In Memoriam: Fair Havenite Diane Letcher Shaw, 93

Fair Havenite Diane Letcher Shaw died peacefully, her daughters by her side, on Thursday, July 30. She was 93.

Diane Letcher Shaw
Photo/family via Thompson Memorial Home

“Diane loved the beach, skiing, sailing and riding horses and waves …
She was an active member of St. George’s by the River for over 60 years. She served on the altar guild and chaired the Cantebury Fair. She was on the board of the Monmouth County ASPCA and the Auxiliary League.
Di was the life of the party, an avid gardener, a passionate animal lover, a competitive bridge and tennis player, opera buff, crossword puzzle whiz and a worldwide traveler.”
Loved ones of Diane Letcher Shaw in her obituary

Diane was born on March 7, 1929, in Interlaken, the daughter of the late Vyvyan Paul and Elsie Judd Letcher.

She graduated from Endicott College in Beverly, MA. After traveling abroad, Diane settled in New York City working in advertising.

She was married to Edward Benedict Shaw for 26 years and had three children, Frederick, Barbara and Elizabeth.

Diane was predeceased by: her husband, Edward (Ned) Shaw; her sisters, Noel Letcher and Jean Terwilliger.

She is survived by: her son, Frederick (Rick) and his wife Wangue Liu; daughters, Barbara (Barb) Shaw and Elizabeth (Beth) Culnane and husband James; and grandchildren, Ned Culnane, Ally Rocco, Leigh Culnane and Brink Rocco.

A celebration of her life will be held on Thursday, July 28, at 1 p.m. at St. George’s by the River, 7 Lincoln Ave, Rumson. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Fair Haven Public Library, St George’s by the River and/or the Monmouth County ASPCA.

— Edited obituary provided by family via Thompson Memorial Home