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Diana Boyes Obituary

Diana S. Boyes

Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Diana S. Boyes, of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, passed away on Christmas Day, December 25, 2012, her favorite day of the year. Diana had courageously battled cancer for a year and a half before her passing. Diana was the beautiful, loving wife of Bill Boyes, her true love and best friend, whose soul and spirit will forever be intertwined with hers. Diana is survived by her four children: daughter, Laura Butler Cruz, and husband, Rick, of Florence, New Jersey; her stepsons, Chris (of Charlotte, North Carolina), Jeff (of Del Mar, California), and Tad and his wife, Kim (of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida), and her mother, Anna (Marhevka) Sabo of Whiting, New Jersey. Diana loved the Boyes boys and Kim as if they were her own and they gladly returned the full measure of her love.

Diana was born in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, on October 16, 1946, as the only child of Joseph and Anna (Marhevka) Sabo. Diana and Bill both graduated Perth Amboy High School in 1963 and dated as college sweethearts. She attended Montclair State University in Upper Montclair, New Jersey, and graduated with a business education degree. Diana taught business education courses for the following New Jersey Boards of Education: Carteret, Perth Amboy and Paramus. Many years later, Diana returned to college to earn her MBA from Fairleigh Dickinson University in 1987. Always involved, Diana served on the PTA Board of St. Steven's School, as well as of her own church, St. John's Orthodox Church, both in Perth Amboy. Diana worked as a parent advisor for Mother Seton High School in Clark, New Jersey. During the 1980's Diana was elected to serve as a Church Trustee for St. John's Orthodox Church, the only woman serving on the Board at that time and only the second woman to ever be elected to the post. She served a second term of office from 1999 to 2002. During the late 1970's Diana served as Office Administrator for the law firm of Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer in Woodbridge, New Jersey. Later, Diana went on to earn her credentials (Ph.R. Benefits Professional Compensation Professional) in the Human Resources field, and worked as Corporate and Field Sales HR Manager for Imo Industries in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, and later as the Director of Human Resources for Kyowa Pharmaceutical in Princeton, New Jersey. After moving to Florida in 2004 to marry Bill Boyes, Diana worked at Bill's law firm, Boyes & Farina, P.A., for two years and then started her own HR consulting firm named HR HelpDesk, Inc. For many years Diana worked tirelessly on Perth Amboy High School Class of 1963 reunion efforts, most recently the 50th reunion scheduled for October of this year. In spite of her always busy schedule, Diana was foremost a great mom. For a period of time, she raised her daughter, Laura, as a single parent. Diana and Bill loved to travel together throughout the United States, especially the western States, attend concerts of all kinds (Bon Jovi, The Eagles, Stones, and other classic rock bands) and especially loved dancing to their favorite classic rock songs. Watching Diana dance would always light up any room.

In addition to her children, Diana is survived by many cousins and very dear friends who were privileged to have shared their lives with her. Diana was predeceased by her father, Joseph, in 1991 and by her maternal grandparents, Nicholas and Anna Marhevka, and paternal grandparents, Joseph and Esther Sabo.

The family will be receiving those who wish to express their condolences at Quattlebaum Funeral Home, 1201 S. Olive Avenue, West Palm Beach, Florida 33401, on Friday, January 18, 2013, commencing at 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Diana's funeral will be held at St. Ignatius Loyola Cathedral, 9999 N. Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33410, on Saturday, January 19, 2013, at 11:00 a.m. Interment will immediately follow at Riverside Memorial Park, 19351 SE County Line Road, Tequesta, Florida 33469. There will be a memorial/remembrance service for Diana held in New Jersey at the Princeton Marriott at Forrestal, 100 College Road East, Princeton, New Jersey 08540 on February 2, 2013, commencing at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests considering making a donation to one of Diana's favorite charities, which she supported for decades: The March of Dimes; St. Jude's Children's Hospital. No tears, just smiles, as you lovingly remember Diana in your thoughts and prayers.

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Published by Home News Tribune from Jan. 11 to Jan. 13, 2013.
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I just learned of Diana's passing and am so saddened by this. Diana was such a BIG personality and full of life and I will remember her thoughtfulness and how much she loved my son as well. I hope she knows that I have always thought highly of her and was so happy for both she & Bill for finding true love after so many years! You will be missed by so many people (including me). God Bless You & God Bless your families too. Luv ya, Donna

Donna

February 11, 2013

I had the distinct pleasure of caring for Diana. She was a strong, courageous, and loving woman. When I sat and held her hand, I could see her passion for life. My heart broke as I watched her slip away...but I have no fear...she may have been taken far too early, but where she is now...is PARADISE! You will be missed so very much. Condolences to the entire family! Diana was loved BIG time!

Amy Freeman

January 20, 2013

Dear Laura,
The Family of Mother Seton Regional High School would like to extend their condolences for the loss of your mother. We would like you to know your mom and your family will be remembered in prayer. Together let us join in a spiritual outreach to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton during the trying time.

Do not hesitate to contact us if there is something we can do to help you.

God Bless You,
Sister Regina Martin and The Community of Mother Seton Regional High School
[email protected]

Chrissy Demarco

January 14, 2013

Dianna S. Boyes Family,
Losing a love one is the hardest thing you will never have to face in life. Sharing those special memories with family can and will soften the blow in the month to come.
Burg, New Jersey

January 9, 2013

I remember Diana from our days at MSC in the Business Ed. Dept. We would pass each other in the hall of College Hall on our way to and from classes and business "labs". She was a beautiful person both inside and out and always had a beautiful smile on her face. May the many happy memories your cherish sustain you during this most difficult time. With sincere sympathy.

John (Burke) Goldstein

January 8, 2013

The loss of a loved one is never easy to accept, my deepest condolences to your family. I will keep your family in my prayers, God will be your greatest comforter in this Most difficult time (2 Cor 1:3-5).

January 7, 2013

Diana, I will always remember you and keep you in my heart. I am sure you are sitting with Jesus now watching over your family and friends. We love you, God bless you Angel.

Grace Lebron

January 6, 2013

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