We used to enjoy our visits to FL and time spent with Dianna. It was always fun when she returned to Illinois and our times together then. During Covid all that ended and we never got to see Dianna again. We think of you often and miss you. Be at peace. Susan & Art

Dianna is with me each day, she has touched every part of my life for years and continues to do so my loving friend for so many years!

Dianna was my cousin and I have many happy memories of her.  She was close to my mother Audrey and lived with her for some time near Washington, DC.  When Dianna was living in the  Chicago area, she kindly escorted me around Chicago to see all the sights.  She was such a gracious hostess and we had a wonderful time together.  I was so sorry to hear of her death and know she will be missed by so many people.  Say "Hi" to Mom for me up in Heaven, Dianna!

Betty Hinkelman Flynn

Diana was a special part of my young life and growing up as she and my mom and a bunch of other lovely ladies were all good friends. She was a kind, smart, hard-working woman with an incredible creative flair. She holds a special place in my heart! 

I knew her many years ago, but I did not know her well. She always seemed very pleasant and strong and yet she endured many tragedies. But one memory I do remember was a Little Valentine gift. It was handmade and I kept it for many years. I feel blessed to have known her.


Memories to share...how does one wrap up 30 plus yeas of memories in a neat bow, the joy of friendship, sisterhood, and richness of life shared for so many years?  Dianna was a blessing all through the years!  In each room of my house is found a mark of Dianna, a letter, a photo, the many generous gifts grace my bookshelves, stories told, and celebrated.  Her talents bring daily joy and stop me in my tracks to say "Thank You Dianna!" She was indeed my friend and I am forever grateful that our paths crossed so many years ago and for all the shared experiences that will remain with me in my heart forever.  My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family

My deepest sympathy to all of Dianna’s family. I was privileged to know Dianna when I lived in FL.  She was a treasured, gifted friend and loving mother.  Rest In Peace, dear one.❤️

I met Dianna in the mid-1990's when we both worked in the Controllers Division at United Airlines. A work friendship quickly turned into an all-around friendship as we shared "mom of boys" stories, among other interests. When Dianna became a Creative Memories consultant, her love of ancestry came to fruition and we spent many weekends scrapbooking, laughing, talking, and eating! I missed her terribly when she moved back to Florida, but was able to visit occasionally - and was thrilled when Dianna made the trip to visit me in Iowa where I got a picture of "Di" in my "princess room" (attached).  My heart breaks for her family; I'm so sorry for your loss.

Dianna and I were best friends in high school.  We went to Padre Island on weekends where we swam and soaked in the sun.  We had classes together where she always did better than me.  I remember she was a whiz in our typing and shorthand classes.  We had so much fun together as we rode around in her Plymouth Fury with the fins.  I will always miss her.  My deepest condolences to Dianna’s family.

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Dianna Lee Ping

March 19, 1943 – February 26, 2021

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