About This Memory Space
This page was created for Diane Marie Tiefel's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Diane Marie Tiefel's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Diane Marie Tiefel. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Diane Marie Tiefel crafted a life rich with warmth, precision, and unwavering loyalty, leaving an indelible mark through her professional excellence, deep affections for family and feline friends, and infectious passion for the stars of Star Trek.
Born in Indianapolis to Charles F. and Marie Elizabeth Smith, Diane infused every pursuit with a distinctive blend of kindness and mastery. Her days were marked by a joyful spirit that shone in interactions with loved ones and her cadre of cherished cats, while her evenings often delved into the expansive universe of her favorite sci-fi franchise, where she reveled in spirited debates over its many incarnations.
Diane excelled as an accounting professional, where her skill, dedication, and reliability forged enduring bonds with colleagues. Known for her completeness in every task, she earned profound admiration for both her expertise and the integrity she brought to shared endeavors.
Family & Loved Ones
Diane's inner circle pulsed with the energy of close-knit bonds and playful companionship, where her brothers Charles Wayne (Sandy) Smith and Richard Dale Smith, along with nieces Angie (Bill) Witham-Dugdale and Melissa (Rick) Bousman, plus a host of great-nieces and great-nephews, felt her vibrant presence. Her home buzzed as a sanctuary for twelve adored cats—Marie, Endora, Charlie Snugbug, Molly, Waldo, Clara, Esmerelda, Garfield, Lizzie, Maurice, Priscilla, and Tabitha—each receiving her boundless affection and care.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Echoes from Diane's circle capture a woman whose blend of professional poise and playful heart left friends and kin reflecting on her as a steadfast pillar of joy and geeky wisdom.
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