Dian Wagar Smith Pendergast

In 1959, KOFA high school opened with only a freshman & sophomore class. I met Dian & her friend, Pam Bingham, that year & we became good friends. We graduated in 1963 & were the 1st all 4 year graduating class. Dian was in several clubs, worked in the library, was a Songleader & was in the Top Ten of the Class of 1963. We both served on the 10 year class reunion committee. Dian was a wonderful person & I'm sorry we lost contact over the years. Sincere condolences to all her family & friends

So sorry Dean,Chet ,Sabra to hear about your Mom and aunt . Dian was a remarkable woman Love all the things she would do for her boys 4-H , and school things . I Loved walking by her house no matter what time of the day you could always smell something good cooking? Loved how she decorated at Christmas Tumble weeds and all ! Loved the boys Chet and Dean as much as my family did . We were all sad when they Moved away. We now live in Las Vegas, Nv. But would love to hear from Chet and Dean.

Dian AND Mike were a vital part of the “Crane Family.” I so enjoyed working with them. I remember Dian always having a can-do attitude and was super efficient in her job. She always showed that she cared about those around her. I’m sending prayers for her loved ones.

Dian would always have sun tea, delicious and strong. She kept your secrets and shared some of hers. She made you feel important.
She won beauty Queen title for the Greyhound Track in Yuma, it was a big title back in the day.
She would decorate a nice big tumble weed at Christmas, much more suitable for Yuma and all ways impressive.
She loved her boys and Mike Smith was the first love of her life.
She fried the best chicken.
She loved dogs.
I loved her. I will...

Dean and family, I'm so sorry for your loss ❤ I have the best memories of Mrs. Smith as my 4-H rabbit leader. RIP

Strong, witty, and could talk to anyone. She’s a great example. Always missed. Never forgotten.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Dian was my manager at Rancho Veijo cafeteria,

Dian was a remarkably dedicated, kind and caring administrator. She’s always been a role model for me.