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Diane Kisken Obituary
Diane Martha (Jones) Kisken , 84, of New Canaan, CT and more recently of Meriden, CT, passed away peacefully at home on January 23, 2025. Diane was born in New Canaan, CT to the late Elmer and Martha (Davis) Jones. She was raised in Pound Ridge, NY and attended John Jay High School in Cross River, NY. Upon graduation, she began her career at Home Oil. A dedicated and diligent employee, Diane remained with them through various acquisitions and mergers, eventually retiring from Petro Oil. When not at work, Diane loved being outdoors and tending her garden. Her beautiful flowers were a source of great pride! She also enjoyed spending time with her dear friends, especially those in her apartment complex. Diane is survived by her children, Brenda Ward-Kelley of Meriden, Michael Kisken and his wife Amy of Bethel, and David Kisken and his partner Wendy Doling of Bethel; her grandchildren, Christianna (Cliff) Connery, Devon (Catherine) Ward, Bryanna Ward, Zachary Kelley, Rachel Kisken, Mitchell Kisken, and Matthew Kisken; her great-grandchildren, Lilyanna Connery and Maddox Ward; her sister Lynn Jessup and her husband John of York, PA; as well as several nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews. She was predeceased by her brother Donald Jones and her ex-husband, Joseph Kisken. Diane is grateful to all of those who provided care and support during her journey, especially Dr. Gerald Fumo. Donations can be made in her honor to the Lung Cancer Research Foundation (https://www.lungcancerresearchfoundation.org/). A celebration of Diane's life will be held during the summer. Further details will be shared as plans are finalized. Plantsville Funeral Home has been entrusted with handling the arrangements. For online condolences, please visit www.plantsvillefuneralhome.com.
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