Diane R. Michaels

Diane R Michaels (Mimi), 79, of East Berne NY, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025. Born on July 3rd 1945, she was the late daughter of Daniel and Sophie Michaels.

Diane cared for patients at Marcy's Nursing Home, later worked in clerical for New York State, then as an independent house cleaner, lastly retiring with the New York State Thruway Authority. Diane was a member of Rock Road Chapel, where she also enjoyed volunteering her time. Diane enjoyed cooking and baking, and taking day trips with her partner Ike.

She is survived by her loving partner, Isaac Conklin; her daughter, Julie Aviza; her brother Daniel (Shirley) Michaels; and Dennis Michaels. Her two Grandchildren, Timothy and Erin McIntyre. Her sister-in-law, Nancy Michaels and Anne Hallenback. Several nieces, nephews and cousins. Her extended family Monica Conklin, Alex Hrvatin, Richard Conklin, Amanda and Jay Miller and children. Predeceased by her sister Darlene (Roy) Ketzler, her brothers Dean Michaels and Douglas Michaels.

Relatives and family are invited to visit with Diane's family on Friday, January 10th, 2025 from 9am to 11am with a service at 11am, at Rock Road Chapel, 96 Rock Road, Berne. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Berne, in the spring.

Special thanks to Hospice Inn at St. Peter's Hospital, Pastor Jay Francis, Rock Road Chapel Family and Helderberg Ambulance.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Diane R Michaels to Rock Road Chapel Food Pantry or Helderberg Ambulance.