(Nee Sarandos)
Surrounded by her family, Diane entered into Eternal Life on Friday, December 11, 2020, age 80. Loving mother of Gena Koukouras, the late Joy (Curtis) Johnson and Billy Koukouras. Proud Yia Yia of Cassandra, Jack, Alexander, Dino and Sophia. Special sister of Helen (the late Peter) Jumes and Peter (Carol) Sarandos. Preceded in death by her husband Dino. Loved dearly by many relatives and countless friends.
Diane grew up on the south side of Milwaukee and graduated from South Division High School. In 1962 fell in love with and married Dino. They were blessed with three children who they raised in West Milwaukee. Through the years, while raising her children, Diane started a business and worked as a floral designer and also taught at MATC.
Diane’s heart was blessed with the birth of her grandchildren. She cherished each memory truly with her heart and soul. Her dedication to her family was of the highest importance. She made sure she didn’t miss a milestone.
She carried her faith with her wherever she went. She was highly active in her beloved church belonging to groups like GOYA in her younger years, and later, the AHEPA and Daughters of Penelope. Diane enjoyed volunteering at the Church’s annual Greek Festival and attending weekly Bible study.
Mom/Yia Yia, you are deeply loved and forever missed. You were and will always be the light in our lives.
Visitation at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 9400 West Congress Street, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, on Saturday, December 19, 2020, at 9:00 AM. Funeral service at 11:00 AM. Burial at Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Due to considerations for capacity limitations and ushering, we kindly ask that if you are planning to attend the Visitation or Funeral Service, please be sure to register ahead of time by emailing info@annunciationwi.org or by using this simple online form so we can be well-prepared for your arrival. https://tinyurl.com/agoc-funeral
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Diane’s love and dedication to her family and friends will be deeply missed by all.