Diana Howley

Diana L. "Dee" Howley, nee Russert, age 63, beloved wife for 41 years to Donald A. Howley. Loving mother of Rachel (Steve) Klusacek, Tara (Robert) Shong and Anna (Brandon) Miller. Cherished grandmother of Molly Brown; Charlie and James Shong; and Jolene and Henry Miller. Devoted daughter of Harold and Marybeth Russert. Dear sister and best friend of Donna Russert and Peter Russert. Fond daughter-in-law of the late Thomas (Pat) Howley and the late Deanna Bush. Dear sister-in-law and aunt of many. Best friend and cousin of Kathy Acton.

Diana was a devoted mother, grandmother, and faithful follower of Jesus Christ. Her greatest joy in life was being a mother and grandmother, finding peace and happiness in the presence of her loved ones. Diana had a deep love for the sun and the outdoors, and cherished moments spent with her grandchildren in her pool. Trips with the grandchildren to the Little Red Schoolhouse brought her immense joy, creating lasting memories of adventure and discovery. She also served as a Sunday School teacher and shared her faith with others. Diana and her husband Don shared a profound connection, and their love was a testament to the power of a soul mate bond. Above all, Diana's love for her Savior, Jesus Christ, remained the cornerstone of her life. Her memory will forever be treasured by her family and friends.

Visitation Tuesday, August 1, 2023 from 3-8 p.m. at Colonial Chapel, 15525 S. 73rd Ave. (155th/Wheeler Dr. & Harlem) Orland Park, IL. Lying in State Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at Moraine Valley Church, 6300 W. 127th St., Palos Heights, IL from 9:00 a.m. until time of Funeral Service 10:00 a.m. Interment Orland Memorial Park Cemetery, Orland Park, IL.

Below is a photo tribute celebrating Dee's Life.


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