Diane was born on March 24, 1961, in Kenosha, Wisconsin to Ronald and Barbara (Stebbins) Smith. She grew up and attended school in Kenosha, and later graduated from Gateway Technical College with her degree in nursing. Diane married Daniel C. Reichoff on May 12, 2005, in Friendship after dating since 2000. She attained her CDL and loved being in the truck alongside Dan.
Diane retired in 2016 from nursing at Northland Home Health after almost 20 years due to her health.
Diane enjoyed reading, card games, board games, watching sports, going to the casino, gardening, and most recently birdwatching. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and nieces & nephews.
Diane was not only Dans wife but his best friend as well. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend to many. She was a caregiver by nature and will be greatly missed.
Diane was preceded in death by her parents: Ronald & Barbara; two sisters: Susan Jackson & Kathleen Dumas, and brothers-in-law: Joel Reichoff & Claude Kearney.
She is survived by her husband: Dan; children: William (Amanda) Lawrence, Ronald Lawrence (Louise Murch), Justin Reichoff; grandchildren: Rebecca, Tera (McKenzie), Conner, Tyler, Wyatt, Madison, Randi & Caleb; great-grandson: Andrew; twin sister: Donna Kearney; brother: Steven Smith; in-laws: Joseph Jackson, Billy Dumas, Katy (Wayne) Bushmaker, Ellen (Robin) Brown, Tyler Reichoff, Rhett (Monique) Reichoff, Paul Reichoff, Cory (Melody) Reichoff, and many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society, or Autism Society would be appreciated.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
Diane, what a fabulous nurse you were. Because of you many many people were able to stay in their homes as they recovered from illness , surgery, traumas and falls. You brought a calm, intelligence into the home, assisting what could be changed and never judging others. You were instrumental in helping the rehab department dove tail with home health with your weekly stops in the office for paper work and Patient updates. No matter how heavy , difficult the case load, you brought calm, humor and science. Thank you for caring about the health of the county one person at a time . You made the difference between surviving and thriving . It was a pleasure to work with you.
Dan, sorry to hear of your wife’s passing, may all of the great memories help you through this difficult time. She is in a better place, our thoughts and prayers are with you, RIP Diane.
ajsgam
Dan. Sorry to hear of Diane passing.
At peace now. REST IN PEACE NOW..
Billie Staaf
Sister inlaw in Orlando.
Dan,
We are sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Robert and Linda
Donna, Dan and families so very sorry to see this. Diane was a very nice lady and such an accepting attitude, if there was anything she could do or give some advice she would. She will be so missed. Deepest condolences.
Dan, sorry too hear of your wife passing, gotta be tough on you, will say a prayer for you,, G. Barnes
So sorry for your lost
Love you Aunt Diane, you will be greatly missed! Your at peace now. Love you very much!
So sorry to hear of Diane passing. Fabulous nurse. Took excellent care of my husband
Rest in peace
You will be missed by many. You were such a kind person I was blessed to know you.
So sorry to hear of Diane’s passing. She was on top of things as a nurse. She was my go to for questions. I enjoyed working with her.
You are my sunshine and my guiding light . Strength should have been your middle name. You will be missed each and every day !! Rest now . Love you !,