Diane Caroline Thusius

Diane and I both taught FCS in Madison so met at many meetings and related events. My impression of Diane was she was a committed teacher, creative spirit, and a very hard worker. She was a credit to her profession. My sincerest sympathy to all her family and friends..........Sue Simon

A very familiar happy face I remember well growing up at Lake Edge United Church of Christ. Prayers for friends and family bonnie holmes

I had the opportunity to get to know Diane very well. During the last years of Dex's life I often visited at Oakwood on the weekends. When Dex was still in the apartment, I would take him out to eat or take him where he wanted to go in his Toyota. After he moved out of the apartment, I continued to visit on weekends. I would see Dex several times a day, but also spent a lot of time with Diane. I would eat with her in the dining hall, take her shopping or to doctor's appointments. We spent many nights listening to public radio or watching tv. She had a number of favorite programs, and we watched them together. I think she looked forward to my visits, and I enjoyed them as well. We spent hundreds of hours talking about every subject imaginable. I learned from her, and she learned from me. We had a great time together! After Dex died, I didn't get there as often, but I still went back occasionally. She kept a positive attitude, and was always a lot of fun. We developed what we both felt was a close relationship. We enjoyed our time together, and I miss her. I believe my life was blessed because I got to know her so well. Like so many others, I felt she was a very kind and giving person. She enriched the lives of many people, including me. I know she will be missed by her family and friends, but we can take joy in having known her, and having been blessed by her friendship. Paul Thierfelder (Dex's son-in-law)

My deepest sympathy to Diane's family. She was always such warm person and accepting of others input whether great or small. She was interested and engaged no matter what the conversation. A joy to talk with. I know she will be missed and I pray that God replaces the grief and loss with the Peace that only He can fill..Blessings to you all. Pam