Dianne Padula Obituary
The family announces the passing of Dianne Padula of Kulpmont, Pennsylvania on September 5, 2026. Dianne, born on January 13, 1946, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Michael Zanuck and Mary Zanuck (Hecker); her siblings, Rosemary Thoms, Michael and Paul; and her granddaughter Emily Padula.
She is survived by: her husband Mark Padula; her children, Elizabeth Bendas (Patrick), Andrea Petch (Keith), Mark J. Padula Jr. and Nancy Bradley (Mike); and her grandchildren, Jennifer, Danielle, Sophie, Patrick Jr., John, Heather, Holly, Michael, Sophia, Liam, Sean and Bridget. She is also survived by nine great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Viewing was held on Friday, September 11th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Saturday, September 12th 2026 from 9:00 AM to 10:45 AM at the C. J. Lucas Funeral Home Inc. (1053 Chestnut St, Kulpmont, PA 17834). A funeral Mass was held on Saturday, September 12th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Church of the Holy Angels (855 Scott St, Kulpmont, PA 17834). A burial was held on Saturday, September 12th 2026 at 12:15 PM at the St. Mary's Cemetery. A prayer was held on Wednesday, September 16th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the C. J. Lucas Funeral Home Inc. (1053 Chestnut St, Kulpmont, PA 17834).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Shamokin Coal-Township Public Library, 210 E. Independence St., Lower Level, Shamokin, PA 17872, or Our Lady of Lourdes Regional School, 2001 Clinton Ave, Coal Township, PA 17866.
