Diane Pearl Vrieze

Diane Pearl Vrieze, 62, of Chatfield passed away in Chatfield on Sunday.

Diane was born December 14, 1953 in Morris, Minnesota to Merton and Lois (Lloyd) Hartman.   She graduated from Kenyon High School in 1972.   She went on to graduate with a degree as a medical secretary.

She worked at Mayo Clinic as a study assistant for cardiovascular research.  She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary, Sassy Quilters, and a volunteer for Bundles of Love.  She loved taking care of her flowers, quilting, and looking after her neighborhood kids.  Diane also enjoyed spending time with her granddaughter Cailyn.

Diane is lovingly remembered by her son Bradley Vrieze (Elizabeth Sanders) of Fountain;  granddaughter Cailyn Vrieze of Brookings, South Dakota;  and sister Rose Sorgatz (Mark Noble) of West Concord;  Her special friend Tom Hammell of Chatfield also survives.

She is preceded in death by her parents.

A Memorial Service for Diane will be held 11:00 AM Thursday at Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield with Rev. Arlen Lloyd officiating.    A time of visitation and sharing will be held Wednesday evening from 5:00 PM -7:00 PM at Riley Funeral Home and continue one hour prior to service on Thursday.  A family committal service will be held at the Vernon Center Cemetery on Friday at 10:00 AM.

Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield is assisting the family with arrangements.   To share a condolence with the family, please visit rileyfuneralhomes.com.