Diane Kopke

Diane Maria Kopke (née Ciccarello) passed away in her sleep in the early hours of October 13, 2026 at the age of 77. Born in Akron, Ohio on August 15, 1949 to parents Jim and Bonnie Ciccarello, Diane grew up in Bay Shore, NY and had been a resident of Dix Hills, New York since 1978. She attended Hofstra University and graduated in 1971. Diane was preceded in death by her parents and more recently by her first love and dear mother, Bonnie, as well as by her beloved husband of 47 years, Peter Kopke.

Diane's was a life of a devoted mother to her two sons, William (Amy) and David. In addition, Diane was a loving grandmother to her two beloved granddaughters. Diane is survived by her devoted sister Christine Markham (William) as well as her loving niece and nephews Allison, Brian, and Christopher. Diane leaves behind as well a cast of close friends who will miss her dearly.

Ever the beacon of empathy and care, Diane's spirit will live on in remembrance by those to whom she devoted her precious time in life.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Children’s Medical Fund of New York, https://givebutter.com/diane-maria-kopke-memorial-qwrjpv in her name are appreciated.

Visitation will be held at Boyd-Caratozzolo Funeral Home, 1785 Deer Park Ave, Deer Park, NY 11729, on November 6, 2026, from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm & 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Prayer service and eulogies will begin at 6:00pm. To join via livestream with Tribucast, please use the following link: https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/c26118961841103

A Funeral Mass will take place at Ss Cyril & Methodius RC Church, Deer Park Ave, Deer Park, NY, on November 7, 2026, from 10:30 am to 11:15 am, followed by a Committal Service at St Charles Cemetery, 2015 Wellwood Ave, Farmingdale, NY 11785, on November 7, 2026, at 12:00 pm.