Diane Patricia McDermott

The following is a childhood poem that Diane and my sister Kerri wrote together when they were about 12 and 13 years old, and they made it into a song. I still have the recording of them singing it. It sums up our closeness with Diane and her sister Sheri. We were all cousins but as close as sisters. "We´ll keep us together like a duck and a feather, while we´re still here together When the sky is blue and I am with you, we´ll talk about a thing or two together We´ll keep it...

I miss you and Sheri so much. You´re in my heart every day and I think of you both so often. I hope you´re together in heaven with your mom and dad. Please give my parents a hug from me. Noni too. Love you cousin. "Cousin Connections" forever.

Di,there isn't a day that I do not think of you. I miss you my dear friend. I love you lots. Until we meet again. Phillis McMartin

Diane, it seems like only yesterday we were back in school with our whole lives before us. In the blink of an eye you were taken from this world and through the heavenly gates to your eternal rest. I know that your genuine smile has made heaven only that much brighter. May the peace of God be with your cherished loved ones at this painful and difficult time. You will be missed but always near in spirit to those you loved. Rest in Peace sweet Diane.

Diane,

It's sad how time flys. I haven't seen you in 4 years, but I miss you like it was yesterday!
We have had a lot of fun together over the years and I will always treasure those memories.
Yohad the kindest heart and I will miss your laugh. You will always forever be in my heart and you will truly be missed. Rest in peace my friend!!!

My sweet cousin Diane
I am so glad I got to spend some time with you:) You were a great mom and a great wife. We are going to sure miss your smile and kind heart. I love you ! Say and give Noni, Auntie, and little Sheri a big hug and kiss for me. love you to the moon and back

I am so sorry. Diane had such a big heart. My prayers are with your family.

We would like to express our sincere condolences to your family. May your memories give you peace and comfort.
~Sincerely, David & Jenifer Contreras

Diane, I have so many fond memories of our middle school days, slumber parties, birthday parties, your dad transporting us from the movies which was once the Village (HA). You have the greatest dad ever. You were always such a sweet girl, and I loved your whole family. I am so glad to have known you, and to have you in my old memories. I am so sorry for you, and your family. May God give all of your family and friends the strength to get through this most difficult time; until we meet...