Diane F. Canelas Obituary (1955 - 2018)

Diane Canelas, age 63 passed away at home surrounded by her loving family after a long brave battle with ovarian cancer. She was born March 1, 1955 in Lowell. The daughter of predeceased mother Estel Heasman and father Manuel Goes. Diane will forever be remembered by her loving husband of 36 years Tom Canelas Jr. of Chelmsford, where they were long time residents. Their 2 beautiful daughters Stephanie, Hayley and her husband Matt, and 3 grandsons, Alex, Haeden and Jacob who were her pride and joy. Diane will also be forever remembered by her sister Debbie, as well as sisters Sheila and Sandy, brother and sister in law Paul and Mary, as well as many nieces and nephews, great nieces and treasured friends. She will be especially missed by Yittaman and Poopey her bestest furry pals. Diane was the heart of her family, a beacon of light to many, a uniquely gifted mother to her daughters, and an extraordinary friend. She had the ability to see the sun shining on the darkest of days, to find happiness even through the most challenging times in recent years with her illness. She was a talented artist, who painted throughout her life, she was very creative and had many hobbies over the years, including jewelry making, glass painting and too many more to mention. She had several memorable jobs and made many wonderful friends over the years. If asked today, she would tell you her most precious and cherished position above all was that of a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. A private service was held at the request of the family. First Visitation March 30, 2018 8:30am - 10:30am, Blake Chelmsford Funeral Home 24 Worthen Street Chelmsford, MA 01824 Liturgy of the Word Information March 30, 2018 11:00am, St. Mary Parish 25 North Road Chelmsford, MA 01824 Interment Location Pine Ridge Cemetery 130 Billerica Road Chelmsford, MA 01824