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Diane Fraker Obituary
Sept. 26, 1951 - April 18, 2020
Diane Marie Gill Fraker died at Greenwich Woods Health Care Center, a victim of COVID-19. She was the beloved daughter of Marianne Gill and the late George R. Gill of Greenwich. Diane attended Sacred Heart Elementary School in Byram and Glenville School, and graduated from St. Mary's Girls' High School in 1969. An avid reader and a gifted writer, she earned a bachelor's degree in Women's Studies from Goddard College in Vermont and worked as a paralegal. She raised her three children in Richmond, VA, and later returned to Greenwich, where she fought valiantly and uncomplainingly against Multiple Sclerosis. Diane had a brave heart, and her ready smile brought joy to all at Greenwich Woods. Her family gives heartfelt thanks to the Greenwich Woods staff for everything they did for Diane over her many years there. In addition to her loving mother, Diane is survived by: her son Christopher Fraker, his wife Sara, and their children, Ethan (8) and Hazel (4), of Tucson, AZ; her son Whitney Fraker of Fayetteville, NC; her daughter Alison Fraker of Chicago, IL; brother Robert Gill and his wife Karen of Granbury, TX; sister Julie Gill Kast and her husband Peter of Greenwich; sister Nancy Gill Gleason and her husband Scott of Westfield, NJ; brother Billy Gill and his wife Priscilla of Nashville, TN; sister Moira Gill of Solvang, CA; and many nieces and nephews. Due to the COVID-19 crisis, a memorial service for Diane will be held at a later date.
Donations in Diane's memory may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (www.nationalmssociety.org).
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Memories and Condolences
for Diane Fraker
Mark Ennis
April 27, 2020
I knew Diane from Glenville school growing up as kids together. I am so very sad to read of her passing. My prayers go out to the entire family.
Valerie Casey
April 25, 2020
Dear Marianne and family, Diane's smile was like sunshine no matter what type of day it was. Thinking of you all and keeping you in my prayers.
Laura Gray
April 22, 2020
Fred Rodgers once said, "If you could only sense how important you are to the lives of those you meet; how important you can be to the people you may never even dream of."
It's hard to put in the words how much your daughter Alison means to me and how much I value my friendship with her.
I know to have raised a human like Alison, you had to have been the most fantastic person that ever existed. She is a person of style, wit, character, compassion, beauty, and poise. The two of you share an infectious smile. A smile that has always been there to make me laugh through some very rough times in my life.
Thank you for touching the world with your love and raising wonderful children who continue to help impact the rest of the world in meaningful ways. You will be missed greatly, and your legacy will continue through them.
Sending all of the love we possibly can your way.
Cheryl Doeberl
April 22, 2020
Thank you for sharing your Beautiful Smile!!No matter what the day had in store the Smile was Always there.I believe you made More Residents smile More!
I share a memory I have that will stay with me.
Every late afternoon Diane and her Mother would find a special spot and Read together sharing a cup of soup or chocolate ice cream. You could always feel the LOVE And yes the Smile.
Diane you are a HERO!!!
Sending Hugs and Love ❤
Cheryl Doeberl
April 22, 2020
Thank you for sharing your Beautiful Smile!!No matter what the day had in store the Smile was Always there.I believe you made More Residents smile More!
I share a memory I have that will stay with me.
Every late afternoon Diane and her Mother would find a special spot and Read together sharing a cup of soup or chocolate ice cream. You could always feel the LOVE And yes the Smile.
Diane you are a HERO!!!
Sending Hugs and Love ❤
Susan Ludder
April 21, 2020
Diane and I went to SMGHS together. She was always so sweet and happy. My aunt Lil Clarke would stay with your family when your parents traveled. Small world! She is at peace. So sorry for your loss.
Frank Kiley
April 21, 2020
My sincere condolences. May she Rest In Peace.
Richard Clarke
April 21, 2020
So sorry to hear the news. Diane and I lived near each other in Glenville and were classmates. She was a good friend and I always had fond memories of her kindness. May the Lord bless the family with comfort.
Melinda Fryer
April 21, 2020
I was a classmate of Diane. I always remember her smiling. I am so sorry to hear of her passing.
Mary Dyer
April 21, 2020
I attended St. Marys with Diane. She was a kind and gentle person who always openly shared her warm smile. May her familys wonderful memories of her comfort each of them at this time.
Claire Ryan
April 21, 2020
I was a classmate of Dianes. We rode the bus together and had many laughs. Im so sorry to hear this. Diane was a ray of sunshine and a dear heart. My deepest condolences to all of her family and friends.
Susan Dorrico-Vizzari
April 21, 2020
So sorry to hear the news of Diane's passing. Love from all the Dorrico family. What great memories of growing up with all your family!
Ginger Phelps
April 21, 2020
So sad to read about Diane's passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ellen Gramlich
April 21, 2020
So sorry to hear of Diane's passing, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
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