ARUNDEL – Diane Lorraine Reynolds passed away peacefully at home, in the care of her loving family, at the age of 64. She was born in Biddeford, Maine, on December 2nd, 1960, the daughter of the late Joseph and Esther Bush.
She attended the Kennebunk School system and went on to reside in Kennebunk and raise her family with Darryl Reynolds. The family spent many years creating memories, including boating, camping, and hosting many backyard gatherings.
Diane spent many years caring for the elderly of local families in the community she loved. Through this line of work, she developed many special relationships with those she cared for.
Diane had a fun-loving spirit and enjoyed being out on the dance floor. Her favorite hobbies included sharing new recipes with her family, gardening, watching football, and “Field trips” as she referred to them with her nieces and sisters.
She was predeceased by her brother-in-law, Rick Dues, and her nephew, Austin Cole.
She is survived by her two loving children, Amanda Reynolds and son-in-law Tim Drown of Arundel, Ryan Reynolds and son-in-law Ben Dunbar of Hancock, Sisters Cindy Dues and Evelyn Cole of Kennebunk, Karen Lepera of Avon Park, FL., Brother Joseph Bush Jr and wife Beth of Kennebunk, and special friend Steve White. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews, as well as great-nieces and nephews.
A sincere thank you to brother-in-law Kenny Cole for all of his help and support.
Special thanks to Cindy for opening her home and heart to Diane and the whole family in her final days.
A celebration of life will be held on October 18th at the Dorothy Stevens Community Center in Kennebunk, at 1pm. Please join us and share memories, as well as a few of Diane’s favorite foods.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Hospice of Southern Maine.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Chad E. Poitras Cremation and Funeral Service, East Waterboro, www.mainefuneral.com