Diane Allen Obituary
CAPE CORAL, Fla. - Diane Allen would like everyone she ever touched in life, of which there are many, to know that her work here is done.
At the young age of 62, having just retired, Diane recently received a call, a sort of offer you can't refuse. So she laughed one last time with her soulmate, and then left for a new teaching position from which she will not be returning. This teaching assignment comes with a huge sign-on bonus, a reunion with family and friends that she hadn't seen in a long time.
Diane's motto, as an outstanding professor of math, was" I can teach math to anyone!" She loved her work and it showed in everything that she did. She touched so many lives that we can't even begin to count the numbers and the impact.
Diane, alongside Paul, her soulmate of 44 years, lived a full and rich life together. Their time together, side by side, was a love story of the ages. Their life was filled with laughter and loving moments every single day along with their son, Cody, of whom she was incredibly proud. She was an amazing wife, mother and a college professor who treated all her students as family.
Diane is survived by her loving husband Paul and son Cody.
A potluck memorial service will be held:
Thursday Jan. 14, 2015 at 6 p.m.
Idaho State University, 3rd floor of the RFC Building.
A formal memorial service will be taking place:
Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015 (time to be determined)
Hoffman Funeral Homes
643 Main Street
Leesburg, NJ 08327
Friends are invited to view Diane's complete Eulogy and to send condolences via the on-line guest book which can be found at www.MullinsMemorial.com.
Mullins Memorial Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Cape Coral, is entrusted with final care.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Michael and Melanie Wheelock
January 14, 2015
Paul and Family we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this tough time.
Missy Turner
January 14, 2015
I am so sorry to hear about Diane's passing. She was the best math teacher in the history of math teachers. I loved
her attitude and enjoyed every minute that I was around her. She will be missed.
Kelly Steele
January 13, 2015
Dianne was the best teacher at ISU! She cared about her students and wanted them to succeed. I loved her math class and I am a terrible math student. She really made a difference in peoples lives. I am so sorry for the loss of such a tremendous person!
Katrena Wilson
January 13, 2015
She was amazing teacher and an awesome person. I am sorry for you loss.
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Vicki (Hickman) O'Hara
January 12, 2015
I'm sorry to hear about Diane's passing. She started life with us in PN many years ago. Peace be with you Ron, Paul and families. Find your comfort in loving memories.
Bob Everland
January 12, 2015
Paul, I know the heartache you are feeling at this moment. I lost my wife Cookie in November, 2012 and was only 49. I am also in Florida for 14 1/2 years now. You have my heartfelt sympathy my old friend. God bless you.
January 12, 2015
My condolence for your loss. May the GOD who gives peace grant you peace as you adjust in the days ahead. 2nd Thessalonians 3:16. Diane.
Larry O'Donnell
January 12, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
January 11, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. May the Most High God comfort you as you mourn the loss of your loved one. (Psalm 83:18)
John & Donna James
January 11, 2015
Paul our heats are heavy for your great loss, you shared a beautiful life together, cherish the memories you have made in this lifetime, that is so special. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & Diane, We know she will always be with you. God Bless you. John,Donna & Micheal James
January 11, 2015
Paul, our hearts are heavy for the loss of your Sweetie, no words can convey the sadness we are feeling at this time. Our heartfelt sympathy, Thoughts & Prayers are with you. John, Donna & Michael James
Mary Wright
January 11, 2015
Diane touched my heart and my life as my instructor at ISU. Always encouraging me when others doubted. She was always willing to spend extra time making sure I grasped concepts that baffled me. I will forever be grateful for her presence in my life!
Kyla Mosho
January 9, 2015
Diane was an awesome teacher who made time for her students and believed in them. Very fortunate that I was able to have her as a professor.
Captain Kelly
January 9, 2015
So sorry, Pablo. Glad we got together for dinner one last time this summer to witness again how much you loved each other and loved to laugh together. May the memories provide comfort to you and Cody.
January 9, 2015
Diane's passion for the students continues to be an inspiration to me. I miss you, Diane, and wish you peace. Christine Brower
Sharon Adams Carangi
January 8, 2015
many prayers to Paul Ron and family an old friend
Kathi Hjelm
January 8, 2015
It is with a heavy heart that I heard of Diane's passing. By far the best educator I ever had and I loved her dearly. I weep today for the loss of this magical friend. My best prayers will be sent up to heaven for her and her family. I am so deeply sorry for your loss. So long, my true and cherished friend.
Irene Terenik - Szynal
January 8, 2015
Paul ... I am sorry to hear of your tremendous loss ... I did know Diane and remember to have been a very sweet person. May she rest in peace and may God help heal your wounds.
cheryl morris
January 8, 2015
So very sorry for your loss. Prayers for Paul and the family. Such a beautiful person inside and out. Remember the fun we had back in the sixties.
Teresa Rhoades
January 8, 2015
Paul, Cody, and Ron, I am so sorry for your loss. Diane was one of my first friends in this area and although we lost touch, I always had such good memories of our friendship. I feel blessed to have known her!
Pamela
January 8, 2015
Sincere condolences, may she R.I.P and may cherished memories, prayers and the support of all comfort and console you at this time of grief and sorrow
kasey Kasper
January 8, 2015
I loved Diane, she was an outstanding teacher and a awesome friend... I love you and you will be missed.
Misty Davis
January 8, 2015
Diane continued to make me want to learn more math. She was very special and amazing in her way of teaching. I am honored to have had her at ISU.
January 8, 2015
God bless, john and Ilene hunter
Trudy Batten-Kennedy
January 8, 2015
Paul, I am so sorry to hear of your loss and regret I was not blessed to have known her.
Teena Rhoads
January 8, 2015
Diane was without a doubt the best math teacher I have ever seen. Her passion for math and her students was boundless. She is greatly missed.
Rick Atkinson
January 8, 2015
Paul,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your wife, Diane. She will be sadly missed!
Shelley Rock
January 8, 2015
I never knew Diane but her obituary touched my heart. I, too, am an educator of 30 years and know well the joy of touching lives. May she rest in peace and cause joy in Heaven.
Holly Arzola
January 7, 2015
You were my favorite professor, I was so happy for you to retire and spend time with your family. Rest in peace my friend.
The Arzola's
Carol
January 7, 2015
A truly amazing woman and special friend.
Stacey Westwood
January 7, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss!! Diane was an amazing professor!! I had the privilege of taking three math classes from her. She always made learning math fun!! I loved her stories she use to tell in class, always made us laugh. May she rest in peace! ????
Vince Nix
January 7, 2015
I'll think of you and your hats, every Friday. Miss you, friend. See ya later.
Ruth Ruska
January 7, 2015
I am greatly saddened to hear of Diane's passing. I worked with her at ISU, she was a wonderful woman, awesome teacher and a beautiful friend. She will truly be missed. Sending her family prayers , huggs and love. Ruth Ruska.
Sherry Rindels-Larsen
January 7, 2015
So sad to learn this news today. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.
Jerry
January 7, 2015
I am very sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. My heartfelt condolences to the family during this time of sorrow. (1Corinthains 15:26) (Isaiah 61:1,2) Please find peace in knowing that He understands your grief and He cares. 1 Peter 5:6,
January 7, 2015
I am truly sorry for your loss, may you all keep in God's love....Jude 21....JJ, ATL
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