. I think of you so often & I will keep you in my thoughts & prayers each day.
Pam Tarr
December 22, 2012
Thoughts and prayers to the family. Extremely sorry for you loss.
Lori & George Ashley
December 22, 2012
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
December 22, 2012
I worked with your mom many years ago when she was a CNA @ Buckley in Holyoke. She was a wonderful person and gave wonderful nursing care. I just loved her. I am sure angels escorted her into the arms of Jesus; where she is healthy, happy, and blessed.
Keith Morin
December 22, 2012
To Diane's husband Jeff and children my deepest sympathies on the loss of a truly dedicated wife and mother.I will always remember the fun times at the camp with Aunt Vic, Sharon and Bobby. They were the happiest days of our young lives. Then of course ther were the many Christmases at Nana and Gramps with all the cousins sitting on the stairs catching up, talking,laughing and your laughter always being the richest with Sharon giggling as only Sharon can. Rest in Peace my dear cousin, keep them laughing in Heaven as you did on your too short a time here on Earth.Say hi to my mom for and all of the other family members gone before.Di I will miss you. You were the best.
Billie
December 22, 2012
Love you Mom
December 22, 2012
My heart goes out to the family at this time and in the days ahead. It's during times such as these that we can find comfort in the Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6:9, 10 . . .‘Our Father in the heavens, let your name be sanctified. Let your kingdom come. Let your will take place, as in heaven, also upon earth'. Only God's Kingdom can bring peace, happiness, perfect health, and everlasting life. We can be there to see them enjoy this and other promises made by our LORD.
Denise, Danielle, Donna - all cousins of Dianne
Denise Thunderhawk (nee Pelland)
December 22, 2012
The last time I saw my cousin Dianne was at my mother's funeral almost 9 years ago. Dianne's mom (Audrey Morin Ezold) was sister to my mom (Rita Morin Pelland). She was always the brightest light in the room, no matter what she was going through personally. I am deeply saddened by our family's loss. I will miss her smile and beautiful big laugh.
~ Your Daughter, Jill Ann Hockenberry
December 22, 2012
I wanted to say so many things to you this morning Mom… But I can't seem to find the words.
God had a different plan for you I guess. As you're children have grown, there are 20 others that need you more. God picked you because you are so amazing! He knows you have endured so much and were always able to rise above. He knows that you yourself had a house full of children, whom all have gown into wonderful adults. For He knew you, of all people could would be the perfect match, the best fit. Never mind love them, care for them and help them grow. Show them all the things you showed all of us, and they too will be just as amazing as you!
joseph lorraine dionne
December 22, 2012
It can be so hard to face the new year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
December 22, 2012
So sorry to hear of the passing of Dianne, another wonderful person we have lost this year....with our sympathy, Donna Sheperd and friends at Louis and Clark Country Gifts
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