Diane C. Pinette

Diane was born October 25th, 1952 in Trenton, New Jersey to B. Joseph and Evelyn F. Kelly of Mystic, CT, who preceded her in death.

Diane graduated from Robert E. Fitch High School in Groton, CT and attended Three Rivers Community College in Norwich, CT. She was previously a league bowler at Norwich Ten Pin, a previous member of the Southeastern CT Mustang Club, a member of VFW Post 10004, and an avid bingo and card player. She worked in finance at Mohegan Sun before retirement. Diane lived in Canterbury, CT before moving to Taftville, CT.

Diane was predeceased by her husband Edgar R. Niddrie (1996), and second husband Lawrence J. Pinette (2011).

Diane is survived by her children: Sean G. Niddrie Sr. (wife Kelly A.) of Gladstone, VA; Mehgan K. Sims (husband Andrew) of Bremerton, WA; Kelly M. Minzy (husband Lucas) of Lisbon, CT; grandchildren Sean Niddrie Jr., Trevor Niddrie, Briana Niddrie, Andrick Sims, Maverick Sims, brother Gregory Kelly of Groton, CT, many nieces and nephews, and best friend of 50+ years Mary Montoya of Chula Vista, CA.

Services for Diane will be held on Friday, November 5th 4p-7p at Church and Allen Funeral Home Norwich, CT. Catholic burial will be Saturday, November 6th 10a at St. Joseph's Cemetery Norwich, CT followed by a Celebration of Life at the American Legion Post 112 Montville, CT.