Diane Margaret Gonzalez

DIANE MARGARET GONZALEZ , 31 , of Steeleville, Illinois, passed away at 3:12 pm, Friday, April 22, 2022 at Memorial Hospital, Chester, Illinois.

She was born December 11, 1990 in Lakewood, California to Carrie (nee Harper) Flynn and Robert Gonzalez.

Diane had a smile that could light up a room and her children were her everything. Together they enjoyed playing outside, having family movie nights and going on adventures. She also loved working out, a healthy lifestyle, hiking and poetry.

Diane was a bright spark in this world and will be deeply missed by many. She was loved by her friends for her constructive and supportive nature, and was always there for them when needed.

Her professional life led her to Chester Mental Health Center, where she worked with co-workers who became family.

Survivors:

2 Sons:

Tristan & Landen Preuss

1 Daughter:

Mia Gilmer

Parents:

Carrie (Thomas) Flynn

Robert (Melissa) Gonzalez

3 Sisters:

Jennifer (Dallen), Roberta (Jordan) and Anaya

2 Brothers:

Robert (Brittany) and Phoenix

3 Nephews:

Riley Harper and Marshall & Grant Gonzalez

1 Niece:

Jordyn Harper

Paternal Grandparents:

Raul & Jennifer Gonzalez

Step Mother:

Misty Gonzalez

Preceded in Death by : Maternal Grandparents – Diane Lagano & Robert Harper

Funeral Service :

11:00 am, Friday April 29, 2022

Pechacek Funeral Homes, Chester, Illinois

Officiating:

Pastor James Clardy

Dewain Hulett

Interment :

Evergreen Cemetery

Chester, Illinois

Visitation:

Thursday – 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Friday – 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Pechacek Funeral Homes, Chester, Illinois

Memorials :

To the Family for Funeral Expenses and Trust Fund for Her Children – Please make checks payable to Chris Gilmer or Carrie Flynn