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1943
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2016
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Diane Haigh Obituary
She was born in Norwich, on May 20, 1943, the daughter of Harry Wilhelm Carlson and Natalie Elizabeth (Hamilton) Carlson. Diane attended Robert E. Fitch High School, Class of 1961. She received a degree in paramedic science from University of Hartford and a degree in nursing from Mohegan Community College.
She was the widow of William Melbourne Haigh, who predeceased her in 1997. They were married in Groton on Jan. 3, 1970.
Among her hobbies were crazy quilting, gardening, animal rescue, botany and ham radio. She was a member of the American Radio Relay League, East Lyme Garden Club, Tri City Amateur Radio Group, Groton Volunteer Ambulance Association, and Old Lyme Volunteer Ambulance.
She retired from Lawrence +Memorial Hospital where she began her career in the medical field as a volunteer in the energency room in 1980, moving on to ER technician, ER nurse, then coordinator in the education department. She was responsible for a great deal of community education in pediatric and adult CPR.
She is survived by her daughters, Robin Morgan of Leominster, Mass., and her husband, Robert Morgan, and Noel Haigh of East Lyme and her partner, Brian Jacobs; her brother, David Carlson of Groton; her grandchildren, Andrew Hansen, Keighley Sherwin and Reilly Morgan; and her great-granddaughter, Sadie Lou Ann Hansen. She also leaves behind many beloved nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her brothers, Eric Carlson and Philip Carlson; and her niece, Tracy Carlson.
A memorial service will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 27, at the Thomas L. Neilan & Sons East Lyme Funeral Home, 48 Grand St., Niantic. Attendees are encouraged to wear purple or their favorite bright colors in celebration of Diane's love of color. There are no calling hours.
Memorial contributions may be made to Forgotten Felines of Connecticut (www.forgottenfelinesct.org).
To view Diane's memorial tribute video or to leave a condolence message for her family, please visit www.neilanfuneralhome.com.
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Kimberly
December 23, 2021
Was this Diane aka "the Linen Lady?" So sorry
Cynthia Lohr
August 28, 2016
Diane was the best person to work with and for. Over the 25 years or so that we worked together, she was always a great friend, listener, support system and ALWAYS willing to help lend a hand. She will be missed by all her knew her. My sympathy and prayers are will your famiy.
Cindy Lohr-DeBuono
Andrew Parrella
August 24, 2016
To the family of Diane -
What a wonderful teacher she was in the Department of Education at L+M Hospital. Working with her as a CPR Instructor one always felt a steady hand was at the helm. She inspired many with her professional and kind approach by helping people learn appropriately and offering encouraging support to all. It was great to be part of her team there.
Sheila
August 24, 2016
Robin and familyI am so sorry for your loss and I continue to hold you all in my heart and prayers.Sheila Ring Reed
August 23, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope Jer. 29: 11,12 brings you comfort during this difficult time.
Janet Stauffacher
August 23, 2016
What a wonderful friend Diane was to me just when I needed it most. I will miss her and think of her always.
August 23, 2016
My condolence to her whole family. Was a nice person.
traderslostart
August 23, 2016
For a sweet, caring and wonderful woman. Became a long distance friend on facebook. Always helpful and would always go the extra mile
to provide whatever was needed for a project. She has been missed to communicate with. I know she is at peace and no longer in pain. She was an Angel on earth, and will now be one in heaven,
Sandra Pearson
August 23, 2016
What an amazing woman. It was fun in nursing school studying with her at times, she was a wealth of knowledge and always knew the hows and whys of things. The stories she would tell of the ER antics.... Great memories. I know she will be missed. I will wear purple in her honor even though I won't be able to be there physically, I'll be there in spirit.
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