a strong supporter and worker for the Democratic Party on many levels, serving as Olmsted County Democratic Party Events coordinator, League of Women Voters board member, and volunteering her time to many individual campaigns. Diane is survived by mother Jean Hellie and brother Jim Hellie of Thief River Falls, sister Susan (Bob) Sanders of Omaha, NE, and nephews Nick, Zach and Justin. Diane was preceded in death by father Ted, numerous uncles, aunts and cousins. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 25, 2018 at Christ United Methodist Church in Rochester. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service Sunday at the church. Memorials may be designated to Christ United Methodist Church. Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Home 5421 Royal Place NW Rochester, MN 55901 www.ranfranzandvinefh.com