Diane Killian of Branford passed away on March 11, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Edwina Yuzakevich Killian. She is the sister of Kathleen Killian of Branford and the sister in law of Rosalie (James) Killian of Florida. She was predeceased by her brothers James Killian and Joseph Killian, and her sister Eugenia Prece. Diane was born in New Haven on June 10, 1956. She was a secretary for the city of New Haven for many years. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday March 25 at 10:00 A.M. at St. Mary Church of St. John Bosco Parish in Branford. Burial will be private. Memorial donations in her name may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116-7023 or go to www.diabetes.org. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Diane, please visit our floral store.

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Published by WFSB on Mar. 20, 2025.

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Gina Arpaia Reiners

May 29, 2025

My condolences to Diane´s family. I attended grade and high school with Diane. We lost touch, but she was a very kind and caring friend. So very sorry for your loss.

Kathye Ferrebee

March 22, 2025

Sending prayers and condolences to the family of Diane.I worked at Branford Hills and met her there when she visited her mom.May God Bless you all.

Eileen Jenetopulos

March 20, 2025

I am so sorry for your loss. I went to Saint Francis Grammar School with Diane and am happy to see that her smile hadn´t faded.

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