Diane McGarthwaite

Diane McGarthwaite obituary, Zimmerman, MN

Diane McGarthwaite

Diane McGarthwaite Obituary

Published by Legacy on Feb. 4, 2026.
Diane McGarthwaite, age 70, of Zimmerman. Born July 12th, 1955 and passed away February 2nd, 2026 in her home. Preceded in death by brother, Greg, Mother, Florence, Step Mother, Cheryl, Father, Anthony. She will be missed by daughter Jinny Zroka (McGarthwaite), son in law Miles J. Zroka, and Grandson Zacchaeus Zroka. Will be missed also by her four living siblings: Debra, Bernard, Jacky, and Carol. Diane was an LPN that served at Guardian Angels Care Center, Elk River from 1991 to 2013. No service will be provided. It was in Diane's wishes not to be remembered at a service, but remember her through gaining a friendship with Jesus Christ.

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