Lorene Diane Ashley Obituary (2023)

Lorene Diane Ashley, a loving daughter, friend, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2023, in Yakima, Washington, at the age of 89, with her family and friends by her side. Diane was born to Bernice Smith, and Loren Moore, on October 2, 1933 in Portland, Oregon, and graduated from Jefferson high School in 1951. Among her many hobbies, Diane loved her time with family and friends, most of all. She was an avid quilter, and enjoyed volunteering her time and talents for various hospital guilds and Special Olympics, as well as hiking, mountaineering, biking, skiing, golfing, and many other outdoor activities. She is survived by her five children, John E. Ashley, Mark D. Ashley, Ronald A. Ashley, Karen D. Langley, and Darryl R. Ashley, and was married to Robert G. Ashley, father of her children for a number of years. Diane is lovingly remembered by 11 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, four great-great grandchildren, her Yakima family, Carole Start, Cheyenne Benge, and their extended family. Diane, Mom, we are so grateful for the many years we had with you, will miss you greatly, and forever cherish our wonderful memories with you. We celebrate your incredible life. Brookside Funeral Home is caring for the family.Memories and condolences may be shared at www.brooksidefuneral.com.