It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Diane Rae Gordon of Urbana, Illinois, born in Waterman, Illinois, who passed away at the age of 86, on September 24, 2023. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Diane Rae Gordon to show support.

She was loved and cherished by many people including : her parents, Ralph Wendell and Evelyn Mae McKirgan (Hage); her sons, Hank Gordon and Steve Smiley (Kathleen); her grandchildren, Hank Gordon Jr. and Kaitlyn Smiley; and her stepsisters, Renae Rhoades and Linda Whildin (John). She was also cherished by many nieces and nephews.

Contributions be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, Urbana, IL. In Lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent to Renner-Wikoff Chapel.

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September 28, 2023

Rhonda Leifheit wrote a sympathy message

“Our dear cousin Diane will be sweetly remembered as filled with love and laughter. Radiant and beautiful from inside out! (Captured in the photos sent by our sister Rachelle.) Sending deepest condolences and love to all as you say goodbye and celebrate her life. She will light up the heavens! Rhonda Leifheit”

September 28, 2023

Rachelle Bianchi wrote a sympathy message

“Dave Leifheit and Cousin Diane, 1982”

September 28, 2023

Rachelle Bianchi wrote a sympathy message

“The Leifheit siblings were all so sad to hear of Diane’s passing. Cousin Diane was always a joy to be around and The life of the party. She lit up The room when she entered:) The pictures I’ve attached are from my wedding in 1982. She sang at our reception and then caught the bouquet! My brother Dave caught the garter so they had fun celebrating! She was a loving person and will surely be singing in heaven now with my mom Marie! Rachelle (Leifheit) Bianchi”