Angelica,

Please accept my prayers and condolences in the loss of your dear mother, Ms. Diana.  It is during times of bereavement that the Lord reminds us of what is truly important in life.  Your mom understood that family, friends, and demonstrating the love of Christ is the most valuable aspect of life prior to transition.  Your mom was a beautiful person who truly helped others.

Michelle Harris  

Que  Dios la  tenga en su  santa  gloria  a la  maestra  mi  amiga  con  la que pasamos  altas y bajas  juntos con  su  hija y lleno descansa en paz y no es un adiós  si no un hasta  luego.

My prayers are with you and your family. Diana was a special lady. She always wanted to stay busy. I had the opportunity to get to know her when she worked at Burgin Elementary. She would take laminating home to cut out, assemble books, etc. She loved to help in any way that she could. I always thought it made her feel needed and we all need that. She will be missed! Love, Linda 

Prayers headed your family’s way. Your Mom was such a wonderful coworker and friend. I know she and your grandmother are catching up in Heaven!  


Mrs. Diana Astran, 

Thank you for always believing in me, you always push me to be better. Not only did I considered you a mentor, I always saw you like a second mother. 

I love you always 💛

I will always picture the cheshire cat grin that spread slowly on her face right before saying something witty or funny. We shared a love of chocolate,  belly laughs, and a little swing in the hips for a good dance groove. She was the epitome of a "good and faithful servant" and unquestionably made a difference and was light in a dark world. Rest in peace. Peace be with you all.  

I have many fond memories of Ms. Diana. I carry the greeting cards and gifts she shared with me to this day. It was the thoughtfulness behind her actions that moves me.  The trait that stands out the most was her willingness to help others even in the midst of managing her own struggles. She modeled the right way to live life and I will strive to apply the lessons she taught. Ms. Diana lives on in my heart. 

Doña Diana hoy que la luz de sus ojos se an apagado nos queda en la memoria los mejores recuerdos de susperacion y rectitud y fuerza que seguiremos asta el fin de recordarla siempre tal y como era una señora alegre siempre sonriente y aúna señora que como le gustaba bailar a Un que aveses nos regañaba pero a un así la queríamos mucho mucho Dońa Diana pero un día nos volvemos a ver para que nos sigua regañándonos la vamos a extrañar 😭😭😭😭

Everyone who met Diana  knows she had a great sense of humor.  Growing up around her as a kid I just knew her by her first name. But one day she substituted for my second grade teacher and asked me to tell the whole class what her name was. I answered, “Diana?” She smiled and asked again, “no, what’s-my-name?” I looked at her with a puzzled face not knowing what other name to call her.  She just laughed and said, “it’s Ms. Astran!”

Diana was very thoughtful of others. She would always write others cards with bible verses. She enjoyed participating in the community and church. 

Ms. Astran will be remembered in the hearts of so many people. 

Lady Di was a sweet, gentle spirit that loved to help others. She always helped with cutting out laminating projects for us at school and was so excited to do it for us teachers.  She made our work lighter by taking the load off of us. She will be greatly missed but I am sure she already has an assignment from God!  He will use her as a great guardian angel!!!

I met Diana working at Goodman Elementary School as a teacher's assistant. She was always so kind and supportive in any situation. There were several times when we were able to sit near each other in the hallway during testing times for students and we would talk about books and spirituality. She was such a gentle, kind person and will always be remembered. Many blessings to the family during this difficult time but know that she is an angel! Anita Walker

Diana came to work every morning and she was dedicated to her job and the students.  She loved when we had school  events because she loved to dance.

Diana was a woman dedicated to her job and school.  She came every day and was always ready to help others.  She loved to count papers to go home...she considered it the fun stuff.
Diana will be missed. 

Ms. Astran was the true definition of someone who had a servant's heart. She was a selfless person, always putting the needs of others ahead of herself. She dedicated her life to serving others and it was evident that it brought her much joy. There were countless times she reached out to many a teacher, including myself, to assist us with classroom projects and preparation. I count myself fortunate to have met her so many years ago at Goodman Elementary. As much as we will miss her here on Earth, I hold tight to the promise that our Lord God truly did prepare a place for her where she can rest eternally. Well done, good and faithful servant, well done. ❤️

I will always remember how happy she was working at her schools. Her smile and welcoming heart made you feel special. She will be missed. RIP Ms. Diana. ♥️♥️

Ms. Diana Astran loved school celebrations.  You could always count with her support and presence to celebrate our school community.  During her time at Goodman Elementary she would always offer to help any teacher with any special projects-arts and crafts were her favorite.  Throughout the years she would send special messages with kind words and thoughts.  Diana was a special lady that will remain present in our hearts.  

Yo tuve el privilegio  de Ser el yerno de Diana y al paso de Los años  supe que era una persona muy entregada a su trabajo y era humilde pero sobre todo amorosa  con todas Los personas  dando un poquito como ella decia a cada uno de todos los que la conocieron .

I spent a lot of time with Diana in the early and mid-1990s, the Webb Elementary and St. Charles Apartments years.  I saw that she loved to help people.  When she decided to do something, she worked at it with all her heart, often for many hours.

Diana and I studied a course together called MasterLife, learning together to better follow Jesus Christ as our Master.  Like many other people who have taken this course, she did very well at all of the assignments except the memory verses.  I think we both learned, “For me to live in Christ, and to die is gain,” but she had trouble with the longer verses.  When I asked her to repeat one, she would try to guess by mentioning phrases from other verses, such as “The Holy Spirit?” even if the verse we were learning had nothing to do with the Spirit.  Then she would giggle when she could tell by my reaction that she wasn’t even close.  Her giggles, laughs, and smiles were so pleasant!

We also studied Philippians together.  Diana was much better than I at practicing Philippians 2:  “Each of you should look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.”

Diana loved to celebrate life and its special moments, including her daughter’s baptism, 15th birthday, and 16th birthday.

I hope that many of us who knew Diana will step up and serve others with the same passion that she did.  If so, her example will bear much fruit.

Dear Diana, 
The legacy that you leave behind was built on being a true servant to humanity. Personally, you always treated me with kindness, respect and dignity. While our friendship was mainly work related across two plus decades with Arlington ISD, you were always very welcoming and made me feel as if I were your best friend! We could go weeks without talking yet every phone call that followed always ended with a good dose of laughter to carry us through until the next phone call connected us once again.

I will forever miss your awesome humor, infectious smile, uplifting attitude and just plain and fun, DIANA. The way you courageously dealt with your daily challenges inspired me so. Rest in peace my forever loyal friend, your legacy lives on.......

Until we meet again,  -Rosa Talamantes


Eternal Rest, Diana!  I had the pleasure of seeing Diana be a Catechist at St. Matthew for over 12 years.  She was truly a friend to all.  Even in the last several years as her diabetes progressed, she was ever faithful to her 4th Grade Students; to say she loved all of them was an understatement!  She always arrived early, and prepared thoroughly so every student knew they were important and loved by Jesus Christ!  She was certainly a great gift to the St. Matthew Community and will be missed.

blessings, bianca

Diana was a great woman of God. Her dedication to her job, church, and the people she served give testimony to a loving and caring heart. May she rest in peace. She helped me when I first came to the Arlington ISD 27 years ago and we crossed paths again at our church, St. Matthew where we both taught Sunday school a few years ago. She has a special place in my heart and I am happy to have met her. Until we meet again, Diana, you will be truly missed. Prayers for her daughter and family. 

I worked with Diana at Burgin Elementary.  During a school meeting with the whole faculty, Diana was introduced to us for the first time.  She told us her name, and then added, “You can call me Princess Di.”  I knew then she had a great personality and sense of humor.  She spoke often about her family, especially her mother and her daughter, Angelica.  One time Diana, Angelica, and I heard about a special shake to help you lose weight that someone was selling.  We decided to go hear the sales pitch and try the shake.  None of us liked it, and we felt bad for not buying anything, but we were ready to go eat some real food on the way home.  Diana was down-to-earth, friendly, caring, fun, accepting of everyone and her faith was very important to her. I’m lucky to have known Diana and call her my friend. 

My cousin Diana, I just can’t believe you're gone, however I know you are up in heaven with all the Angels and Saints. 

You had a true love for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Thank you for sharing your Faith with me and all those around you. 

I’ll always remember our family gatherings at your moms house, Tia Bessie, especially for New Years and Easter. 

You were always cracking jokes, smiling and laughing and just had an overall beautiful spirit!

I’ll miss your “Gritos”, but most of all, I’ll miss the talks we use to have. 

I love you Prima!!!

May you have eternal peace!

I love you!!!

Your cousin, John

Diana was happiest when she could talk about her family or help others. I worked with her for many years at Goodman Elementary. She’d cut up task cards for me, and I’d leave her favorite drink on her desk (Big Red). Diana always had a piece of wisdom to share, a humble observation, or a sassy comeback. We laughed a lot! She will be greatly missed. 

Diana was not only a good friend but also very helpful. She loved to help others especially teachers. Being a teacher can very stressful especially when it comes to setting up and decorating your classroom and bulletin boards. I know because I am one.  Diana was always helpful in this area not only to me but to other teachers as well. I remember giving Diana lamination film filled with items to be cut out or other school related tasks both at school and at her home. When I arrived, I was just one of many teachers that had left materials to be readied for either the beginning of school or some school project. Diana loved it! She would even call to remind you she was available for these tasks. I don't believe she realized what a burden she lifted off teachers' shoulders by offering her services. But that was Diana ... always helpful.
This is just one memory of how helpful and loving Diana was.
I will truly miss her!
God Bless!

The memories I have of my cousin Diana  is the sleepovers and all the dancing we did together.Diana loved to dance and have fun , we would  get together for the holidays and hers and my Tia  was New Years  and they would go all out food ,music, decorations  and  fireworks the  whole shebang. I loved it !!!! 
      I love you cousin , you  will alway be with me in my heart and in my memories. Diana now your with my Tia and the rest of our family I know they are with their arms wide open to welcome you home .

I have so many memories of my cousin Diana throughout my life.  All the holidays we spent with her and my Tia Bessie.  She always made a rum cake for New Years.  That was her specialty.  She loved to dance. Her  signature “grito” was unforgettable.  I remember fondly a day she took me to the carnival.  There are just so many good memories.  She is gone too soon!  She will never be erased from my memory and heart.  

These are some of the memories I have of my cousin Diana.

I babysat her during several summers starting when I was 15 years old and she was about one year old.

I took her, my son John, and my niece Julissa to AstroWorld and Galveston.  We all had a great time.  Circa  1973

I always enjoyed when she came to visit.

  She always livened up the party with her famous “Gritos”.

I’ll miss her.

May she Rest In Peace with Tia Bessie and the rest of the family.

My mother and Diana

One of the best memories I have of my cousin Diana is how she always livened up any family get together or party when she would give one of her “Gritos” to a tear jerker or lively Mexican song.

Everyone just loved it.

I can’t believe you are gone.

I will miss you so so much, but you will always live in my heart. 

Rest In Peace prima.

My prayers and love go out to you Angelica and Everardo.


Diana’s high school picture 1977

Diana and I met at Webb Elementary in 1994. We worked together for four years there, but best of all, we remained friends. Diana had a beautiful soul and was always willing to help anywhere she was needed.  She loved teaching kids in the classroom and at church. Diana brought joy and smiles to every occasion, and was always laughing. Her daughter Angelica was her greatest accomplishment, and her pride and joy.  Diana will be missed by all who knew her. 

Diana and I met when she started working at Bowie. But it felt like we knew each other longer. We shared many life events, lunches and laughs together. She loved wearing the silliest hats or dressing up on our Spirit days.  Diana was always wanting to help others. Her pride and joy was her daughter. She will be missed. Your family will be with us in prayers.🙏

Diana was a part of our Bowie family and will be missed dearly.  Diana was always ready to help and wanted to help.  She was a friend and I will miss her.  I always expected her to be part of the front office; I guess we take things for granted that they will not change. 

Diana was such a sweet person.  I remember her for her kindness and her smile.  She was a positive influence at the school and an example for our students.   I remember on a couple of occasions when she and I shared our thoughts on spiritual matters.  She was a wonderful Christian lady and we will all miss her tremendously!  Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family!

I loved Ms. Diana's sense of humor, kindness and compassion. As well as her quiet strength. Always helpful and willing to offer her assistance, is something I also admired. Yes, very inspiring woman that I enjoyed seeing and working with at Bowie. She always sent messages and treats to keep everyone encouraged...during the holidays and some touchy times. She will be truly missed but her memories treasured and not forgotten. Prayers and my deepest sympathy and condolences for the family, friends and loved ones. 

I sponsor the Board Game Club at Bowie High school.  Me and Ms. Diana were talking one day and she asked why I started the club.  I told her that growing up board games were a big part of how my family bonded and grew closer together.  However, game nights with the family seemed to have died off since I was a kid but I wanted to bring that enjoyment and that feeling of family to the school and to the kids.  Some time later she called me on the school phone and told me she had something for me.  So the next available chance I got I went up to the office and got them.  They were two card games, old maid and go fish.  She told me she wanted the kids to have them because they were some of her favorite games growing up and wanted the students to have that same level of enjoyment.  My club isn't big with maybe a total of 10 kids on a good day, but we have all sat down and played gold fish and remembered what it was like when we were kids.  I never got to tell her how much those two games meant to me. 

Words can't describe the love and respect I shared with Ms. Diana. She was my right hand on so many projects that could not have been completed without her. We had a standing date to go eat Spring Creek BBQ which we were able to do right before the Christmas break.   Ms. Diana was never afraid to put me "in my place" if she felt I didn't do something correctly which made us laugh each time. I knew she loved me because she told me and when she presented me with a beautiful piece of her mom's jewelry, I felt like family.   She was creative and fun, smart and helpful, outgoing and the life of the party.  She loved to dance and no matter what was going on in her life, she always had a positive word to say. I will miss her a d know that her memory will forever live on in my heart.  I pray for peace and comfort for Angelica and the rest of her family.

I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Diana for about 1 1/2 years. I will always remember her kindness and she always had a smile on her face. She was also very generous and always gave us gifts of snacks and goodies when it was a special occasion. She would also send messages of encouragement through out the day at work. She will be dearly missed and I pray God's peace surround you all. God bless you always. 

OBITUARIO

Diana Astran Rodriguez

24 julio, 1961 – 31 diciembre, 2020

Moore Bowen Road Funeral Home

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