In Memory of Pat Diamond

Seonghwa

Oct 4

Written By Youth and Young Adult Ministry

Pat Pimol Diamond

Spouse: Luke Diamond
Children: Jeremy, Jung Soon (Johnny), Inja Jenny
Birthdate: October 20, 1949
Blessing: August 25, 1992
Ascension: September 24, 2023
Seonghwa Ceremony: October 1, 2023

Pat Pimol Diamond, born on October 20, 1949 in Prachinburi, Thailand, peacefully passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2023 in Claremont, New Hampshire. She was a remarkable individual whose life journey was marked by resilience, devotion, and a boundless spirit of adventure.

Pimol was born to her loving parents, Sopon Aeumtat and Chulee Prayong. In her homeland of Thailand, Pimol pursued her education, eventually earning a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics Teaching from Chulalongkorn University. She started her career as a high school math teacher, shaping the minds of students and sharing her passion for learning.

In 1979 she embarked on a new chapter by moving to the United States. In California, she pursued a career in computer programming. In 1985 while studying at UCLA Extension, Pimol met the love of her life, Luke Diamond. They soon embarked on a journey together, and in 1986 they exchanged vows, marking the beginning of a loving partnership that lasted throughout their lives.

Introduced to the Divine Principle in 1991, Pimol’s faith was an essential part of her life. She had a deep and abiding love for God and was devoted to sharing her faith and love of God with others. Her spiritual journey was a source of strength and inspiration to those who knew her.

In 1992 Pimol and Luke Diamond renewed their vows in a deeply meaningful ceremony. They traveled to Seoul, Korea, where they participated in the Unification Church Holy Blessing Ceremony, joining 30,000 other couples in a testament to their enduring love and commitment to each other.

Although she was busy raising three children, Pimol volunteered her time generously to help with church activities. In 1992 after the Soviet Union collapsed, Pimol traveled to Moscow to share the Divine Principle at High School workshops. In 1998 she was invited to work as a missionary for a limited time in a rural part of Gangwon Province in South Korea. She joyfully embarked on this new venture, even bringing her toddler with her. In 2003 Pimol traveled to Israel in support of Peace rallies that brought together Jews, Christians, and Muslims in brotherhood. Her commitment to her faith was evidenced in all these activities and also in the way she lived her life on a daily basis, caring for her family and the people in her community. She was always ready to serve and love others.

Throughout her life, Pimol was a woman of many talents and interests. She found joy in painting and cooking, sharing her culinary creations with friends and family. Her adventurous spirit knew no bounds—she fearlessly embraced new experiences, learning to ride a bicycle at the age of 36 and even completing the Chicago Marathon.

In 2007, she embarked on a new career path, studying for her Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification. Her caring nature and dedication to helping others led her to a fulfilling career as a visiting nurse in New Hampshire. Most recently, she served as an interpreter, bridging linguistic and cultural gaps within the Thai community in New Hampshire.

Pimol is survived by her loving husband, Luke Diamond, and their three children, Jeremy Diamond, Jung Soon (Johnny) Diamond, and Inja Jenny Diamond. She is also survived by her three sisters, Patcharee Neranartkomol, Keratikarn Ieamthat, and Ornuch Sumalee. Her legacy of resilience, love, and adventure will forever live on in the hearts of her family and friends.

Pimol’s Seonghwa took place on Sunday, October 1st at Stringer Funeral Home in Claremont, NH. Following the service, there was a gathering to celebrate her life, share food, and find comfort in each other's company.