Diane Hardick Obituary
Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, Diane had lived in Tallmadge for the past 11 years. She was the Pastoral Associate with Our Lady of Victory Church.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Elaine Foshee. Diane is survived by her daughter, Kim (Curtis) Britton of Stow; son, James Hardick of Sommerville, South Carolina; sister, Kathryn (Raymond) Dolish of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; brothers, David (Johna) Foshee of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Jeff (Lynn) Foshee of Chicago, Illinois; and grandchildren, Brooke and C.J. Britton.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 21, 2013 at Our Lady of Victory Church, 73 North Ave., Tallmadge, with Rev. Father John Hengle officiating. Interment will be at Tallmadge Cemetery. Visitation will be 4 until 7 p.m. Thursday, June 20, 2013 at the Donovan Funeral Home, 17 Southwest Ave., Tallmadge, Ohio.
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Kathy Lalonde
May 16, 2014
Kim, Curt, Jimmy,
I just found out and am so sad to hear of Diane's death. I missed her friendship terribly and wished it to be different. She loved her family so much. Brooke and CJ were the lights of her life, she was so proud of them!
We had so many good times together. Shopping, going to lunch, movies, shopping, talking and lest I forget, shopping.
Diane was passionate about teaching her faith and she was so creative about doing so.
I still miss her.
Tom & Diane DeBord
June 25, 2013
Just today learned of Diane's passing. We are so saddened to hear this. Diane was a wonderful person and a great pastoral associate for our church. She will be missed. Our prayers are with her family.
Carolyn Zaranec
June 24, 2013
Diane was very inspirational to me as a fellow D.R.E. She was (is) a real upper.
Maria Marella
June 23, 2013
So sorry to hear about Diane. Our prayers are with her family.
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Rosi Novince
June 22, 2013
Diane was a good egg knew her from st barnabas days PSR
Will miss her wonderful creativity and faith filled life. Praying for all family and friends that are mourning her sudden death and for her beautiful caring soul !!!
Diane and my children at closing of PSR.
June 22, 2013
Scott Shilling
June 22, 2013
Diane was a great influence for me in my Catholic faith and I will always cherish the year in R.C.I.A which Diane gave me a personal invitation and said its time Scott.I will miss you Diane at the opening and closing prayers at PSR and at mass.God bless you Diane.
Linda Thernes
June 21, 2013
I attended RCIA with Diane as the advisor/trainer/teacher and listener. She was so proud of her position with the church and she was the perfect person for that job. She had so much more she wanted to accomplish. The church and its followers will greatly miss her.
Bill and Julie Krukemeyer
June 21, 2013
We are saddened and shocked by Diane's passing. Our community at Our Lady of Victory will not be the same.
Darlene
June 20, 2013
Diane was such an inspiration to me. I am at a loss of words at the shocking news of her passing. She was a friend, teacher, mentor. I will miss her smile and enthusiasm, and her always evident love of scripture and her faith! I am so thankful we stayed in touch after she left St. Barnabas! Rest in Peace, Diane...I know you have heard your Lord say "Well Done, Good and Faithful Servant". My thoughts and prayers go out to her family...she loved you all so much!!
Darlene
June 20, 2013
I'm so sorry for your great loss. Please know that my prayers are with you!!
Dale Hansen
June 20, 2013
She encouraged me to teach my faith. Her example gave me direction, and her love for the scripture gave me focus. Our community will miss her. I will miss her.
June 20, 2013
I was so sorry to learn of Diane's passing. She was a wonderful lady, so warm and friendly. My sympathy to her family.
Joyce Crider
June 20, 2013
Thank you for your ministry. May she rest in peace.
Rick Lohr
June 20, 2013
Shortly after my wife and I were first married I attended RCIA classes at another parish and was turned off so didn't continue. After moving to Tallmadge I attended RCIA classes at OLV taught by Diane which I enjoyed, got a lot out of, completed, and joined the church as a result. I have told many people frankly if it were not for Diane and Father John I likely would not have joined the church. I will miss her.
Kathleena Vasinko
June 20, 2013
Her strong faith, spirituality, and creativity inspired me to become a catechist many years ago, and for that I am much more than grateful. As the prayer of St. Francis teaches us, “It is in dying we are born to eternal life.” Rejoice!
Michelle & Mike Manion
June 20, 2013
We had the blessed fortune to benefit from Diane's ministry in many ways at St. Rita Church.
She was a powerhouse of Christian energy and it was contagious. She initiated many programs that are still in existence in our Parish today.
One day as we were sitting in my back yard we talked about Heaven. Her eyes sparkled and her smile broadened as she described what it may be like. She was filled with joy and excitement at that moment. She brought the light of Christ to so many. May she be filled with that light now and may her family feel the peaceful presence of God through our prayers.
jana fuller
June 20, 2013
Thinking of the family. She will be missed by many
Carla and Dan Weiss
June 20, 2013
Diana's family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We will miss Diane, especially her smile. She was well loved at Our Lady of Victory.
The Staff of Donovan Funeral Home
June 19, 2013
We appreciate you trusting us with the care of your loved one at this difficult time.
Laura Bonko
June 19, 2013
I am shocked and saddened to learn of Diane's passing. She lived on my street and was very friendly and welcoming. Wishing all her friends and loved ones comfort during this difficult time.
Candy Lorkowski
June 19, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear of Diane's passing. She was a wonderful lady and we will all miss her very much. Please be assured of my thoughts and prayers.
Julie Quarles
June 19, 2013
Sorry for your loss. Diane was a wonderful lady and very dedicated to our church. She made me feel very welcome when my girls and I joined the church 4 years ago. it was a blessing to work with her as a PSR teacher. She will be missed dearly.
Jason Lewis
June 19, 2013
I, too, am a certified pastoral minister/lay ecclesial minister in the Diocese of Cleveland. Over 12-13 years ago, I had Diane as an instructor for many of my classes in order to achieve my Master Cathechist certification from the diocese. Later on, after I went to the Diocesan Marriage and Family Life Office, I had the privledge once again of working with Diane. She was always so gracious and welcoming to me when I needed a place to host diocesan programming. Actually, I just hosted a diocesan bereavement class at Our Lady of Victory last August (2012). Dianne was always so gracious to me for making sure that diocesan programming made it to the Akron/Tallmadge/Summit area of the diocese. She will forever be in my heart. I will be praying for the parish community of Our Lady of Victory, as well as all of her family and friends. Our diocesan community also grieves the loss of Diane. May her memory be eternal.
Lynette Tait
June 19, 2013
I ministered with Diane for many years. We continued to be good friends and I will miss her smile as well as her abundant knowledge of the Catholic faith. Rest in peace good friend.
Rita Baker
June 19, 2013
Diane was totally dedicated to religious education .
She was a bundle of enthusiasm when it came to children.
My years at Holy Family with her , while we worked on liturgies with children ,provided me and my family forever memories.
No amount ow work was too much for Diane when it came to bringing a liturgy to life. From props to allowing as many children as possible to be involved. The children proclaimed the readings and acted out the Gospel. It was all about the children and helping them understand the message.That was what Diane was all about, bringing the Gospel to life for the children.
Adults used to favor those special children's liturgies. They were easy for all to follow and understand. I loved her spirit!
Sue and Mike Tully
June 19, 2013
To Diane's Family: I was shocked to hear of her passing but feel so blessed to have worked with her on many occassions at OLV and to witness her love and dedication to her family and her faith family. I always enjoyed the smile and joy she exibited when RCI candidates were initiated into the church on Easter. May your cherished memories guide you through this extremely difficult time and for the years to come. God Bless.
Julie Oliver
June 19, 2013
I will never forget Diane's plea for PSR teachers from the lectern at OLV several years ago. As I sat in the congregation, I felt as though she were speaking directly to me and, although I had taken some time off from teaching, I returned that year to the education ministry as a second grade instructor. She commented to me later that she also felt the connection when our eyes met during her speech that day, and she knew that I would step up to volunteer. Diane's enthusiasm, devotion, and love of others will be deeply missed.
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