Mary Rose (Kolometz) Diamond (May 6, 1934 – December 22, 2024) passed away on the 25th anniversary of Garnet Diamond’s passing. She was the loving and devoted wife to Garnet Diamond (d. Dec 1999) for 44 years. Mary was a cherished mother to Barry (the late Sandie Bellows), Michael (Mary Ellen), Wayne (d. Apr 2014), Paul (Louisa), and Brian (Ginette).
Mary was the sixth of nine children born to Karl and Sonia Kolometz. She is predeceased by siblings Michael (Aurora), Alex, Helen (Oliver Proulx), Anne (Rod Powers), Stella (Percy Gale), and Nellie (Sid Diamond). Survived by sisters Ollie (the late Peter Robinson) and Bonnie (Charlie White). Mary will be deeply missed by her eight grandchildren Meghan (Gessie Mulé), Taryn (Lowell Heppner), Julie (Joel Reeds), Greg (Karen), Garret (Natalia), Erin, Hannah (Max Catalfamo), and Nathan; as well as her great-grandchildren Declan, Elliott, and Garnet.
Mary, a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls, enjoyed gardening, crafts, knitting, crocheting, and quilting. She also loved aquafit, book club, and spending time with dear friends Jeanne, Carol, and Marie.
In keeping with Mary’s wishes, cremation has taken place, and a private family funeral service will be held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Project Share. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.morseandson.com.
Arrangements entrusted to Morse and Son Funeral Home, Canada’s First Funeral Home, Niagara Falls.
