passed into heaven , Friday, December 9, 2022
at Lakeside Hospital in Omaha after a lengthy illness.
Diane was born May 7, 1943 in Omaha, Nebraska to Don and Regina 'Raabe' Schroeder. Diane spent many years as a hairdresser in Fremont. She loved the Nebraska Cornhuskers, traveling when she was able, seeing her loved ones, playing on her iPad, reading her Amish books and the Bible. She loved sharing her love of Jesus with everyone around her and showing them the wonderful impact He's had in her life. Her smile and sense of humor brought happiness to those around her. She was always feisty, stubborn, blunt, but always loving, kind and caring. She cared more about the people around her, than herself, and gave everything she could and more to those who needed it.
She leaves behind her husband James Leland Sr. of Fremont, son James Leland Jr. of Lincoln, grandchildren Victoria (Chad) Leland-Greenfield of Fremont, James (Savannah) Leland III of Fremont, Courtney (Cody) Johnson of Sioux City, and Jordan Leland of Lincoln. Great grandchildren Bailey, Laiken, Sienna, Lyla and Joey. Brothers Steve (Lonna) Schroeder of Norfolk and Joel (Kathy) Schroeder of Lake Placid, FL., many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and cousins. She was loved dearly by all of her family and many close friends.
Diane was preceded in death by her parents.
The funeral will be 10:30am, Friday, December 16, 2022 at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel in Fremont. Visitation will be Thursday from 3pm to 8pm with the family present from 6pm to 8pm at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel in Fremont. Memorials suggested to her favorite charity the Open Door Mission which she was very passionate about and this time of year all help is especially needed.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(3)
James L Leland Jr
Lincoln, NE Sunday, August 6, 2023 Mom,It’s been 10 months since you went on to Jesus. I couldn’t bring myself to this page until now, for lack of the reality that you’re gone.
But I know where you are.
What a day it will be when I hold you in my arms again.
There have been many tears. Of regret, and of joy.
All you taught me is not lost. I love God with all my heart and serve Him with all I am.
Just like you.
I can never walk in His ways as He did. And I am a poor reflection of you. But I want you to know that at your service; I told Dad that I love him too.
Godspeed mother. There will never be another like you.
Pastor Mike Vincent
Norfolk, NE Thursday, December 15, 2022 We are so sorry for your loss, but giving praise to God for her eternal life through Jesus. May God grant you His peace, hope and rest in these days.Sandra Strayer Fouts
Lakewood, CO Thursday, December 15, 2022 Jimmy,Victoria, and Chad,I wish I could be there to comfort you as you grieve. I’m holding you in my heart.
As you know Di meant so very much to me. She loved me from the moment we met and I loved her. She was a confidant, a mother, a sister, an aunt, and a true earthly friend to me but most importantly a christian mentor.
The adventures we shared together and the life changing events we experienced only made our friendship all the stronger. The miles didn't stop or change this special friendship that God gifted us. One of my most favorite things to do to her was to show up unexpectedly out of nowhere. I hold dearly those special moments between us. It was a joy I saw from her that would have melt anyones heart.
I will miss her beyond belief! But I know I will see her again and then it will be me who will be the one shocked and full of tears. I am a phone call away if ever you need me. With all my love and sympathy.
Sandey
1 Thessalonians 4:13-14