Salinas, California
Feb 29, 1940 – Apr 2, 2025 (Age 85)
Diane Gil, born a leap year baby in 1940, in Salinas, CA passed away peacefully on April 2, 2025 surrounded by family and close friends, at the age of 85.After graduating from Palma High School, Diane attended Hartnell College where she met her first husband, Ed Schmidt. Together they raised...
Read MoreI´m sad to hear of Diane´s passing. Diane and my Mom met in Mi-Wuk and were "besties" for many years. Diane was such a lovely woman, and a blessing and a great friend to my Mom, and all of us. She will be missed so much. Blessings to Diane´s family from Shalene Beacom´s family.
Deanne Brown
April 14, 2025 | Friend
I'm so sorry to hear of Diane,'s passing. I have so many fond memories of being at the ranch in soledad. She was my cooking instructor in 4-h. Rest in peace
Gail henry lavelle
April 13, 2025 | Friend
I miss you, Diane! I loved talking with you. I feel like I know your entire extended (and adopted) family as much as we talked and laughed. :) Diane was born on a leap year so officially only had her "21st birthday" at the ripe age of 84. Last year when she celebrated her 21st birthday I called her and asked if she wanted to go out to the bar now that she was finally "legal." We both laughed for what felt like 20 minutes (I just checked my call history - it was actually 21 minutes). I think...
Shawn K. Hall
April 10, 2025 | Friend
Diane was always kind to me whenever I would see her at our YLI meetings. She had the most beautiful blue eyes and was enjoyable to talk with. She will be missed. May she rest in heavenly peace.
Lisa Gabrielson
April 09, 2025 | Friend
