Diane Downs Obituary
We announce the death of Diane Downs (Chicago, Illinois), who passed away on June 26, 2026, at the age of 70. Diane will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Diane Downs to pay them a last tribute.
She is survived by: her husband Michael Victor; her sons, Paul (Patrick Wood) and Justin (Jennifer); her stepdaughters, Elise Willis (Adam) and Sara Elie (Antoine); her grandchildren, Austin Downs and Alexandra Garofalo; and her stepgrandchildren, Simon, Evan Willis, Nolan and Mila Elie. She is also survived by many extended family members and dear friends.
Those wishing to honor Diane may send flowers or donate to the Nurses Helping Nurses Foundation (https://www.nhnfoundation.com), the American Cancer Society, or the American Stroke Foundation.
