Diane Dauphinee Schank
Diane Dauphinee Schank
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Diane Schank Obituary
Diane D. Schank, affectionately known to many as Gramy Di, unexpectedly left this world on December 14, 2025. Born on February 1, 1948, in Worcester, MA, she lived a fabulous 77 years, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, love and many friends and family who will miss her dearly.
Diane's life's work was as varied and colorful as her personality.
She was predeceased by her first husband and father of Nikki and Angie, Raymond J. Dauphinee, Jr., a journey that started at the ripe age of 20. She was also predeceased by her second husband and Knight in Shining Armor, Walter Schank.
Surviving Diane are her devoted husband William W. Smith; daughters Nicolle Dauphinee (Jude Huguley) and Angela Landon (Brett Landon); nine grandchildren, Cameron Smith, Erika Landon, Kristin Smith, Kathryn Smith, Addison Landon, Emerson Landon, Jessika Landon, Kayla Huguley and Ian Huguley; and three great-grandsons, Carter Smith, Elliot Sprouse and Landon A. Parks.
A Celebration of Diane's Life will take place soon, where friends and family can reminisce and honor her vibrant spirit.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Wilmington Funeral & Cremation in Wilmington, NC. For those who wish to share a memory or leave a message for Diane's family, please visit her Tribute Wall at www.wilmingtoncares.com.
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