March 2, 1956 – November 17, 2024
Diane L Paul, formerly of Groton, CT, beloved sister, mother, grandmother and aunt, passed away at the age of 68 in the loving care of her devoted daughter Misty and her sister Kathleen.
She was predeceased by her parents Eleanor and William Horelick, her brothers William Horelick Jr, Frederick Horelick, and her daughter Tammy Paul.
Diane was known for her kind and gentle spirit, her infectious laughter and her unwavering love for her family. She was especially devoted to her grandchildren that brought her immense joy, especially Samantha, whom she raised with tender care. She often entertained them with games of parcheesi or challenged them to a puzzle.
She cherished sharing good times with those she cared about. She was a terrific cook and enjoyed preparing delicious meals for her family. She and her life-long friend, Lil, shared a bond of friendship that spanned over 40 years. They delighted in a good laugh or a friendly game of Ten Pennies.
Diane will be deeply missed by her loving family and friends. She leaves behind her sister Kathleen Horelick Stanford, her children Arthur Paul III and his wife Hally, Michelle Paul, Misty Paul and Madalyn Paul Zagarenski from her marriage to Arthur Paul Jr. She is also survived by her grandchildren Daniel Paul and his wife Alexis, Samantha Mabile and her husband John, Alexis Suplita and her husband Tanner, Sean Cirrito, Blake Zagarenski and her nieces and nephews.
Diane’s family appreciates the care and support from the Center for Hospice Care Southeast Connecticut and Abbey Cremation Service.
Funeral services will be held later, details to follow.
In lieu of flowers, Diane’s family encourages you to visit PlantMemorialTree.com and consider planting a tree in Diane’s honor.
Diane was a kind spirit who treated everyone like family. I will miss her distinctive laugh, sense of humor and joy in re-telling old stories about the good times we shared with her brother Fred in Groton and in Houston. Diane is at peace. I believe she now serves as a guardian angel for everyone whose lives she touched.