Diane Janet Broughman Matthew

Diane Janet Broughman Matthew obituary, Baltimore, MD

Diane Janet Broughman Matthew

Diane Matthew Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Connelly Funeral Home of Essex - Baltimore on Mar. 10, 2026.
Diane Janet Broughman Matthew, age 88, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026. She was born on October 23, 1937 to the late Daniel and Jenette Kirn; beloved wife of the late Dale Broughman; loving mother of Theresa Holmes and the late Kevin Broughman; cherished sister of Rodney (Dallas) Kirn and David Kirn; also survived by seven grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren, other loving relatives and friends.

A viewing will be held at Connelly Funeral Home of Essex, 300 Mace Ave, Baltimore MD 21221 on Monday March 16 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday at 1pm followed by burial at Gardens of Faith Memorial Gardens.

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