WINSLOW – After a long illness, Dianne passed away on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, at the age of 80 and is now at peace. She was born on May 30, 1941, in Massachusetts to Raymond and Rachel (Snow) Howe.

Dianne was predeceased by her parents, her brothers, Eddie and John Howe, sisters Nancy Quirion, Florence (Babe) Perry, and Claire Thomas, and her beloved grandson, Dylan Willette.

Dianne is survived by her twin brother Raymond Howe Jr and her sister Debbie Albert (Howe) and husband Keith.

Dianne and Norris Willette had five children: Michael Willette and wife Melissa of Winslow, Jeffrey Willette and wife Rhonda of Winslow, Timothy Willette and wife Barbara of Winslow, Danny Willette and Tisha Butler of Winslow, and Kathy Hopkins and husband Rusty of Florida. Grandchildren: Rebecca, Jordan, Kyle, Katrina, Whitney, Caleb, Jennifer, Jason, Spencer, Tyler, and Camden. Great-Grandchildren: Brody, Caspar, Addisyn, Abby-Gayle, Lynkin, Piper and Hazel. She also leaves behind many in-laws, nieces, nephews, and great friends, including her dog Big Boy.

Dianne, better known as “Nana”, enjoyed spending time with family. She could be found on most summer days sitting at the family pond. Dianne’s most cherished time was Christmas Eve at her home. She just loved having everyone “crammed in”. Although these parties became smaller, this past Christmas she specifically requested, “Christmas Eve at Nanas!”, thankfully, Dianne’s wish was fulfilled. At any time when you popped in to visit, she was watching cooking shows, reading, or as she always would say, “not sleeping”.

Her truly happiest moments were spending her time with her grand and great grandkids. They all loved spending time and building forever memories with Nana.

Dianne “Nana” will forever be loved and kept close within our hearts.

Services are yet to be decided.

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