We Remember
DIACK, Arthur William
March 31, 1936 — May 24, 2026
“A life well lived never truly ends … it echoes in the faith, courage, and hope it leaves behind. Death may close the chapter, but the legacy continues to write itself in every heart touched along the way.”
Art was born and grew up in the North end of Winnipeg. From a young age he wanted to be a member of the RCMP and in1954 that dream was fulfilled. He always related the stories that during training at depot, he was not the greatest at horsemanship, however was noted for his courage and determination in getting back in the saddle after falling or being thrown off.
His first posting was Manning, Alberta, where he met the love of his life, Margaret. In those days before five years of service, one was unable to marry. Therefore, he had to quit the RCMP in order to make Margaret his wife. He did, and then after serving a short stint with the Winnipeg City Police, he was re-engaged in the RCMP and posted to Prince George. There were subsequent postings to Kelowna and depot in Regina where he was a drill and firearms instructor. He was also a member of the Saskatchewan Police shooting team. Art was sometimes referred to “Dead Eye Diack” for his incredible marksmanship. After Regina, the family was posted to Port Alice, BC, and then to Penticton, Kitimat, Salmon Arm, and finally back to Kelowna where he retired in 1989.
Art enjoyed camping, playing darts, and most of all, drinking beer. This became Ginger Ale (no alcohol added) in his later years. He loved his grandchildren, Ashley and Brett. When they were little, he enjoyed taking them on nature walks, as he had done with his daughter when she was young.
He was known for his quick wit, sharp tongue, and sarcastic sense of humour. Traits that both his children inherited.
Art was predeceased by Margaret in 2005. He is survived by his daughter Carol; son Stuart; grandchildren Ashley (Nelson) and Brett; and two great grandchildren, Rowen and Hudson.
The family would like to extend their gratitude to Hospice House in Kelowna for their kindness and compassion.
There will be no service at his request.
Family and friends can each honour Art in their own way. He would probably say “have a wee dram”.
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