Diana K. Orr

Diana K. Orr, age 79, of Canal Fulton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025. Born on December 21, 1945, in Canton, Ohio, Diana was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend; She is remembered for her warmth and love. Diana dedicated many years of her professional life to serving as a bookkeeper for Anchor Baptist Church, where she was an integral part of the community. Her passion for people was only rivaled by her love for flowers, particularly her favorite, the Lily of the Valley, which brought her great joy.

Diana graduated from West Branch High School, a foundation that set her on a path of lifelong learning and community involvement. Throughout her life, she cherished the connections she made, always finding time to nurture relationships with her family and friends.

She is survived by her daughters, Bonnie (Ron) Deitrick and Paula (Tony) Pellegrene, along with 14 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren, who were a source of immense pride and happiness in her life.

Diana is preceded in death by her loving husband, David L. Orr; her sons, Scott Orr and Dustin (Sarah) Orr; and her parents, Lawrence L. Strong and Hattie B. Strong.

Diana K. Orr’s legacy of love and dedication will continue to resonate within the hearts of all who knew her. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered.

A visitation will be held on October 3, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, followed by a funeral service at 1:00 PM at Paquelet & Arnold-Lynch Funeral Home, located at 1100 Wales Rd NE, Massillon, OH 44646. A graveside service will take place at Forest Hill in Canton at 2:30 PM the same day.

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