Obituaries

Diane Mayse-Blakeman, 60, Passes After Battle with Cancer

Memorials may be directed to the National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation.

M. Diane Mayse-Blakeman, 60 years, of Yorkville, IL died on Tuesday, October 15th at her home following a battle with pancreatic cancer.

Diane recently moved to the area to help her daughter run her store and spend more time with her grandchildren. 

Diane was a Veteran of the Air Force and a lifetime member of the American Legion.  She was a member of the New Life Church in Yorkville. Diane was loved by all and is survived by her husband, L. Jim Blakeman; children April Brossett (Aaron), Jeff Mayse (Mavis), and Lisa Mayse-Lillig (Tim);  three grandchildren, Clyde, Aaliyah, & Aria.

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Diane’s wishes to be cremated have been fulfilled. A small open house for friends and family will take place Friday and Saturday at her home.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation http://pancreaticcancerfoundation.com/

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Provided by April Brosett


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