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Diane Lynn Barnett, age 72, resident of Shelby, Ohio passed away on Sunday, December 3, 2023 at Crestwood Care Center in Shelby. She was born on December 19, 1950 in Willard, Ohio to the late Kelly and Verla (Mosley) Howard.
Diane received an Associates Degree from North Central State College. She loved caring for her animals, gardening and playing Bingo. She cherished the time she spent with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She is survived by her children, Paul (Melissa) Barnett and Brenda Barnett; three grandchildren, Heather (Will) Richards, Heidi (John) Hayes and Heath (Alisha) Bailey; ten great grandchildren, Hayden Tuttle, Havonah Kilgore, Harlee Kilgore, Destiny Kilgore, Daelyn Kilgore, Rylie Richards, Draven Richards, Aries Bailey, Atlas Bailey and Skylar Hayes; two brothers, Kelley Howard and Gary Howard; and one brother-in-law, Roger Hotelling.
In addition to her parents, Diane was preceded in death by her husband, Willie Barnett Jr., who passed away on December 2, 2014; two brothers, Mark Howard and James Howard; sister, Judy Hotelling; and sister-in-law, Debbie Howard.
There will be no services held at this time. Diane and Willie will be laid to rest privately at Maple Grove Cemetery in New Haven, Ohio. Secor Funeral Home in Willard is honored to be serving Diane’s family.
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Don Shirey - Dec 8, 2023
Gary & Kelly I am truly sorry for the loss of Diane. I have not seen any of you in many years but I’ve always had great memories of the time I spent with your family. Diane was always a sweet person to me and again I’m sorry Don
Rob & Tricia Bailey - Dec 5, 2023
Brenda, Paul, and all the grandchildren we are so sorry to hear about Diane. She loved you all so much. Christmas is coming and she so loved giving Christmas presents and seeing the joy on everyone's face made it priceless for her. Knowing that she is now back with the love of her life Willie doesn't mean the pain of her loss won't impact your life. She will always be cherished in all the beautiful memories all of us have with the time spent together with her. Every time I drive by the ol' homestead where you all lived and grew up I can't help but think about Diane and Willie. There are five things about Diane I will never forget. One Christmas two the watch she bought me in 1990, three the time I was cutting downed trees she made a lunch for me and there was no saying no, and four her favorite bingo number was "the one I win on". Most importantly is number five that I never told anyone. Diane getting her degree in human services as a non traditional student inspired me enough to also attend college at the age of thirty nine. She showed that age didn't matter and to go out there and get it! She was loved by many and will be greatly missed. May loving memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength. I am grateful to have known her.
Stephanie Mulvane wells - Dec 5, 2023
sorry for your loss
Larry and Francine Smith - Dec 5, 2023
Kelly, Tim and the whole Barrett and Howard family-thoughts and prayers to you all. May you find comfort in all memories made over the years. Lord be with the family during this difficult time🙏
Marla Armstrong - Dec 5, 2023
So sorry for your loss.
Julie A Wells - Dec 5, 2023
I'm sorry for your loss.
Jari McKinney Amburgey - Dec 4, 2023
Brenda and family...I am sorry for the loss of your mom. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you in the days ahead.
