Diane Francine Smith
June 19, 1958 ~ May 12, 2022
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In loving memory of Diane Francine Smith
Diane Francine Smith, affectionately known as “Franc”, was born on June 19, 1958. She grew up in Vienna, VA with her loving Parents, Ella Finch Mayhew and Jesse James, Sr., who both preceded her in death. She was passionate about her faith, family, education, and human & minority rights.
In 1976, Diane graduated from James Madison High School in Vienna, VA, and attended Northern Virginia Community College. She was first employed at St. Paul’s Insurance Company in Falls Church, VA which rented space from AAA. It was there she would meet her soulmate, Roland H. Smith, Jr., and marry years later in 1989. Diane later worked for FasTran Transportation Services, the Northern Virginia Training Center, and finally landed a position with Fairfax County Public School System as a Transportation (bus) Driver, retiring in 2020.
Diane devoted her life to her faith and to her family, and celebrated every family member’s milestone, from the smallest to the largest. Her prayer life, even through every adversity thrown at her or her family, remained consistent and grew that much stronger. Diane believed in “writing a vision, and making it plain”, and would share them with her close friends and family often. She held a special place in her heart for young/teen mothers, and volunteered at local facilities providing training and support for the next phase of their journey. She loved writing Bible songs to help even the youngest to the oldest individual learn the Word of God through song. Her one of a kind laugh was both unforgettable and infectious. But she was most known for her warm heart, sweet spirit, and enthusiastic hunger for knowledge and truth.
On May 12, 2022, at INOVA Fairfax Hospital in Falls Church, Virginia, Diane, at age 63, transitioned to be with the Lord. She is preceded in death by her Husband, Elder Roland H. Smith, Jr., and five siblings. Her legacy will be continued on through her children; LaKisha, Roland III, Tiffany, and Michelle. Six grandchildren, one grand-dog (Nova), three sisters, two brothers, nearly a dozen “MeMa babies”; and a host of family, friends and loved ones.
In loving memory of Diane Francine Smith
Diane Francine Smith, affectionately known as “Franc”, was born on June 19, 1958. She grew up in Vienna, VA with her loving Parents, Ella Finch Mayhew and Jesse James, Sr., who both preceded her in death. She was passionate about her faith, family, education, and human & minority rights.
In 1976, Diane graduated from James Madison High School in Vienna, VA, and attended Northern Virginia Community College. She was first employed at St. Paul’s Insurance Company in Falls Church, VA which rented space from AAA. It was there she would meet her soulmate, Roland H. Smith, Jr., and marry years later in 1989. Diane later worked for FasTran Transportation Services, the Northern Virginia Training Center, and finally landed a position with Fairfax County Public School System as a Transportation (bus) Driver, retiring in 2020.
Diane devoted her life to her faith and to her family, and celebrated every family member’s milestone, from the smallest to the largest. Her prayer life, even through every adversity thrown at her or her family, remained consistent and grew that much stronger. Diane believed in “writing a vision, and making it plain”, and would share them with her close friends and family often. She held a special place in her heart for young/teen mothers, and volunteered at local facilities providing training and support for the next phase of their journey. She loved writing Bible songs to help even the youngest to the oldest individual learn the Word of God through song. Her one of a kind laugh was both unforgettable and infectious. But she was most known for her warm heart, sweet spirit, and enthusiastic hunger for knowledge and truth.
On May 12, 2022, at INOVA Fairfax Hospital in Falls Church, Virginia, Diane, at age 63, transitioned to be with the Lord. She is preceded in death by her Husband, Elder Roland H. Smith, Jr., and five siblings. Her legacy will be continued on through her children; LaKisha, Roland III, Tiffany, and Michelle. Six grandchildren, one grand-dog (Nova), three sisters, two brothers, nearly a dozen “MeMa babies”; and a host of family, friends and loved ones.
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Aunt Diane I am going to miss your smile, sweet laugh and seeing your beautiful face that would light up a room. You will always and forever be in my heart. LOVE YOU AUNTIE! To my cousins I’m so sorry for your loss and want you to know I am praying with you and for you all. Love You All. I remember a conversation you and I had Aunt Diane. It was about our family coming together not only then it’s for a sad occasion, but loving and celebrating each other during the good times. I’m sorry we haven’t gotten the opportunity to do this as we need too. You have also shared with me about God has given us a vision/s that we are blessed with & gifts and talents that we need to use in this trying world. God thank you for sharing such a beautiful soul with us! You will ALWAYS be remembered and never forgotten. Rest WELL!
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