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Diane Earing Obituary

Earing, Diane B.
EAST GREENBUSH - Diane B. Earing, 79, of East Greenbush, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her family, after a brief battle.
Diane was born October 26, 1944, in Hudson, N.Y., the daughter of the late John and Agnes (Miller) Balint.
Diane was an Administrative Assistant for the Town of East Greenbush Building Dept for over 30 years before retiring. She was passionate about spending summers at the family camp in Owl's Head, N.Y. with her many friends there. Diane enjoyed working the polls on every election day, loved her friends at the East Greenbush Senior Center, and was involved in many community events every year.
Survivors include her beloved husband, Paul Earing; and her two sons, William D. Kramer, and Scott P. (Christine) Earing. She was the proud Oma of Haley M. Earing, and Jaxon R. Earing. She is also survived by her brother, Gene (Maureen) Balint; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her siblings, Don (Grace) Balint Sr., and Kathryn Metz.
Relatives and friends are invited to call 4-7 p.m., Thursday, October 10, in the Wm. J. Rockefeller funeral home, 165 Columbia Tpk., Rensselaer. A funeral will follow in the funeral home at 7 p.m.
Diane's family would like to thank The Community Hospice of Rensselaer County, St. Peter's Hospital, W.F Bruen Rescue Squad, The Wagner family at Rockefeller Funeral Home, and the many people who have helped along this journey.
Contributions in Diane's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Albany Times Union on Oct. 8, 2024.

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Victor Balog

October 11, 2024

Scott and Family, So Sorry for your loss. Diane always had a smile when I saw her. God Bless her and your Family. Vic Balog and Family

Joanne Charland

October 9, 2024

Scott and family so sorry for your loss

Kim Cimijotti

October 9, 2024

We are very sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace.
Kim & Jim

Maureen Nardacci

October 8, 2024

Scott and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Maureen Nardacci

Kathy

October 8, 2024

Rest in Peace, Diane. We knew each other years ago when I worked in Civil Service. You were so much fun to talk to. I'm sorry to the family. It's a terrible loss.
Kathy Bruno

Joe De Seve

October 8, 2024

Scott and family. I've known your mom for over fifty years. She had a smile you couldn't forget and s personality to match. My deepest condolences, she will be missed. May she rest peacefully.

Helene Mayone-Reed

October 8, 2024

Earing Family,

I am so sad. Diane was a ball of fire and loved by all that had the pleasure of meeting her. She is your own special Angel. May she rest in peace and God Bless you all at this difficult time.

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165 Columbia Turnpike, Rensselaer, NY 12144

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