Memories of Diane Valerie Carlson

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Diane Valerie Carlson

Los Gatos, CA

March 18, 1943 - August 8, 2021

Mar 18, 1943 - Aug 8, 2021

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Josephine Luck

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Neal Fearn

I really enjoyed working with Diane. She was one of the truly nicest people I’ve known and she will be missed.

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Ervie Smith

I was so sorry to hear about Diane's passing. She was such a great lady and loved the Giants as I do. I always looked forward to seeing her smiling face when I picked up pool chemicals. My sincere sympathy, Ervie Smith

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Al & Jacqui Newhall

We are so very sorry to hear of Diane and her suffering and passing in this last year. We had no idea of the struggles that she was dealing with and the obvious pain that was with her and the entire family. We would often visit with her as we shared the same complex that was work related. We had a close bond due to both of us being self-employed. She was always very positive and pleasant to be around. Our deepest sympathy and love is being extended to the entire family. May she rest in peace and may the family take comfort in knowing that she is now free of pain & suffering. God Bless you all!
Al & Jacqui (formerly Newhall Plumbing)

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Michael Stephenson

I worked for 11 years at Sky Blue Pools and because of Diane and Raul I considered them, not as an employer but as good friends.

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Leta Brandes

Raoul, Kim, and Ryan, I was your neighbor many years ago. I am so sorry for your pain. You have such a lovely... Read more Raoul, Kim, and Ryan, I was your neighbor many years ago. I am so sorry for your pain. You have such a lovely family and Diane... Read more Raoul, Kim, and Ryan, I was your neighbor many years... Read more

steve mccoy

I was one of those who always felt more than welcome at sky blue. Thanks Diane for always treating me as a friend

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kary Hodge

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Hayley King

My deepest condolences to the whole family, I know how much strength and courage it took to go through this. Kim I remember meeting your mom when I joined you both in Dublin Ireland for the day, your mom was amazing and I'm so glad I got to meet her. Xx

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Susannah Malarkey , OP

Diane was a member of a delightful class of young women who graduated from St. Rose Academy in 1961. As a young Dominican Sister in my first years of teaching - at St. Rose in the mid 1950's . ( Latin and Religion ), I remember Diane Wilson as a strikingly beautiful young woman, with lovely manners and gracious ways. (Whether she excelled in Latin I don't recall-!!).

My condolences go to Diane's family and dear friends and classmates, many of whom I still see frequently for one social occasion or another, all connected with those happy years for us all, young as we were together, at beloved St. Rose!

Sister Augustine OP - (most currently: Sister Susannah Malarkey OP, since the 1970's, with "the opening of doors" in the Church and in the Convent, using my own family and baptismal name .

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Don Novitzky

I was also a St. Rose classmate! Nancy was so pretty and always a lot of fun!! Glad we reconnected a few years ago at a mini reunion! Deepest sympathy to the family.

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Joan McCormack

I, too, was one of Diane’s classmates at St. Rose. She had a great smile, a wonderful personality, was a member of the A Class, and was very, very pretty. Diane also had a great voice and was a popular member of our combo singing group. My condolences to her family.

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Kathy Johnson Prescott

San Francisco, CA, USA

I went to school with Diane at St. Rose Academy. Always bright and cheery. Loved her smile.

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Nancy McCann

I'm sorry to hear about Diane's passing. We were classmates at St. Rose and we shared a lot of great times together. She was a beautiful young woman and from reading your memories of her, she lead a fulfilled and meaningful life.

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Cornelia Murray Staub

I attended St. Rose with Diane. I remember how joyful she was , always had a smile and great spirit. My ... Read more I attended St. Rose with Diane. I remember how joyful she was , always had a smile and great spirit. My condolences to her family... Read more I attended St. Rose with Diane. I remember how joyful... Read more

Patricia Galli

I attended St. Rose with Diane. She was outgoing and friendly. May she rest in peace. I attended St. Rose with Diane. She was outgoing and friendly. May she rest in peace. I attended St. Rose with Diane. She was outgoing and... Read more

Julie Loughran

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Phyllis Romine

We will be at the service and honor our friend Diane.

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Alex Capous

"You brought oranges... well, isn't that nice..."
-Diane Carlson
I firmly believe that we are a reflection of the love that we are given, both from God and his angels.
I'm sure that I was probably one of the last people she would think about sharing her love with, but she did, and for that I am eternally grateful. I'll miss her smiles and her witty comments, always keeping me on my toes. I will always be reminded of her gift of love whenever I talk and visit with any of her family as they all carry it with them everyday, with honor and tremendous vigor, the way she did.
Rest in peace my dear friend.
Thank you for all your love.

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Karen Brown

Loudon, TN, USA

Reading these tributes makes me wish I had had the opportunity to experience Diane's wit and smile, but I only found her 2 years ago—and that was thanks to Diane's expertise in Ancestry. Diane is my sister. We had plans to meet in 2020, but the pandemic interfered.

We talked on FaceTime, but that's not the same as being able to hug a sister. Diane left all of us much too soon. Luckily, I know that I had her as a sister, if only for a short time, and that I have found a niece and nephew in Kim and Ryan. I will cherish our conversations and I will keep her in my heart.

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Kimberly Carlson

From Curt & Becky Walleen: When I was going to get some pool chemicals or water tested, Diane was one of the people I always enjoyed seeing. Her bright smile, focused eye contact, and steadfast confidence always made me feel comfortable (and as me being a Scandinavian - hard to do!). The thing I remember most about Diane was the twinkle in her smile, the respectful confidence that said, "I'm in charge!"

Diane gave so much to Los Gatos schools and our town and, as I have heard, asked nothing in return. She simply did the right thing...

Becky and I are saddened with her passing and hold your family in our thoughts, prayers, and awareness that Diane had a profound impact on those around her. Through life, we are blessed with sometimes-brief connections with people that affect us. Diane was to me one of those people. Her warm confident smile, friendly demeanor, love of community, and love of family were second to none.

Diane will not be forgotten...

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Brenda Skrabe

2010, Las Vegas, NV, USA

My favorite memory is when Diane & I went to Vegas for the CMA's and then the next night the tribute concert for Brooks & Dunne as they had announced it would be their final year together. We had so much fun- so many great bands performing. Alan Jackson walked by us while we were standing in line for something (can't remember what). While I am always kind of shy in new surroundings, I totally appreciated that Diane had the confidence to get us where we needed to be and take charge. Ryan must have though us crazy as we talked like teenage girls as he drove us to the airport.
Diane was so good to my Mom and I. You could always count on her for support and encouragement. I'm going to miss her tremendously.
Brenda S.

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Elizabeth Davies

The enduring memories of Diane I shall have are those of strength, determination, and courage. She shared her talents and abilities with others creating wonderful memories. She gave generously of her time and knowledge to help others. And, she defended her beliefs in ways she judged to be correct.
She will live on in the hearts and minds of her family and their continuing efforts to benefit others.

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Joanne Howard

My deepest condolences to Diane's family. She spoke always very highly of you all and you were much loved by her. Our knitting group will always miss her quick wit and her way of always willing to lend a hand. Rest in peace now Diane.

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Karen Brown

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Linda Svrcek

I am so saddened at this loss in all of our lives. She was enthusiastic, active, giving, loving, and clearly enjoyed doing things with and for her family and friends. She was also a great knitter (!), and we shall miss her stories and her smiling presence.

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