Diana Mae Conners, 81, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on Friday, August 7, 2020. Born and raised in Chicago, IL, Diana is a long time resident of Griffith IN. She is survived by Daughter Sandra Collins, Hamilton, MI, Son Stephen (Cindy) Collins Waxahachie, TX, Daughter Diana Lynn (Pancho) Ramirez, and Mark Conners. Beloved Nane to 18 Grandchildren; Kelly, David II, Michael, Robert, Natasha, Cheryl, Dawn, Felicia, Ashley, Briana, Haley, Gabriel, Madelyn, Mark II, Christopher, Moriah, and Alison.
20.5 Great-grandchildren; Joseph, Jordan, David III, William, Alize, Michael II, Dominik, Alice, Julian, Aiden, Samuel, Julia, David, Aubree, Jonathan, Bryson, Joshawa, Isaly, Robert, and Giovanni.
Preceded in death by husband Joseph Conners, son David Ashley, daughter Dawn Conners, granddaughter Robin Knight, parents Lawrence and Voncille Heilman and brother Lawrence W. Heilman.
Diana was known for her witty sense of humor, unconditional love, and her strength that she instilled in so many. Her family will deeply miss her morning text of “Good morning, love you!” Followed by a threat to call 911 if we didn’t reply quick enough.
Visitation will be held at Hillside Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 8941 Kleinman Road (one block south of Ridge Rd), Highland IN 46322 on Monday, August 10, 2020 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm with the Funeral to be held on Tuesday, August 11, 2020 at 9:00 am at the funeral home. Pastor Daniel Obinger officiating. Interment will be at the DeMotte Cemetery in DeMotte IN. 5RW8+85 DeMotte, IN.
For additional information, please contact Hillside Funeral Home & Cremation Center Konnie Kuiper-Kevin Nordyke by calling us at 219-838-0800 or by visiting www.hillsidefhcares.com
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