She was much admired and loved by not only Australians but clients and celebrities the world over, he said.Friend Karen Phillips said Ms Middleton had been a true gem in every sense of the word. She was larger than life she really was Australia s Queen of Diamonds and a true shining light for so many, she said. She touched so many lives through her charity work, her kindness and generosity. In her 40 years as a jeweller par excellence, the crowning glory came with a Diamonds International Award, considered the Oscars of the industry, in 1994.She also received an OAM,Ray Ban Rx 5184, was crowned South Australian of the year and once made a list of Australia s 50 most iconic women.Ms Middleton was once one of Australia s top table tennis players and her tours to Asia, and in particular China in the 1970s, were credited with helping to bring down barriers to trade and relations.Ann leaves behind her son Jamie, his wife Amy and their young daughter Charlotte on the Gold Coast, and other relatives in South Australia.Her funeral will be held in her home town of Adelaide.Today a candle will be lit outside her Marina Mirage boutique, where staffers are rushing to finish a piece for the Brisbane Lord Mayor s Charitable Trust function this week.For help with depression, contact on 131 114.