Photo courtesy of Byles Memorial Home - New London
New London, Connecticut
Sep 29, 1959 – Aug 16, 2025
Groton- Diana Marie Williams, 65, of Groton, passed away on Saturday August 16, 2025.
She was born on September 29, 1959, in New London, the daughter of Ron E. and Gloria (Palmisano) Abell.
Diana worked for Foxwoods Casino as a secretary for many years. Her previous employment included Ledyard Congregational Church and The Norwich Inn and Spa.
She was married to Earle A. Williams. He passed away in 2014.
Diana is survived by her daughter Antonina Thorstenson, and her husband James, of Groton and her brother Ron E. Abell, of Florida.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, August 23 at 11am at Smith Lake Cemetery, Groton.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to help Diana’s family with final expenses: https://www.gofundme.com/f/in-memory-of-a-cherished-mom/e/o?utm_campaign=man_sharesheet_dash&utm_content=amp13_t1&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=email&lang=en_US&attribution_id=sl%3Af47efd34-ac65-41ff-8033-c34424b8a975&ts=1755528452
Read MoreA very good woman with High standards who ALWAYS went "the extra step"." My thoughts and prayers are with you both - Nina and James .....God has called you Home Diane - and we will see you again.
Mike Mansella
August 22, 2025 | Providence, RI | Friend
I’m sorry to hear of Diana’s passing. She was a wonderful, caring person. E went to high school together and as our kids were growing up we did Girl Scouts together. Always funny and cheerful. Yo will be missed, you are now will Earl having fun and without pain. God bless you!
Deborah G
August 21, 2025 | Groton, CT | Friend
Nina and Ron, I'm so sorry to hear about Diana. Nina I pray you'll find comfort and strength to move through each day with all the wonderful memories you have made together. Your mom had a kind gentle spirit and no matter the rough days, she still had kindness coming from her heart. I'll always treasure and hold the memories of what was....
Holly Abell-Schaefer
August 21, 2025 | Fort White, FL | Family
You were like a second mother to me and I will miss you very much. You are so kind always to me always with open arms with a big smile on your face and I’m so grateful that me and Nina are best friends and hopefully one day we’ll meet again.
Taylor Harnish
August 20, 2025 | Groton, CT | Friend
Good, honest soul, and a great worker devoted to her family. Thanks, Diane, for all the help in running the union.
John Longo
August 20, 2025 | Work
Im so sorry to hear of your tremendous loss, Nina and James.
Tammy Lehoux
August 19, 2025 | Work
Worked with Diana for several years at the New London, CT Post Office. She was a joyful, happy and friendly soul who was always a pleasure to work with.
Miguel Calderon
August 19, 2025 | New London, CT | Coworker
Rest in Peace
Dave Fairman
August 19, 2025 | Other
Condolences to Diana’s beloved family. She will be sorely missed and always remembered as a kind person and a good friend. Words aren’t enough to say how sorry I am for your loss.
Elizabeth Paulson Blundell
August 19, 2025 | CT | Friend
