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Diana Adair Obituary
Amherst, MA - Diana L. Adair, 70, passed away January 22, 2024. Born in Northampton, MA on July 26, 1953, she was the daughter of Howard I. Mann Sr. and Marietta Tataro. Diana grew up in Belchertown, the eldest of 8 children. Living most of her life in Amherst she was well known in the real estate profession, as well as the horse community while owning, and operating Heartland Farm for over 20 years. Diana lovingly cared for the horses, students, families, and professionals that were a part of Heartland Farm. Diana worked as a supervisor at McMannas's restaurant in Hadley, before attaining a brokers license with D. H. Jones Real Estate, and later Sawicki Real Estate, before finishing her career with Coldwell Banker. Diana was an avid gardener, and decorator, she worked with dogged determination, and passion at everything she was engaged in, or associated with. Diana will be missed by her son, Robert H. Adair of Hadley, and her younger siblings Catherine Minkley, Howard I. Mann Jr., Patricia Mazer, Jeffrey Mann, James Mann, Anthony Mann, and David Mann along with 10 nieces and nephews, and many friends. A time of remembrance is being planned for the future. Beers & Story Belchertown Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, cards, or gifts, please make donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Please visit www.beersandstory.com
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Carol Rogalski
March 1, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of Diana's passing. I grew up on Potwine Lane in Amherst riding her Arabian horses, when I was a teenager. I learned a lot from Diana, and I will miss her dearly. She was a bright light in my formative years.
Connie Daniel
February 1, 2024
I was so sorry to hear of Diana's passing. She was a wonderful person, and was always so friendly! I was often the recipient of books she had finished, and we'd often chat in her kitchen. She will be missed!
Brenda
January 30, 2024
Diana, a woman full of life, love, boundless energy, and never-ending curiosity. She loved to learn, travel, read, shop, garden, decorate, and go places in style. My memories are endless, my heart is pained. Deepest condolences to Robby and all of Diana's family. Her energy will be missed here on earth, but she sure will liven up the heavens above. Go in peace dear friend, know you were loved and admired by many.
Deborah Ernest
January 29, 2024
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering Diana as an incredible friend. It's unbelievable to imagine her as gone . She was such a strong presence . Praying for your eternal peace. Give our Favorite Frank a big hug for me up there in Heaven! We will be there for Robby always! Trying to keep smiling, my dear friend.
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Sharon and Mark McDonald
January 29, 2024
Was so sorry to learn of this. Diana was such an integral part of our community before moving away. She always dawned a smile and positive outlook on things, plus loved her humour, practicality and matter-of-fact manner.
Our deepest and most sincere condolences to Robert and all the family. She will be sorely missed.
The Kirby Family
January 27, 2024
Where do we begin? What a wonderful lady.
Always upbeat and pleasant.
Will be sorely missed by everyone she crossed paths with.
Our condolences to her wonderful son, and all her family , friends and colleagues.
It has been such an honor to have known Diana.
Rest in peace.
Jay (Jim Brin ) Brin
January 27, 2024
I wish I would have kept in touch you you Diana, I miss the good times we had when we were young, Jay Brin.
John F Edwards
January 27, 2024
So sorry, Diana was the epitome of a hard, hard worker, her industry was relentless. Was great to have a chats with her, found her to be almost all always upbeat.
Thought it was great when she came back to real estate, she was a natural.
Gone too soon, my condolences to everyone who loved her.
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