DIANE BRIGHTON ELLIS's Obituary
Diane “Dana” Brighton Ellis died Sunday, May 25, 2003 in Antioch, California. Private cremation was held May 29th. A memorial gathering is planned for a future date. After surviving a four year struggle with lung cancer, Diane passed, surrounded by the love of her extended family and friends, in the home of her beloved daughter and son-in-law, Kendra Shannon and Mark Collier.Diane brought all of her talents to her more than 35 years as executive assistance in various firms including Pacific Intermountain Express, Arthur Anderson, and John Waddell and Co.Diane shared with all of us her sharp and inquisitive mind; always challenging us to become aware and grow. Diane love of books was shared with one and all. Diane’s love of baseball, (gleaned from her “grandpe’re, Frank Brazill) and tennis was well known. Diane’s support of Aids patients as a volunteer driver brought her joy. Above all, Diane’s love and support of the children, so many now grown, her cats and all the animal kingdom is most treasured in our family.Your family loves you “Bless your little heart” “Drive careful now”
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