Diane Grosse

She grew up in Vail, Iowa and attended Carroll Kemper High School. She moved to New York City after high school to work and train as a secretary. Upon moving back to Omaha, Nebraska, she met and married Don Grosse. They lived in the same home in Omaha for 42 years raising four girls: Patti, Kris, Sherry and Amy. Don and Diane retired and moved to Sun Lakes, Arizona 20 years ago at which time they became very involved in the community and became members of St. Steven’s Roman Catholic Church. Diane enjoyed hours of card playing, golf, knitting, thrifting, and casinos. She bragged about her three hole-in-ones! She always remembered special occasions and was quick to send a card. Diane was the most frugal, savvy coupon gal and had a green thumb. Diane had a sharp memory that amazed her family. She will be missed for her witty sense of humor and love of her family and friends.

Diane is survived by her husband of 61 years, Don Grosse; daughters: Patti (Jerry) Johnston, Kris (Tony) Kaska, Sherry (Mark) Driscoll, and Amy (Mike) McDonnell; grandchildren: Jacob Kaska, Adam Kaska, Maddie Kaska, Andrew (Karmin) Driscoll, Jack Driscoll, Ryan McDonnell, Stacie Staniszewski and Chad Johnston; great grandchildren: Braeden and Colten Staniszewski, Desi and Devin Driscoll; sister, Denise Odendall; and brother, Tim (Diane) Ryan. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fabian and Anita Ryan, and her brother, Mike (Mary) Ryan.

The family would like to give special thanks to the paramedics and Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, friends and family.

A celebration of Diane's life will be held on Saturday, April 5 at St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church - 11802 Pacific St. Omaha, NE 68154. The Visitation will occur from 9-10 am, followed by Mass at 10 am.

In lieu of flowers donations in Diane's name to the Omaha VFW or Arizona Fire and Medical Association (AFMA).