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Diana Appelhans Obituary
November 16, 1964 - October 12, 2024
Wichita, Kansas - Diana Appelhans, 59, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 12, 2024, surrounded by family and friends. Born November 16, 1964, to Harold and Marilyn Copper, Diana was a devoted mother, daughter, sister, "Nanny," and friend to many.
Known for her kindness and care for others, Diana loved country music, movies, and her favorite shows. She had a passion for animals, rescuing many cats throughout her life. Her greatest pride was her son, Ryan Patrick, to whom she was deeply devoted, along with his husband and friends, whom she embraced as her own. Diana also welcomed many honorary sisters, nieces, and nephews into her heart, simply because she loved them.
A faithful Christian and proud Episcopalian since her 2019 confirmation, Diana is now at peace in the hands of her Creator.
She is survived by her mother, Marilyn Copper; her son, Ryan Patrick (Nathan Whitman); her sisters, Pam Kirtley and Lori Prado; her great uncles and aunt, Roger Riffe and Tom and Ruthellen Riffe; along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Diana's warm and accepting spirit touched all who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her father, Harold Copper; her husband, Mike Appelhans; her brother-in-law, Bob Kirtley; her great aunt, Linda Riffe; and her cousins, Angela and Matt Riffe and Joshua Copper. She is now reunited with those she loved and missed.
A service will be held at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church on Saturday, October 26, at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Good Shepherd Episcopal Church, 8021 W. 21st Street North, Wichita, KS 67205 and Coming Together For A Cure, P. O. Box 782564, Wichita, KS 67278. Services in care of Downing & Lahey West Mortuary. Share tributes online at: www.dlwichita.com
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Rick Reischmann
October 18, 2024
Worked with both Diana and Cowboy Mike at Star Lumber. Good people,we always had lots of fun . RIP Diana and say hi to Mike for me.
Ryan Patrick
October 17, 2024
We miss and love you so much, Mom
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Good Shepherd Episcopal Church
8021 W. 21st St. N., Wichita, KS 67205
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Downing & Lahey Mortuaries & Crematory - West Wichita10515 W. Maple, Wichita, KS 67209
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