Diane Gentry Obituary
Diane was born August 2, 1957 in Roanoke, Virginia, a daughter to Robert Charles and Maxine Nicholson Pressley. She was a resident of North Carolina most of her life. She will be missed by many in her community.
Surviving is her sister, Joanne Pressley of New Jersey; three brothers, Wade Pressley of Greensboro, Richard Pressley of Fayetteville and Randy Pressley of Ohio; and nine grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Joseph Carver; daughter, Christina Carver; granddaughter, Analise Carver; brother, Paul Pressley; and her dog, Sally.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the Humane Society of the Piedmont at 4527 W. Wendover Ave. Greensboro, NC 27409. Condolences may be made through www.cumbyfuneral.com.
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