Dianna G. Reale

Obituary
Dianna Gaylor Reale passed away unexpectedly on May 8th, 2022, in her home in Palmer, MA. Dianna was born in Newport, VT and raised in Springfield, MA. She was the daughter of the late Patricia and Frederick Gaylor. She was predeceased by the love of her life, David B. Reale. She is survived by her daughter Kristina Reale of Palmer, MA and her son and daughter-in-law David and Jennifer Reale of Southwick, MA, and her grandson Dominic. Dianna is also survived by her twin sister, with whom she always shared a special bond, Donna Tarsa and her husband Raymond of Ludlow, MA; and her older brother Frederick Gaylor, Jr. and his wife Margaret of Feeding Hills, MA; as well as her niece and nephews, Deborah, Matthew, Philip, Joseph, and Jeffrey. Dianna’s favorite thing was spending time with her grandson Dominic and sharing in his love for Mickey Mouse. She always had a soft spot for pets, especially her cats, and enjoyed watching old movies. As stated in her favorite movie, The Bells of St. Mary, “where there is love, there is understanding”. While Dianna will be missed deeply, the family finds solace in the fact that she is reunited with the love of her life. Visiting hours will be held Tuesday from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM at Toomey O’Brien Funeral Home in West Springfield, MA, to be followed by a memorial service at 11:30 AM. Flowers and/or memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society in the name of Dianna and David Reale are equally appreciated.


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