Diane Marie Gosselin

Diane Marie Gosselin passed away peacefully on January 18, 2026,with her daughters by her side. She was 83. Diane was born February 1, 1942 in Springfield Massachusetts to Albert and Marguerite Ferioli.

She graduated from Putnam Vocational High School in 1960. She was married to Normand Gosselin and widowed in 1970. Diane was employed by the United States Postal Service for 25 years and was blessed to be able to retire in 1992. She then moved to sunny Florida and made many new friends that became her family.

Diane loved her two daughters, Michelle Krause (Jay), and Suzette Beem (Stephen). She also loved her step family, Suzanne Scott, Roger Gosselin, Roy Gosselin, Norma Gosselin (deceased) Gary Gosselin (deceased) She was so proud of her grandchildren, Jonathan Krause (Lindsae), Martha Paz (Jordan), Kyle Beem, Nicholas Beem and Brett Beem. She adored her great grandchildren, Julian, Thomas, Leighton and Nina. She leaves three siblings, Albert T. Ferioli, Lois Cyr, David Ferioli (Elynne) and nieces, Nicole & Chrissy, Kim & Dawn, Gina, Laurie, Teri and Geri.

Diane was very adventurous, she loved to travel and try new things. She was very fortunate to be able to visit and experience many parts of the world. She was known for her phrase “ I’ve been there!!”

Diane loved the beach and happy hour with friends. She loved to paint, garden, cut hair and socialize. She was very active in her community and was always ready and willing to lend a helping hand. She loved her little dog Willie and was looking forward to being reunited with him in heaven.

Diane had a beautiful smile. She loved her friends deeply. She will be missed by all.

A memorial mass will be held Monday, March 2nd, at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of Mount Carmel, 425 S. Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to one of her favorite charities:

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Opsrey

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

St. Jude

Humane Society

American Lung Association

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