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Diane Spencer October 7, 2025

Date of Funeral

October 14, 2025

Diane Spencer, of Wiarton, peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Gateway Haven on Tuesday October 7, 2025. Marjorie Diane Spencer (nee Salisbury) at the age of 91 years. Devoted wife of Bill for over 61 years. Dear mother of Patricia “Patti” (Bob Harron), of Harriston, David Doolittle (Debbie), of Bradford, and Pamela “Pam” Spencer-Gilham, of Georgian Bluffs. Cherished grandmother of Amanda, Amy, Adam, and Andrew; and great-grandmother of Colton, Chloe, Tristen, and Ayla. Sadly missed by her brother-in-law, Ross Spencer (Shirley); and by her many nieces, nephews and friends. Predeceased by her parents, Leslie and Violet; Bill’s parents, Arthur and Alice Spencer; Patti and David’s father, Donald Doolittle; sister, Vera Ablack; brother, Harold Salisbury (Kay); and sisters-in-law, Rita McGregor, Marie (Gordon Mooney), Jean Stephens, Eula (Frank Brown), and Marjorie Martin. Diane’s family wish to thank the Dr. Hanley and nursing staff of Gateway Haven for their loving care. Friends may call for visitation at the Thomas C. Whitcroft Peninsula Chapel, 272 Berford St., Wiarton (519) 534-5341 on Tuesday October 14, 2025 from 12-1 PM, where a service to celebrate Diane’s life will be conducted from the chapel at 1 o’clock. Interment in Oxenden Cemetery at 3 PM. Donations to the Friends of Gateway or to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated. Condolences may be expressed online at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com

Friends may call for visitation at the Thomas C. Whitcroft Peninsula Chapel, 272 Berford St., Wiarton (519) 534-5341 on Tuesday October 14, 2025 from 12-1 PM, where a service to celebrate Diane’s life will be conducted from the chapel at 1 o’clock. Interment in Oxenden Cemetery at 3 PM.

Condolences(11)

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    Eric and Nancy Brouwer says
    October 9, 2025 at 4:15 pm

    To Bill and family. Sorry to hear about the passing of Diane.Our condolences to all of you,

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    Barbara Young says
    October 9, 2025 at 7:59 pm

    My sincere condolences to Bill, Pam, Patti, David and the entire Spencer and Salisbury family. Diane was a dear neighbor to me for many years, when I lived up the road from them. I treasure all the wonderful visits and memories of time spent at Diane and Bills home in Georgian Bluffs. She was always kind, hospitable and interested in others and their lives. The picture of Diane is exactly how I remember her. Thinking of you all at this sad time and sending big hugs.

    Barbara Young and Abe Haasnoot

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    Sean says
    October 10, 2025 at 11:01 am

    Bill,

    You have our deepest condolences.

    Majorie Diane Eechaute, Sean Eechaute & Diane Wagler

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    ERIC VON DUNGERN says
    October 10, 2025 at 12:44 pm

    Sorry for your loss.

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    Pat Hepburn says
    October 10, 2025 at 3:22 pm

    Dear Pam and Family
    Please accept my sympathy over the loss of your Mother!
    She was a great lady, and we always enjoyed our visits over the years.
    She is now at Peace! Thinking of you Pat Hepburn

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    Susan Steffler says
    October 12, 2025 at 12:34 pm

    Diane was a lovely lady and lots of time my Granddaughters and I would sit with her on a Sunday morning at church. She had us out for lunch a few times and also made cloth bags for them to keep there clothes or whatever they wanted in them. My granddaughter remembers her with
    fondness. My heart goes out to Bill and his family.

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    Bill Walker says
    October 13, 2025 at 2:51 pm

    Dear Bill and family,

    May fond memories provide you comfort and hoping it helps to know that friends have you in their thoughts and prayers. Lots of fond memories of our interactions while I was at the Bruce Peninsula Health Services Foundation and while Diane was on the Board of Grey Bruce Health Services. She was a caring and very committed volunteer who made a difference in the lives of others.
    Regrettably I have a work commitment in Toronto on Tuesday and will not be able to attend to pay my respects in person. Please know I will be thinking of all of you.
    With Condolence,
    Bill Walker

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    Diana Williamson says
    October 14, 2025 at 10:04 am

    You will always treasure your mom and the memories you had with her. You always spoke highly of her Pam. Hugs going your way!!

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    John & Monika Brouwer says
    October 14, 2025 at 12:12 pm

    Dear Bill and Family,
    Praying for friends to comfort you, faith , to uphold you , and loving memories , to help you smile again. We will always treasure the wonderful times together , Diane was a wonderful friend to us, and we hope to continue the friendship with you Bill and family.
    Our deepest and sincere sympathy.
    Love John , Monika and Sarah Brouwer.

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    Cam Stauffer says
    October 15, 2025 at 9:09 am

    Diane dedicated much of her life to volunteering in our community. She was a past President of the Wiarton Hospital Auxiliary and a member of the Grey Bruce Health Services Board of Directors. The Wiarton Hospital Auxiliary is saddened by her passing but grateful for her long-time service to the community. Our condolences to Diane’s family and friends.

    Cam Stauffer
    President
    Wiarton Hospital Auxiliary

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    Barbara Buck says
    October 24, 2025 at 6:27 pm

    Condolences to all of Diane’s family.
    Visited with her often when she came into my Clothing Store.
    May your memories help to comfort you at this difficult time.

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