Diane C. Pulkkinen Obituary
In loving memory of Diane C. Pulkkinen (Rockland, Maine), who departed this world on May 26, 2025 at the age of 73. Diane leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Diane may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the echoes of her kindness, the warmth of her embrace, and the light of her enduring love.
She was predeceased by: her father Albert M. Bunker; her husband Joseph Pulkkinen; and her daughter Michelle D. Pulkkinen. She is survived by: her mother Dorothy C. Bunker (Ballem) of Hubbardston; and her uncle E. Vance Bunker of Maine. She is also survived by several cousins, nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, and very good friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Matinicus Cemetery, C/O Matinicus Plantation, P.O. Box 198, Matinicus 04851 (make sure to note Matinicus Cemetery Fund in memory of Diane Pulkkinen), or Maine Seacoast Mission, 6 Old Firehouse Lane, P.O. Box 600, Northeast Harbor, ME 04662.
