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The obituary notice of Diane (Rafferty) WHITE

Hull, 09/12/1944 - 03/08/2025 (Age 80) | Published in: funeral-notices.co.uk.

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DianeWHITEPassed away peacefully at Dove House Hospice on 3rd August 2025, aged 80, with all her family by her side, after a brave battle with cancer.

Diane was the dearly loved wife of Stephen, proud mum to Steve and Paul, and adored nan to Terry, Kim, Sam and Abi. She was also a loving great-nana to Jaxon.

She worked for many years at Smith & Nephew, where she made many lasting friendships. Her warmth, kindness and sense of humour touched everyone she met. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her, especially her family.

In accordance with her wishes, a private cremation will take place. A celebration of her life will be held at The Hastings Pub on Saturday 16th August from 2pm.

Donations in memory of Diane can be made to Dove House Hospice.

“Just like a wandering sparrow,
One lonely soul.
I walked the straight and narrow,
To reach my goal.
God's gift sent from above,
A real unselfish love,
I found in my mother's eyes.”
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Heartfelt sympathy to Steve, Paul and Steve and family on the loss of Diane you will be very missed by all your family and friends was always lovely to see you when I popped in Hastings and have lots of happy memories of days gone by when the pub was a proper pub god bless Diane a lovely lady with a heart of gold.

Love Annette and Lawrence
Annette Munro
13/08/2025
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Annette Munro
13/08/2025
A very dear friend who will be sadly missed... Many cherished memories from over the years. Sending our love to Steve and family. Love from Paul and Marlene xx
Marlene Jones
10/08/2025
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Marlene Jones
10/08/2025
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10/08/2025
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To Mam

Rest in peace, you’ll always be in our hearts. So very much loved and missed.

Paul and Emma
Paul
08/08/2025
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Paul
08/08/2025
Diane, we know we have only met you a few times, but you were a truly wonderful person.
You made us feel welcome when we saw you, and once we started talking about Hessle Road, then you were in your element.
Loved drinks and laughter with you and Steve, at Paul and Emma's during little Jaxy's birthday party. A wonderful Mum to Paul, and Nanna to Kim and Abi.
A happy go lucky lady who will be sadly missed.
Our thoughts go out to all the family at this sad time.
Love
Jojo & Andy x
Joanne Brookes
08/08/2025
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Joanne Brookes
08/08/2025
Diane was an amazing lady, thank you for being the most loving, kind and generous Nan-In-Law to me.

We will miss you,
Ash xxx
Ash Brookes
08/08/2025
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