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Diane Mize Obituary
Diane R. (Chinni) Mize, 84, of Toledo, Ohio, passed peacefully on December 30, 2025, at the University of Toledo Medical Center, after a lengthy illness. Diane was born on August 31, 1941, in Toledo, Ohio, the daughter of Julius and Rachael (Richards) Chinni.
Diane graduated from Toledo's Waite High School in 1959. She worked for the University of Toledo Medical Center starting in 1987 in central supply, food service and retiring as a switchboard operator 2019. Previously, Diane worked for Ohio Bell as a phone operator. Diane married Ross Mize on January 18, 1964, in Toledo. Diane was a soccer referee for both children's and high school games for several years.
Diane was preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Ross Mize (1986); sister, Susan Sweeny; and brother, William Chinni. Surviving are her sons, David Mize, John Mize, William (Dawn) Mize; and sister, Cheri (Michael) Csortos.
The family will receive friends and relatives at The Bersticker-Scott Funeral Home, 3453 Heatherdowns Blvd, at Byrne Rd, Wednesday, January 7, 2026, from 2-7 p.m. A private service of remembrance will be held on Thursday, January 8, 2026. Diane will be laid to rest next to her husband, Ross, in Ottawa Hills Memorial Park. Those who wish to remember Diane especially may make a gift in her memory to the National Kidney Foundation. Please view and sign Diane's condolence page at Bersticker-Scott Funeral Home.com
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Therese Gordon
January 21, 2026
Thinking of you with love, Bill and Dawn. Your mom was a dear, sweet woman. May you always find her "at home" in your hearts. Praying for all of your family during this very difficult time. Sending many hugs your way.
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Marilyn Dreier Adkins
January 11, 2026
Cheri,
I am sorry for your loss May she rest in peace.
I hope you are well.
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