Diane J. Holmes

SKOWHEGAN – It is with great sadness the immediate and extended family of Diane J. Holmes announce her passing on Feb. 24, 2026, from the longterm effects of Dementia/Alzheimer’s.

When we are conceived our life’s journey begins. What we make of that journey molds us to an eventual end.

I thought it would be difficult to put into words and express my love for the one who made my life complete. She is no longer with me in body, but in her spirit will live on in my heart until one day I join her in eternal rest. We married on Jan. 24, 1970, after a short courtship, and bought our home that same spring and made it ours, in which she remained until her final breath.

She leaves behind not only myself, but our three children: Jason of Skowhegan, Kevin of Clinton, and a daughter Jennifer (Holmes) Black and husband Dale of Sabattus, Maine. Also, grandchildren Riley Holmes, companion Olivier Parker, and Riley’s daughter, her great grandchild Haven Holmes of Clinton, Maine, Mikala Black (Drew) and Husband Devon of Sabattus, Maine, Cameron Black of Sabattus, Maine, and Corey Shutz of Norridgewock, Maine. And Sister-in-law Linda Celentano and Brother-in-law Michael of Clinton.

The last of seven children, born to Manley and Althea (Moody) Corson on Sept. 17, 1949, in Athens. She grew up and completed her education. Graduating in 1967 from the last graduating class of Somerset Academy.

Her working career varied, retiring from New Balance in 2009 after 25 years. She also stayed at home raising our three children when they were younger.

There are also four remaining siblings. Nathalie Williams and her significant other George of Cornville, Brice Corson and his significant other Diane of Madison, Marilyn and John Provencial of Skowhegan, and Rachel Parsons of Norridgewock. Not to be forgotten, two special cousins, Errol and Leora Corson of Athens. Many more nieces, nephews, and cousins who know who they are. Not to exclude friends and neighbors over the years.

Predeceased by her brother Keith of Athens and sister Cathy Parsons of Norway, and brother-in-law Parker Parsons of Norridgewock.

A final acknowledgement and thank you to each and every doctor and nurse in each and every professional field as needed. You are people the world needs more of.

The family wishes to keep her passing fairly quiet. Cremation under the direction of Somerset Valley Remembrance Center Skowhegan Maine. There will be no celebration of life. Remember her in your own hearts.

Thank you – Her loving Husband.

It’s with love and respect that I include separate from the above a loving thank you to someone who returned home from Florida with love and care for the final fifteen months of her life on this Earth. My first cousin Pauline Blake took on a challenge most people wouldn’t be able to. Thank you! Love You! – Gary

Diane J. Holmes