Diane Keefer Obituary

Age - 72

September 11, 2023

Zanesville, OH

Obituary Diane G. Keefer of Southington passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 12:36 p. m. in her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was 72 years old. Diane was born in Warren, on March 14, 1951, the daughter of the late Elmo and Edna Wilson Miller. She was a graduate of Howland High School. And worked for Trumbull County Jobs and Family Services as a clerk until her retirement in 2017. She was a member of North Mar Church. While raising her children, Diane enjoyed bowling and ceramics. She loved to swim and had a love for animals. Christmas time was her favorite time of year, and she loved decorating for the occasion. Her greatest love was her family and spending time with them meant the world to her. She is survived by her 3 children, John (Paula) Keefer of Ottawa, OH, Yvonne (Brian) Porterfield of Southington, and Jennifer (Scott) Meeker of Niles; 2 siblings, Beverly Reiner of Cortland, and Richard (Linda) Miller of Warren; her mother-in-law, Betty Keefer of Niles; and 7 grandchildren, Chasitie, Tonya, Layne, Kaitlyn, Zachary, Maximus, and Lucas. In addition to her parents, Diane was preceded in death by her ex-husband and friend, Garry Keefer; and her dog, Coco. Friends and family may view the obituary and send condolences by visiting www. NicholasFuneralHome. com In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her honor to the Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County 812 Youngstown Kingsville Rd SE, Vienna, OH 44473. Calling hours will be on Sunday, September 17, 2023, from 12:00 p. m. to 2:00 p. m. at the Wm Nicholas Funeral Home 614 Warren Ave. , Niles, OH 44446. A memorial service will follow at the funeral home at 2:00 p. m. Arrangements are entrusted to the Wm Nicholas Funeral Home & Cremation Services 614 Warren Ave. Niles, OH 44446. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Diane G. Keefer, please visit our floral store. Read More

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