BORN

1942

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

Woody Funeral Home Parham - Richmond

1771 North Parham Road

Richmond, Virginia

Diane Gittman Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 15, 2015.

Diane C. Gittman, 72, of Manakin Sabot, VA. Loving wife, mother, grandmother departed this life to be with the angels on January 13, 2015, She was born to the late Harry and Irene Fleming, Sr. on November 8, 1942. Diane was a registered nurse at Beaumont Correctional. She was preceded in death by her sister Margaret Covington and a brother Harry (Flip) Fleming Jr. Diane is survived by her beloved husband of 50 years Howard E. Gittman, her children; Howard E Gittman, Jr. (Lynne) Susan Renee Larry, Debra Mae Vickers (Bobby), and Shirley Faye Rexrode. Grandchildren; Logan-Ann Gittman, Peyton –Ann Gittman, Devin Pettiford, Jason Rollins, Joshua Rollins, Brandon Patenaude, and Erika Kenney. And three great grandchildren; Brandon (Beau) Patenaude, Paislee Patenaude and Jordan Kenney. One sister Kathryn (Kitty) Durity

The family will receive friends Friday, January 16, 2015 at 10:00am. at Woody Funeral Home, 1771 N. Parham Road, Richmond . Her funeral will begin at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at Greenwood Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association – Greater Richmond Chapter, 4600 Cox Rd. Suite 130 Glen Allen, VA 23060.

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January 24, 2015

Jami Campbell

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love in Christ,
Brenda and Jami Campbell

January 22, 2015

B.W & Lisa Fair

Howard-just read of Diane's passing. So sorry we missed seeing you and rest of the family to give our condolences in person. Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers. B.W & Lisa Fair

January 18, 2015

Dear Mr. Gittman,
Sending you my prayers and blessings during this time of your great loss. Diane was a schoolmate of mine at SCH in Richmond and was a wonderful friend. I have not seen her for years, but never forgot her kindness and friendship. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her....
Julia Price-Williams(Jonesboro,AR.)

January 16, 2015

Rondia Fisher

Sorry for your loss, your family are in our prayers.

Rondia Fisher & Family

January 16, 2015

Lori Caribou

Mr. Gittman, Shirley , Erika and Brandon & Family I am so sorry for you loss of Diane my thoughts and prayers are with you

January 16, 2015

Kim Ellis

My thought and prayers are with you all during this time of GREAT loss. Diane will always hold a special place in my heart.

January 16, 2015

sherry lane

Howard,Susan,Debra,Shirley,Howard Jr. I'm so sorry to hear about Diane please let me know if you need me I'm here for you,prayers to you and your family was a good woman she will be greatly missed love you all

January 16, 2015

Kim Sebring

Mr. Gittman, Susan, Brandon and family,
We were so sorry to hear of you beloved wife/mother/grandmother's passing. Please know that our family is thinking of you at this difficult time and keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Much love and hugs,
Elgie, Heather, Trip, Luke and Kim

January 15, 2015

Debbie & Scott Bruce

Howard, Lynne, Logan-Ann, and Peyton,
Our family is so sorry to hear of your loss. Mom's and Grandma's are very special people we hold dear to our hearts. We wish we could be there tomorrow for the funeral, but know that we are there in spirit. Our deepest prayers are and always will be with your family at this sad time.
Love,
Debbie, Scott, Katie, Jacob, and Luke Bruce

January 15, 2015

Bernie Henderson

As President of Woody Funeral Home, I extend our deepest sympathy from all our staff for your loss. We are committed to providing the utmost care to you at this time and throughout the days to come. Our purpose is to assist and serve you in a manner that exceeds your expectations. We pledge to strive to merit the trust you have reposed in us.

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Calling hours

10:00 a.m.

Woody Funeral Home Parham - Richmond

1771 North Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23229

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16

Funeral

11:00 a.m.

Woody Funeral Home Parham - Richmond

1771 North Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23229

Jan

16

Interment

Greenwood Memorial Gardens

VA

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1771 North Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23229

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