Diane Jean Duncan

Diane Jean Duncan, age 65, of Omaha, Nebraska passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2014 in Omaha, Nebraska. Born on June 16, 1949 in Coon Rapids, Iowa she was the daughter of Dwaine G. Duncan and Norma J. (Cornelius) Duncan. She attended Coon Rapids Annunciation Catholic School through 8th grade. Diane had a calling to become a nun and attended St. Mary’s Academy in Prairie Du Chein, WI for 3 years. During this time she decided she wanted to become a nurse. Diane entered her senior year of high school in Coon Rapids where she graduated in 1967. Diane began her nursing training in Carroll, Iowa. She earned her LPN license and took her first job at a hospital in Rochester, Minnesota. Two years later, Diane moved to Emmetsburg, Iowa where she earned her RN degree at Iowa Lakes Community College. From there, she moved to Omaha, Nebraska to work at Immanuel Lutheran Hospital. Diane spent her life in Omaha working and developing friendships with almost everyone she met. Diane had the knack of getting people together and having a good time. She was kind and caring towards others that were evident by her wit, a warm smile or grin that was sure to lead to an unforgettable memory. Diane spent most of her nursing career at Red Cross. She had worked there for 32 years. Red Cross recognized Diane for her professional, loyal service by acknowledging her with a crystal vase to represent the highest of honors with the Tiffany Achievement Award. During retirement, Diane enjoyed golfing a couple times during the week, attending morning mass, visiting family and friends. It will forever echo “Diane is here!” While Diane had many other accomplishments and milestones in her life, the one that stands out the most is the dedication and commitment she had to her family. After her mother’s unexpected death in 1976 Diane took on a nurturing role for her 3 elementary aged siblings. She embraced them with her fun times, lit up their special moments and consoled them like her mother would have wanted. Bill, Kathy and Patty believe their life was significantly enhanced because of her love and dedication. Her impact on their life will never be forgotten. Surviving are her father; Dwaine; four brothers: Larry (wife Terrie), Randy, Kevin (wife Kathy) and Bill (wife Cora); two sisters: Kathy and Patty (husband Mark) along with nieces and nephews Nicole, Jessica, Robin, Ashley, Amanda, Andy, Mike, Andrea, Mark, Chase, Traci, Nathan and Samantha. She will be missed by paramount friends that defined the true meaning of friendship. She is preceded in death by her mother Norma, her brother Maurice, her nephew Brandon, and grandparents. Duncan, Diane age 65 of Omaha, NE Preceded in death by her mother Norma, brother Maurice and nephew Branden; survived by father Dwaine Duncan of Coon Rapids, IA; siblings Larry Duncan of Shelbyville, IL; Randy Duncan of Davenport, IA; Kevin Duncan of Marshalltown, IA; Bill Duncan of Grimes, IA; Kathy Duncan of Benbrook, TX and Patty Lentz of Sioux Falls, SD; nieces and nephews. Visitation Tuesday 5 to 7 PM at the funeral home with a wake service at 7 PM. Funeral Mass Wednesday 10:30 AM at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Elkhorn. Private interment in Coon Rapids, IA Cemetery; Condolences to www.reichmuthfuneralhomes.com Reichmuth Funeral Home 21901 W. Maple Rd 402-289-2222

Diane Jean Duncan

June 16, 1949 - August 23, 2014