I'm so sorry to hear about Diane's passing. I first met her in South Sudan over 10 years ago and remember as being compassionate and accessible to people regardless of where they came from or their rank. She will be forever remembered as a tireless fighter for justice with a smile that would light up the room. May she rest in peace! She has earned it.
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Shocking news. Worked together in South Sudan. A person strongly committed to her role in the United Nations. RiP
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I met Diane in Mogadishu in late 2013 when she joined the UN mission. She was a warm and lively soul and exceedingly generous in sharing her knowledge and experiences from the various places she had been or worked in. She strongly encouraged me to take up an offer to work in South Sudan and shared excellent advice which proved invaluable in my time here. I will miss her.
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Our prayers with her family and loved ones as they grieve a loss of an amazing soul. Diane Guzman was a graceful, kind, soft spoken and patient humanitarian being. I had met her many years ago when I just finished college and in her own ways, she guided me by example. She was flawless. A wonderful person whom we shall remember in South Sudan for many years. May Diane Guzman’s beautiful soul RIP.
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My heart aches, Diane invited to my first bitings in Loki and my first sundowner in 2000. I had my first Pimms with her and my first bite of Gorgonzola. I've never known a person more knowledgeable about South Sudan. I remember her most as kind and compassionate, and generous. See you on the other side sister.
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Diane was an extraordinary, passionate and loving aunt and friend to me (and many others). I'm so thankful for all the wonderful memories we shared in Nairobi, and more recently in Alexandria/DC. Her joie de vivre taught me to cherish all of life's moments. I will miss her dearly!
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I met Diane when I first joined UNMIS Civil Affairs section in 2007 in Malakal. As a young professional within the team, Diane picked interest in coaching me and building my skills in report reporting. She was an amazing mentor, filled with so much love for her work. I will miss her greatly. May her soul rest in peace.
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Diane was such an incredibly inspiring person. I met her in Juba in 2008. She always stood out - her passion , commitment, knowledge and wisdom. But mainly by her kindness and how she treated everyone equally and with respect. I always felt taken seriously even if very junior. Thank you Diane, you touched many people and made a huge difference , love Eveline
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Diane was a radiant spirit who was selflessly and passionately dedicated to the people she was serving, not necessarily the institutions she was working for. No challenge was too great for her, as she was always looking for ways to make things better. She was undaunted in the face of crushing odds, giving hope to others around her. We go back to the late 80s in Africa, and I'm going to have trouble imagining a world with Diane not in it. I will miss her fiercely.
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I first met Diane in 2012 in Juba. I immediately bonded with her because she was a honest broker and a badass. My subsequent friendship with her spanned ten years, several countries and two continents. Diane’s houses were wonderfully serene museums full of fascinating objects. One of my favorite things to do was to go around Diane’s house and ask her to tell me where her many treasures came from. These questions would always spark a marvelous story from different epochs in her life. How I will miss my beautiful brave friend who was always there for me, an oracle who made sense out of chaos. She was an anthropologist and a sage. I love you Diane and I will take you with me now in my steps of life. Millie sends you a big kiss and a friendly growl for your journey.
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I met Diane in Ethiopia in 1991, a sister of my heart, someone from my tribe. While never working for the same organizations, we did share our experiences and opportunities, leveraging our work for the same vulnerable peoples in support of the drive for justice and peace and improvement of lives. Her dedication and commitment to the work was awesome. Personally, I can vouch for her intrepid approach to life, her warmth in drawing people together, learning new things, experiencing the beauty of life's small pleasures and enjoying every minute of her time. I am eternally grateful for the privilege of being able to share all those miles with her. I believe as they say in Africa said, she has just gone on ahead and we are coming soon. Looking forward to that day.
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Diane took me under her wing in 2005 when I worked with the UN in Khartoum. She was generous and considerate in sharing her knowledge, her time and her patience and courtesy to everyone who worked with her. She had a clear sense of moral priorities for herself and others but was wholly lacking in ego or self-regard or judgement.
Over several years, in Sudan, South Sudan and Kenya where we worked or traveled, Diane was extraordinary hospitable, conjuring meals from virtually no ingredients and even less catering facilities, for as many friends as she could squeeze around a tiny table. She excelled in drawing people out and brokering contacts between strangers she had brought together because she valued friendship and tried to spread it around to those in need of it.
Luckily Diane and were able to meet again, for the last time, in August this year, and talk over some of our old times and say our farewells.
My sincerest condolences to Diane's family, and to the many friends who loved her and miss her.
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My condolences to Diane's family, friends and everyone who's lives that she touched. She touched so many with her kindness, love, and warmth! We were and are so lucky to have been part of her life!
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My condolences to Diane's family. I first met Diane when we worked together in South Sudan and continued to meet up socially when we were back in Nairobi. She was always sociable and loved to be with people and entertain, I remember many Thanksgiving dinners with her and my daughters We also went on a memorable holiday to India and I will find the photos and post them on this site. Diane was loved and will be missed by all her friends.
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Diane will be missed and remembered for her kindness, intelligence and beautiful spirit for all good things in life. My sincerest condolences to her family and wife circle of friends.
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