Dianne Kay Artz Obituary
We bid farewell to Dianne Kay Artz of West Covina, California, born in San Jose, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 30, 2024 at the age of 87. Dianne touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her former husband Bill Artz; her husband Donn Storslee; her parents, Merle Smith and Iva Smith; and her sister Jeanette Wimmer.
She is survived by: her children, Derek Artz (Millie) of Pasco, WA, Debbie Harris (Bill) of Henderson, NV and David Artz of Chattanooga, TN; her daughter-in-law Shonda Artz; her grandchildren, Jessica Collins (Scott), Jaclyn Harris (Jeff Tessner), Ryan Harris (Rachel), Jace Harris, Krista DeJong (Jared), Brandon Artz (Cristal), Lauren Dodson (Damien) and Alex Artz (Chloe); her great grandchildren, Jude, Adelynn, Lincoln, Hendrik, Renier, Summer, Brynlie, Taylie, Rylie, Elaina, Hannah, Olivia, Aaliyah and Gianna; and her siblings, Daun Smith (Millie) and Junelle Grizzle (Glenn). She is also survived by nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Viewing was held on Wednesday, November 13th 2024 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Smith Funeral Home (528 S 8th St, Sunnyside, WA 98944). A funeral service was held on Thursday, November 14th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Mabton Grace Brethren Church (428 B St, Mabton, WA 98935). A burial was held on Thursday, November 14th 2024 at the Mabton Cemetery (950 Vance Rd, Mabton, WA 98935).
