Lina Diaz Obituary
The memory of Lina Diaz (Hopewell Junction, New York), who passed away on July 7, 2025 at the age of 87, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Lina Diaz to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Pietro Fontana and Sara DaSilva; her stepparent Abilio DaSilva; her husband Rafael Diaz; and her sister Louise Camara.
She is survived by: her children, Peter Diaz (Jeanne), Angelina Shishkowsky, Maria Diaz, David Diaz and Sara D'Arce; her grandsons, Jon Ayala (Samantha), Kevin Franqui (Aileen), Joseph Ayala and Xavier Garcia; her great grandchildren, Keira, Penelope Franqui, Dominick and Nico Ayala; and her stepsister Tina Fontana. She is also survived by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Monday, July 14th 2025 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the McHoul Funeral Home, Inc. - Chapel (895 NY-82, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533). A Mass of Christian burial was held on Monday, July 14th 2025 at 11:30 AM at the St. Columba Church (835 NY-82, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533). A burial was held on Monday, July 14th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Rose Hills Memorial Park (100 Mill St, Putnam Valley, NY 10579).
