Diane and I met at a Sierra Club hike many years ago in Cincinnati.  It was like we had been friends forever as we started talking and sharing our stories.  Our friendship never ended.  We created a lot of fun and memorable memories from that moment on.  We hiked many trails,  went to live music at local parks, kayaked, camped at Morgan's in Morrow, biked the Loveland Bike Trail and even did a bike tour in Door County, WI.  I will never forget how she "thumbed" down a ride for us from the restaurant back to our hotel on that trip.  I had so much fun on that trip with her!!

Diane's spirit and love for the outdoors, her family, grandchildren and friends was unconditional and true from the heart. You couldn't help but feel and have that passion she did especially for life!  Diane was always so upbeat through her cancer.  She would tell me, "Denise you just take a day at a time and be happy."  I try to live by her words in everything I do.  Diane was the best friend anyone could have and I do and miss her terribly.  You will always be in my heart Diane.

Denise

Diane - the most special neighbor and friend. I got to see Jennifer and Travis grow up. I recently sent her a photo of the 4 cottontail bunnies we raised. She kept me from coloring my early, silver hair for my 25th class reunion. Said "Eat chocolate, instead!" (She was right.) We enjoyed going to the ballet. She was there during my divorce and was my matron of honor (bringing many balloons) when I married my old friend, Manny, now also hers. She even brought the family to VA to visit us. She was the most adventuresome person EVER. We will love you always!  Even living on the East Coast for many years, we always kept in close touch. To her dear family, she was always bragging on you and LOVED you all SO MUCH!

Our deepest sympathy,  
Many & Judy PERRY

Dear Diane, Family and Friends, 

My heart breaks as I keep watching this video I have linked below. It marked a deeply moving moment I shared with Diane.  We were on a bike ride on the Loveland Bike Trail when we found ourselves surrounded, overwhelmed and completely captivated by a swarm of starlings in formation.  I have never forgotten it. Nor will I forget her.  We shared many beautiful moments, I will always treasure.

Diane was my neighbor/friend/sister partner in life for several years. We have hiked, biked, kayaked, gone to concerts, danced, laughed, cried, and yes, been at odds with each other.  But our friendship survived, as did our love for each other.  Her zest for life, nature and family was contagious.  She was a loyal and trusted friend. She loved her T,  her Jen and her grandchildren more than anything. She would go to any lengths to be the best mom, grandma and friend she could be. She leaves behind a beautiful, bright light. Bon voyage, Diane.  I will look for you on a ride along the Loveland Bike Trail, or on an early morning flight of the great blue out at Cowan Lake.  



https://youtu.be/uV54oa0SyMc

Diane changed my life. The first day I met her, we rode bicycles together. A bee flew into my mouth and stung me inside. It was disgusting and scary and it hurt. After I reacted (kinda strongly), she said, "we're going to be friends for life." Wow! I knew it was going to be true because of the way she reacted to me, and it was. Thank you for the gift of your friendship and showing me how to be so friendly, kind, and real. Diane had to be the most courageous woman I ever met. So many examples. One of the most fun things we did together was renting mountain bikes on Grand Island, MI and careening through the woods, through Streams, and up and down hills. It was a BLAST.

Diane was my sister and one of my best friends so hard to imagine the world without her. She always told it how it was and was the best conversationalist,  will miss our talks so much.
We hiked many sections of Appalachian trail, was so fun and she was always moving tirelessly ahead up the mountain, exhausting me not her!
I remember a field of flowers we came upon and laid down in smelled so beautiful happy and in the sunshine, I'll remember her there.

Diane was a free spirit who enjoyed each day with energy. Her spirit of adventure lead her to many countries and cultures. Her strength in her battle with cancer is an inspiration to us all. She will be forever admired and missed.

Keeping Diane's family in my thoughts. It is an honor to serve you at this time.

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Diane Kay Wood

9 febrero, 1949 – 24 marzo, 2021

Schoedinger Midtown

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