Diana Louise Kosanke

In Loving Memory of Diana Louise Kosanke

June 11, 1951 - February 25, 2025

Diana Louise Kosanke, 73, of Dallas, Oregon, passed away peacefully in her home on February 25, 2025. She was born on June 11, 1951, in Winnemucca, Nevada, to Cecil and Vivian Phipps. Diana later moved to Polk County, Oregon, where she spent much of her life.

Diana was a devoted wife, she was married to Donald Kosanke Jr for 32 wonderful years, she was a mother and had four children: Rebecca Michelle Daily, Shawn Michael Daily, Jodi Janae Brateng, and Paul William Kalpakoff, she loved them dearly.

A graduate of Kennedy High School, Diana also attended some college and spent many years working in retail, where she was known for her warm personality and strong work ethic.

Diana loved animals and had an unwavering devotion to her family. She had a great smile and a fantastic sense of humor, always joking around and bringing joy to those around her. Diana was an avid Nascar fan, and she enjoyed playing Zelda in her free time, often getting lost in the adventure of the game.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Cecil and Vivian Phipps. Diana is survived by her husband, children, and grandchildren: Alex Jordan Weaver, Cody Chad Brateng, Sissy Yvette Brateng, Michael Paul Evan Kalpakoff, Conner Thomas Daily, Keizer David Daily, Taylor D'Janae Kalpakoff, Wade William Ruben Kalpakoff, Tilly Marie Miller, and her great-grandson, Archer William Weaver. She also leaves behind a little boy on the way.

Diana is also survived by her siblings, Roberta, Christine, and Ross, and will be deeply missed by many extended family members and friends.

Diana's loving spirit, humor, and devotion to family will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

Services will be held at Farnstrom Mortuary on Saturday March 15th, 2025 at 1:00 PM with a graveside service to follow at Hilltop Cemetery.