Dianne passed away peacefully at her home on January 22, 2019. Dianne Nilan, the former Dianne Sticher, was born in Philadelphia to the late Bernard and Margaret Noel Sticher.
She was a graduate of John Hallahan High School, Class of '72. She worked for Packaging Coordinators Inc. for about 15 years. She was then full time caregiver to her parents.
She enjoyed video games on her phone, horror movies and spending time on the beach in Wildwood.
She is the beloved widow of the late Michael F. Sr., devoted mother of Jennifer Bertele ( Francis ), Thomas M. ( the late Elizabeth ), Michael F. Jr. and Ashley M. Sticher ( William Arnold ). dear grandmother of Francis, Breanna, Heather Ann, William and Thomas. Dear sister of Bernard Sticher ( Kathy ), Elaine Hyduk, John Sticher and Barry Sticher ( Donna ). Sadly missed by her many nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to her Service of Christian Burial, on Monday January 28, 2019 at 11 AM, in the McELVARR FUNERAL HOME, 1415-17 East Susquehanna Avenue, Fishtown, where her viewing will begin at 9:30 AM. Further arrangements will be private.
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