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Diana Morasch Obituary

Diana Morasch Survived by husband, Ben, sons Jim and Jason, grandchildren Karis and Gavin, preceded in death by son Michael. Born 1930 and happily raised in San Francisco, Diana graduated from Lowell High School in 1948 after participating in the Academic Decathlon. Graduated from San Jose State with a BA and teaching credential in 1951, and continued involvement as a lifelong member of Alpha Phi sorority and Lowell alumnus. Diana began work as an elementary school teacher in San Francisco before moving to Yuba City, where she worked for the Yuba City Unified School District until her retirement in 1994. She served as a Mentor Teacher for eight years between San Francisco and YCUSD and served on the Superintendent's Council. Diana was an active supporter of local fine arts, and participated in local high school productions directed by her husband, Ben. She was also involved in local social and political organizations, including the Yuba City Senior Commission. Diana felt that she had a good life, and actively lead her family with love, strength, and commitment. Services will be conducted on Friday, January 14, 2011 at 6:00pm at Ullrey Memorial Chapel, Yuba City. Graveside services will be held Saturday, January 15, 2011 at 1:00pm at Greek Orthodox Memorial Park, Colma, Ca. The family would like to extend its heartfelt gratitude for the support of local hospice workers, and would ask that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Freemont-Rideout Hospice in Diana's name. Send Condolences to www.appealdemocrat.com

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Published by Appeal Democrat from Jan. 12 to Jan. 13, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Diana Morasch

21 Entries

July 14, 2011

Dear Ben and family,

I just learned of Diana's passing and am so saddened. She and I enjoyed a very special friendship as we taught 4th grade next door to each other at April Lane. She brightened my day each morning with her beautiful smile. We also learned we were Alpha Phi sorority sisters which made our bond even stronger. We now live in the Phoenix area, but we continued to exchange Christmas cards. Please know that you are in my heart, and both Bob and I send our deepest and most sincere condolences.
Gail Bacon

March 29, 2011

To the Morasch family,
We are all so sorry for your loss. May the love and memories shared by family and friends help you through this difficult time.
The Polonsky family

February 12, 2011

Diana, Every day I say prayers and think of you. I miss you and pray God will enfold Ben and your boys and families in His Arms to carry them through their loss with love now that you are no longer suffering. Affectionately, Connie Keriotis

January 23, 2011

Dear Ben and Family: I am so sorry for your loss. I was thinking of Diana and Ben at Christmas because we always exchanged Christmas cards and this year no card. Diana and I met as sorority sisters at San Jose State and became wonderful friends. We toured Europe in 1953 and she was my bridesmaid in my 1954 wedding. Through the years we kept in touch and saw each other occasionally. Diana will be missed by everyone who knew her.

Nancy Curry Kearney

Eddie Starr

January 18, 2011

I was extremely blessed to have Mrs. Morasch as my 4th grade teacher at April Lane Elementry school in Yuba City. Mrs. Morasch was an inspirational, vibrant, dynamic, and very loving, I will always remember her and thank God for having the opportunity to have her in my life growing up.

January 18, 2011

Mrs. Morasch will certainly be missed by the entire Bordsen family, our son Keith was fortunate to be her student and our daughter Diana whom she referred to as Artemis was also blessed by her positive caring spirit. God Bless Diana and her entire family. Brant & Eleanor Bordsen

Jan Bush

January 14, 2011

Ben and Family,
Whenever I ran into Diana she was so very friendly and enthusiastic. Her smile was so bright it lit up my day. I didn't run into her very often but the times I did, I will not forget. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Christina May

January 13, 2011

Ben and Family,
You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Your wife and mother was a beautiful soul and you could see that in her smile. I so much enjoyed the time we spent in your family home with our little art group.

Kathryn Lehrer

January 13, 2011

I am very sorry to hear of Mrs. Morasch's passing. I was very fortunate to have her as a teacher at April Lane and then to have Mr. Morasch at YCSH- what a blessing you both were to me! My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time.

Teya Traylor

January 13, 2011

My thoughts & prayers to you all. Diane blessed my life in so many ways. I lived a few houses from Diane & Ben for several years. My life was not always the easiest. Diane continued to support me with her wonderful wisdom & encouragement. She always praised me for my accomplishments. She gave the power to be strong & to realize I could do anything no matter the obstacles. She was a blessing to my children. She loved them, but also gave them that stern look when they were misbehaving. They always new what they could & couldnt do with Diane. She was so strong. She adored Ben. Our little road went past their house & Boy! if you went through there to fast. She would walk down that road & get you. Ben's eye sight was not the best at that time & at times he would walk to the mail box & fiddle around near the the drive way. I love you Diane. Your love thought me to be a big girl.

January 13, 2011

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
~ The Appeal-Democrat Family

Linda Preston

January 13, 2011

Ben, Diana was an inspiring teacher, an incredible woman of strength and dignity. I think of her as the "Proverbs 31 " woman, possessing all the characteristics we cherish. Please know that my prayers and thoughts are with you. Linda Preston (Twin Falls, Idaho)

Gena Becerra

January 13, 2011

Diana was an incredibly bright and beautiful lady and a truly gifted teacher and mentor. I was a student teacher at April Lane under Diana's guidance 18 years ago, and as a 4th grade teacher, I still incorporate many of the teaching strategies and ideas that I learned from her. May she rest in peace and may God bless her and all of the Morasch family, friends, and loved ones.
Gena (Croyl) Becerra

Patrick McGee

January 12, 2011

Dear Ben, Jim, and Jason, you have our heartfelt sympathy and are in our thoughts and prayers at Diana's passing. I will never forget my first meeting with her after I interviewed with you, Ben, for a teaching position at YCHS back in 1971. After the interview we went to your home where she treated me to a delicious lunch. From the start, I knew her as a caring and loving lady with a smile that could light up and warm a long winter's night. May the Lord be with you in your loss and grant you both comfort and peace.

Patrick McGee

Charlotte Writer

January 12, 2011

Ben: so sad to hear of Dianne's passing. I have great memories of your family in Yuba City..especially the time the whole family showed up at a mutual friend's Haloween party disguised as a musical chinese dragon. May the wondeful memories of great times fill your heart.
Thinking of you
Charlotte Willis Writer

Thomas & Erin Urquhart

January 12, 2011

Our thoughts are with your family during this difficult time. May you find comfort and peace in knowing Diana is home with our Heavenly Father. We're glad to have had the opportunity to know Diana. She was such a wonderful, kind woman.

Christian Simon

January 12, 2011

My deepest condolences to the Morasch family. I have a lot of great childhood memories of going over to Jason's house and visiting with "Mrs Morasch". She always went out her way to make me feel welcome. I am praying for her soul in eternity.

Tara Duncan (Ziegler)

January 12, 2011

I am very sorry to hear of Mrs. Morasch's passing. She was one of the best Mentors/Teachers I was able to have as a child. I will always cherish her thoughtfulness, wisdom, and the genuine person she was. Rest in Peace Mrs. Morasch, I thank you.
My Love, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Juley Welch

January 12, 2011

Diana will always be remembered for her everpresent smile. She always asked about our daughter and genuinely cared about others and the world around us. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Kathleen Shore(Kathy Mears)

January 11, 2011

Ben, am so sorry to hear of Diana's passing, she was a wonderful lady, she will always be a part of my childhood memories, I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

January 11, 2011

Our family was saddened to hear of the loss of Diana. We were neighbors for such along time and babysat Jimmy and Jason, and went to school with Mike. My Mom and sisters will keep the Morasch family in our Prayers. Rachel Mears, Kathleen Mears-Shore, Rosalee Mears-Sabado and Michelle Mears-Davis Rest in Peace Diana.

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