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Diane Stannard Obituary

Stannard, Diane M. MELROSE Diane M. Stannard, 62, died September 11, 2011. Daughter of the late Leslie and Gertrude Reckner; wife of John Stannard; mother of Jeffrey (Donna); grandmother to Amelia. Calling, 5-8 p.m., Thursday at the Chase-Smith Family Funeral Home, 174 Main St., Schaghticoke. Funeral, Friday, 10 a.m. at Melrose United Methodist Church, Rt. 40. Visit www.chasesmithfamily.com

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Published by Albany Times Union on Sep. 14, 2011.

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Janet Gaitor

September 7, 2012

I miss Diane each time I see a butterfly, or hear a joke I wish I could share with her, and of course when I see the lights of her life, John, Jeff and Amelia and her "daughter", Donna.. We miss you and will always love you, your dear friends lonely on earth.

barbara nielsen

September 23, 2011

John,Jeff and family,
I have no words to express how sad, I am hearing the news of Diane.She will be missed,and remembered by all that knew her. barbara Nielsen

September 20, 2011

WE ARE SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS. WE WERE AWAY AND DID NOT KNOW. WE SHARE A GREAT NUMBER OF MEMORIES FROM OUR BOYS IN SCHOOL AND IN SCOUTS. SHE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED IN THE COMMUNITY. THE BATES FAMILY

Mary Smith

September 16, 2011

John, so sorry about Diane's passing. I remember when you were building your house on Sherman Hills at the same time we were. Jim passed away in December. Jeff was just a little guy when wemoved. Our sympathy to you and your family. Mary Smith

September 15, 2011

Words cannot express the sorrow we felt upon hearing of our neighbor and friend's passing. Diane was a great friend. John, Jeff and Donna, you are in our thoughts and prayers. With love, Ken, Kathy, David, Daniel, Paul and Andrew Buckley

Ann Denio

September 14, 2011

To say I am so sorry seem so small. She was a large light to all those she touched. I will miss her and her stories of Amielia...so so special!! Fondly, Ann

Mary Rogan

September 14, 2011

Diane was so very special and kind to everyone's life that she touched. We will never forget her unselfishness, and always an ear to listen or a hand to help. She will truly be missed by all of us who knew her, and we are truly blessed to have her in our lives.
~Mary Rogan and Bruce VanWormer

Cindy Long

September 14, 2011

Uncle John, Jeff, Donna and Amelia, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I will miss Aunt Diane's adorable Ameila quotes as well as her wonderful sense of humor. I am so very thankful that we were able to re-connect these past few years and for all of the fond memories of family gatherings long ago. My love to you all! Cindy, Chris, Garett and Taylor

Janet Salisbury

September 14, 2011

Diane was such a wonderful friend to me. We shared something with each other nearly every day....and had so many laughs, and shared so many confidences with one another, and of course, grand daughter stories. She will always be in my heart, and I will miss her so much. I am so sad for John, Jeff, Donna, and her beautiful little Amelia. And also...for all of US who knew and loved her. She is a shining star who brightened the lives of all who were fortunate enough to have known her. I love you Diane.

September 14, 2011

Uncle John, We are so sorry to hear of Aunt Diane's passing. Know that we are thinking of you and that you're in our prayers. Scott, Cheryl, Colton and Marisa Foster

Janet Gaitor

September 13, 2011

There are no words to express how saddened we are John, Jeff, Donna, and Amelia. We love you all and will be there for you as we all share our beautiful memories of such a special and lighthearted friend. Janet, Don, Charlie and Bear

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