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Diane-Marie Keating Obituary

KEATING, Diane-Marie (Carriere) Age 63, of Reading, Nov. 22. Beloved wife of W. Robert "Bob" Keating for 41 years. Loving mother of Matthew Keating and his companion Bethany Slack of Reading, Michelle Benjamin and her husband Edward of Burlington and Lynne Volz and her husband Trevor of Chelmsford. Special grammy to Nicole, Robbie, Lainey and Sophia. Sister of Robert Carriere of Melrose; best friend and sister of Elaine Bordonaro and her husband Eric Palmacci of Medford. Sister-in-law of Paul Keating; Carol Keating and Ellen Stanton and her husband Ken. Loving aunt to Christine and Bryan Bordonaro, Kimberly Keating and Mark and Krista Stanton. Diane happily retired from Western New England College, Woburn, as an Academic Advisor. She was an avid reader and she especially loved music and film. She loved to dance, sing and enjoyed everyday with family and friends. Funeral from the Cota Funeral Home, 335 Park St. (corner of Park St. and Rte. 28), NORTH READING, at Reading line, on Saturday, Nov. 29 at 9:15am. Funeral Mass in St. Athanasius Church, 300 Haverhill St., Reading, at 10:30am. Relatives and friends may visit at the funeral home Friday 3-7pm. Interment Laurel Hill Cemetery, Reading. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Diane's name to the Children's Hospital, 1 Autumn St. Suite 731, Boston,MA02115. www.cotafuneralhomes.com Cota Funeral Home 781-944-1765

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Published by Boston Globe from Nov. 26 to Nov. 27, 2008.

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Cheryl Whetsel

November 23, 2009

Dear Bob,
I think of you often. I know the days are still difficult - I've been missing my Mom terribly.
God's Blessings to you and your family.

Sincerely,
Cheryl Whetsel, PHMSA

Steve & Joanna Bell

December 19, 2008

Dear Bob,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know are prayers are with you and your family.
Steve and Joanna Bell

Darren MacCaughey

December 13, 2008

Lynne, I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. She was a wonderful person, I feel terrible for you guys. I'm sorry it took this to find you and Michelle. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you and your family. I work in Westford so I am right around the corner. My family and I will be moving to Lowell soon so I would love to catch up. Take care and again, please let me know if there is anything I can do...

Your friend,

Darren

Leonard Crook

December 4, 2008

Bob,
I was very sorry to hear about your wife's passing. My prayers are with you and your family.
Leonard Crook (ICF)

Lou Carlow

December 4, 2008

Bob, Donna and I were shocked and saddened to hear about Diane. I just got the news from Joan Wall yesterday. Diane was a lovely person and will be missed by all the people that knew her.

Lou and Donna Carlow

mark mclaughlin

November 29, 2008

My sympathies and condolences to the Keating and carriere families.
love,Mark

Nuala Boness

November 29, 2008

Bob , Twins & Matt,
Toughts of comfort for you all,
She was indeed a good & caring lady. You will miss her!
Our Sympathy to all,
John & Nuala Boness & Christine Whitman

Nancy Piotrowski

November 28, 2008

So difficult to believe, so hard to accept. Diane knew how to live life and lived it well. Never a harsh word; always a gentle touch. We all love her so much. Somehow I'm certain she is in heaven dancing and singing with all of those who passed before her.

MariaLisa Davis

November 28, 2008

Dear Bob,
I am a friend/co-worker of your sister-in-law, Elaine. I was shocked and sorry to hear of your families loss. From what Elaine told us Diane was loved my many. May God provide you and your family the strength during this difficult time. My prayers are with you.
MariaLisa Davis (Medford, MA)

Frank Nabrynski

November 27, 2008

Bob and family,
My deepest symphathy.

Ted & Jo Anne Aronis

November 26, 2008

Bob and family, Jo Anne I are very sorry for your loss. Diane will always be remembered.

Glynn Blanton PHMSA State Programs

November 26, 2008

Bob,
I was shocked and sorry to hear of your loss. She was the love of your life and I know you miss her. May God provide you and your family members strength during this difficult time. I will pray for you.

November 26, 2008

Bob, please know that those of us in your "NARUC family" grieve with you and pray for the Lord to comfort you and your family.

Marsha Smith

Cheryl whetsel

November 26, 2008

Dear Bob,
I am so sorry for your loss. I never met your wife but I'm sure she was a lovely person as are you. I just lost my beautiful 17 year old cousin who was a musician. She will play the harp for your wonderful wife in heaven. My sincere sympathy to your family.
God's blessings,
Cheryl Whetsel
DOT - PHMSA

Janet & Uncle Dom Nicolo

November 26, 2008

Bob and family, we are so sorry to hear about your loss. Diane was a wonderful women, who always had me smiling when I saw her. The beautiful memories will forever keep her with you. She will now be your guardian angel. You are all in our prayers.

Kristin Purdon

November 26, 2008

Lynne, haven't talked to you in quite a while. Heard about the passing of your mother and just wanted to express my condolences. I know she was a very special person-believe I met her at SFA once or twice. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. God bless you all.

Carol ROY

November 26, 2008

Dear Bob and Family,
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family. You probably don't remember me but I used to babysit for the twins when I was 15 years old on Oak Street. You were a very kind family. May God Bless You All. Sincerely, Carol Roy (Noyes )

Salvatore Puleo

November 26, 2008

My beautiful cousin Diane I`ll always remember her kindness and her love of life.She had a smile that could warm a room like sunshine. I`ll miss her sense of humor and laughter. Her love of family and friends is wonderful.I have a nice childhood memory of Diane stopping by mom`s house when I was about 4yrs she took me to the corner drug store and bought me a popsicle. I always thought that was so nice.There are so so many great memories . To Diane`s wonderful husband Bobby and the children I`m so sorry for your loss. I loved her very very much.

Philip and Rita DiCarlo

November 26, 2008

Bob, Matthew, Lynne, Michelle, and Elaine,
We are so sorry for your sudden loss and we share your sorrow. We will always remember Diane's beautiful smile and the love she had for her family. You have an angel watching over you in heaven.
We are here for you.
Philip and Rita DiCarlo

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