Diane M. Dethmann passed away Friday, July 1, 2022, at home. Following Diane’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded. A gathering of friends and family will be held on Wednesday, July 6, from 4-6 PM at Pape Funeral Home, with a private prayer service to follow. Online condolences may be left at www.papefh.com.
Diane was born on June 19, 1950 in Clinton, IA, the son of Earl and Mildred (Andresen) Heath. She graduated as the salutatorian from Camanche High School in 1968. Diane later graduated from Clinton Community College in 1999, and then graduated with honors from The Franciscan University in 2002.
Diane was a substance abuse counselor until she retired in 2018. Diane’s greatest passion though, was volunteering and working in her community. Diane was always willing to lend a volunteering hand, and there are far too many organizations to list them all, but she was immensely proud of her time spent with her church where she began and ran the food pantry, the Harvest Hoorah fall festival, and the Angel Tree program. Anytime she could help children, she would. Diane never met a child that she didn’t consider hers.
Diane’s greatest joy though, was her family. She is survived by her four children, Lori (James) DeMoss of Delmar, IA, Jodi (Todd) Guilliams of Clinton IA, Timiri Dethmann of Clinton, IA, and Nicholas (Denise) Dethmann of Davenport, IA; Six grandchildren that she loved so dearly, Josi DeMoss, Josh DeMoss, Alexis Dethmann, Justin (Kassidy) Guilliams, Libbi DeMoss, Kyle Guilliams, Seann Langreher; Five great grandchildren whom she absolutely adored, Kiliann, Kallie, Kade, Kenna, and Beau. She also leaves behind her fur grandkids, Jack and Gunner, as well as her sister Sally Schaaf, several nieces and nephews, and many friends. Diane was preceded in death by her mother and father, brothers Tommy, Jim, and Pete, sister Jane, nephews Michael and Steven, and several dear friends.
To the family of Diane: I graduated the year after her. She was a very good person. She always had time for everyone including an underclassman like me. I will not forget her. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jon, Purl, Troy, Logan, and Carley Weber
Hazelwood, Mo (formerly of Camanche and Clinton)
Diane was a loving, caring person who always put others ahead of herself. Her dedication to various charities will be forever remembered. Blessings to her and her family
Dearest Diane, You mentored me in both personal and professional issues. When folks inquired about you they have put the words “she’s good people “. Thank your for your teachings, charisma, motivation, skill and love you have shared with us. Now rest, God has given you peace and your work here is done. Love and miss you.
Diane had a servant’s heart like no one I have ever met before. The care she took in serving the community, her mentorship to those she took under her wing, and her support of the underdogs will be sorely missed. My prayers go out to her family during this time of loss.
I enjoyed working with Diane. She was nice to work with, I loved her humor, and it was obvious how much she cared for the patients. I’m thankful for the time I got to spend with her and enjoyed hearing all the wonderful things she had to share about her family. She will be missed.
Diane : an amazing person who never complained. She was one of us 3 sisters of Marianne Clark, Diane and me. We worked on committees together and our kids and her grandkids all worked in community projects together. It’s hard to believe she is no longer with us but her memory and legacy will live and and be cherished.
A sweet, caring, kind soul; her light made a big difference in our little corner of the world. May she Rest in Peace.
My Friend Diane, you are being so missed by me. We got along so well and enjoyed talking with her on the phone. I did call her at the hospital but it was had for her to talk. I Loved You Diane.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Diane was a beautiful person inside and out.