1934
2017
Diane Christopher Vance, 82, of Trent Woods, passed away Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at her home.
She was an avid gardener with a love for Azalea's. She was very involved with the American Kennel Club and America Collie Club. She bred and raised champion Collie's. She worked in banking in North Virginia. In her retirement, she enjoyed boating. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends.
She is predeceased by her brother Lawrence "Bud" Christopher;
She is survived by her husband Arthur Bruce Vance; sons Robert (Carol) Vance of Stafford, VA and Chris (Cindy K.) Vance of Williamsburg, VA; and grandchildren Lauren and Anna.
A memorial service will be at 1:00 pm on Monday, June 26, 2017 at Christ Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to [email protected] in New Bern, NC.
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Cotton Funeral Home and Crematory. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.cottenfuneralhome.com
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June 18, 2017
To the Vance family: We have many happy memories of Diane while we were active boaters and good times at yacht club functions. We also remember her love for her Collies. She will be missed.
Ron and Elaine Patchett
June 18, 2017
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Zander and Sabrina Guy
June 15, 2017
Betty Hudson
TO The Vance Family. I am sending my love from my heart. I am sadden for the loss of Lady Diane. I pray each of you will find peace and comfort with The happy memories you shared with Lady Diane. It was a great pleasure working in Pat's absence. Words cannot take away the pain but knowing she is resting in the arms of Jesus is a blessing from God because she has no more pain nor sorrow. I love you all so much and my heart is truly hurting with you. My prayer and thoughts are with you. Blessings and love from my heart to the Vance family.
June 14, 2017
Betty Melchior
Diane was a good friend at Christ Church & The Trent Woods Garden Club. Missed seeing her when we moved away a few years ago. Praying for Art & family. Betty & John Melchior
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