Diane Nauman

Diane Mae Nauman passed away in Cheyenne, Wyo., on May 17, 2022, at age 79.

Diane, born Jan. 18, 1943, in Dayton, Ohio, is survived by her son Nicholas Neylon (Melissa), grandchildren Ryan (Kimberly), Zachary (Erica) and Clare Neylon  and great-grandchildren Aiden, Nate, Aubrie, Ian and Brexley Neylon; son Brendan Neylon (Paula) and grandchildren Shawn Reinarz (Kristin) and Kelly Ray Reinarz (Nevi); and son Justin Neylon (Teri) and grandchildren Sarah and Nicholas Barnett and Sean Neylon; stepdaughter Christine Miller (Andrew Aldred) and grandson Alex Miller; and stepson Scott Nauman (Carol) and grandson Reid Nauman.

Diane was preceded in death by her best friend and husband of 33 years, David Nauman, parents Lynn and Berneice (Mort) Reinhardt and brother Bruce Reinhardt.

Diane was a proud graduate of the University of Dayton and Cardinal Stritch University.

She spent the bulk of her nearly 30-year teaching career in the English department at Grafton High School and was proud of the positive impact she left on so many students, working hard to maintain relationships with many over the years. Many students have testified to the importance of Diane in their lives both during and after their time in school.

She enjoyed spending time with Grendel, Beowulf, Eve, Marma and Coco, vacations with David, bird watching in her backyard, visiting casinos and obsessing over Drew Brees, Denzel Washington and Jake Tapper and his dog Winston.

Diane was an ardent horseracing fan who placed many losing bets on Triple Crown races, and was a huge admirer of Jimmy Carter. She was an avid reader and never missed watching “Jeopardy” and playing the lottery.

Diane is also survived by and preceded in death by a large group of loyal friends with whom she enjoyed spending time. Before a recent decline in her health, her lunch calendar was never empty.

Diane was a supporter of the Washington County Humane Society, and the family wishes memorial contributions to be made there: Washington County Humane Society, 3650 State Rd. 60, Slinger, WI 53086.

Nick, Brendan and Justin will be at the Milwaukee Ale House in Grafton from 6 to at least 9 p.m. on Friday, May 27, and would love to visit and share remembrances of Diane with those who are able to join them.