11/10/1946 – 9/23/2025
Lawrence
Diana Jean Myers (née Rissman), age 78, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025, in Meriden, Kansas. Born on November 10, 1946, in Lawrence, Kansas, Diana led a life marked by dedication to her family and community.
She graduated from Lawrence High School and attended Emporia State University. Diana began her professional career at Douglas County Bank before discovering her passion for working with children. As a school secretary for USD 497, she served at New York Elementary and Riverside Elementary Schools, where she built lasting connections with students and staff.
Diana’s entrepreneurial spirit led her to open the Before and After Children’s and Maternity Clothing store. Later, she and her husband Jim owned and operated Myers Retail Liquor store for over twenty years, a venture that reflected their strong partnership. Even in retirement, Diana remained active in her community, working as a bus monitor for First Student and continuing to find joy in supporting children.
She is lovingly remembered by her husband Jim; daughter Amy and son-in-law Patrick; her grandchildren, who affectionately called her Gigi; her beloved sister Linda; nephew Christian and wife Cindy; niece Danielle and husband Rob; and brother-in-law Benton. Diana also cherished lifelong friendships with Norma, Judy, Sammi, Mary Ann, Candy, Kathy, Cathi, and Sherry. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jim and Lois Rissman; her cherished sister Dorothy; and dear friends Carolyn and Bob.
Diana was a proud member of the Beta Sigma Phi Social Sorority and the Douglas County Master Gardeners. Her love for animals was evident throughout her life, especially in her care for her dog Abby.
A memorial service celebrating Diana’s life will be held with family and friends at the Depot in North Lawrence on November 7, 2025, at 5 pm. Donations in her honor may be made to the Lawrence Humane Society or Cottonwood Inc.
May the memory of Diana Jean Myers bring comfort to all who knew and loved her.
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