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Diane Silfies Obituary

Diane M. Silfies, 66, of Northampton, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 6, 2021 in her home. Born on March 15, 1955, in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Martin F. and Hermina M. (Grossbauer) Augustine. Diane was a graduate of Northampton High School and earned her nursing degree from St. Luke's School of Nursing. She was proud of her profession and fully committed herself as a registered nurse at St. Luke's Hospital, Fountain Hill in their cardiac care unit for many years. Diane was a member of St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Walnutport. Survivors: Diane is survived by her sons, Joel and wife, Amber, and Jared; grandchildren, Benjamin and Greg; twin sister, Susan Bender and husband, Robert; sister, Martina Biechy and husband, Bruce. Services: A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, December 13th at 11:00 a.m. in the church, 4412 Mountain View Dr., Walnutport. Family and friends may call on Monday from 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass in the church. Interment will be in Our Lady of Hungary Cemetery, Northampton. Those in attendance will kindly be requested to practice social distancing and wear a face cover. Arrangements are under the direction of the Reichel Funeral Home, Northampton. Online condolences may be offered at www.reichelfuneralhome.com. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society in loving memory of Diane.

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Published by Morning Call on Dec. 10, 2021.

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Mary Beth Makoski

January 3, 2022

I was Diane's roommate at St. Luke's School of Nursing--sadly, we did not keep in touch but I have thought of her often through the years. Rest peacefully, roomie...

Donna Allain-Dendor (Dreisbach)

December 15, 2021

I am so sad that Diane was taken from you so soon. She was a wonderful person and I will always remember her in my prayers.

Carol Grabarits Thomason

December 12, 2021

To Diane´s Family, Susan & Martina
I offer my deepest sympathy in your loss and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
I have so many precious memories of time spent together when we were at OLH and high school. Some of the best times of my life.
It seems like just yesterday when Diane gave Communion to my Mom at St. Nicholas. So many memories. Again I am so sorry for your loss.

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Stephen Gerkovich

December 11, 2021

Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord

Robin Fritsch

December 11, 2021

Diane I will always remember you as a fun-loving and compassionate person who was so dedicated to her profession and patients. The world has lost an extraordinary woman. I know you are now truly “Living the dream!”

James & Debbie Gerancher

December 10, 2021

Our deepest sympathies to you and your families. May she rest in peace.She was a very caring and loving person. She will be missed.
Jimmy&Debbie Gerancher

Nancy & Jeff Rice

December 10, 2021

Our deepest sympathies to the family of Diane Augustine Silfies. A classmate gone but not forgotten.

Gloria Praedin

December 10, 2021

Susan and Family,
Our deepest condolences for the loss of your sister.
Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Gloria and Dennis

Pat Hunsicker

December 10, 2021

I graduated with Diane and we were both married on the same day. We also talked to each other at St. Nicholas. My deepest condolences to her family RIP Diane.

Sheryl Petrillo (nee McGehee)

December 10, 2021

I worked with Diane for 8 years at St. Lukes PPHP4. She was an integral part of my training as a new RN, and mentored me and so many others in our careers. Thank you Diane for your service to our profession and for teaching so many of us to be the best nurse we could be. Rest in Peace Diane. My condolences to her family and loved ones.

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9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

St. Nicholas Catholic Church

4412 Mountain View Dr., Walnutport, PA

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13

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

St. Nicholas Catholic Church

4412 Mountain View Dr., Walnutport, PA

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