Diane Faye Canter
December 18, 1957 – November 30, 2022
Diane Faye Canter, 64, of Hyattsville passed away November 30, 2022. She was born December 18, 1957, in District Heights to Howard Roland Sr. and Anna (Bobak) Canter. Diane grew up in West Lanham Hills and graduated from Fairmont Heights High School before attending the University of Maryland. She worked for the University of Maryland as an administrator in the Chemistry Department for 45 years, retiring in June of 2021. Diane was an outgoing, positive person with an infectious laugh. She enjoyed cats, sewing, taking care of others, especially her family members, and decorating for holidays, especially Halloween.
Diane is survived by her son Kyle Koltko, brothers Donald (Beverly), George (Lynne), Howard (Marge) and Gary Canter, and nieces and nephews Adam, Meghan, David, Ryan, Amber, Alex, and Anna. She was preceded in death by her niece Katrina.
Visitation
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- Celebration of Life
Saturday, January 14, 2023
11:00 AM
Interment
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5 Dec 2022
7:30am
Sending prayers and condolences to Diane’s family. Always friendly and outgoing at family get togethers! We know she will be missed by all.
City
Severn
State
MD
5 Dec 2022
9:16pm
I was very sorry to learn of Diane’s death. As an emeritus faculty member of the University of Maryland chemistry department, I have fond memories of working with her.
City
Carroll Valley
State
PA
7 Dec 2022
10:37am
I had the honor to serve with Diane in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Maryland. She was an essential element in its operations. But, most of all, I remember the fun that she generated in others and her wonderful laughter.
City
San Antonio
State
Texas
10 Dec 2022
2:32pm
I was saddened to hear of Diane’s passing. It was a great pleasure to work with her the last 12 years as part of the Chemistry and Biochemistry Graduate Programs. Her knowledge, competence, and good cheer made everything easy.
My condolences to the family.
City
University Park
State
MD
20 Dec 2022
10:45pm
I met Diane when I was a graduate student. She was always such a kind, joyful, and genuine friend to me. I enjoyed our talks about life as proud, working moms and always had a better day after visiting her office. I miss this beautiful woman.
City
Mount Airy
State
MD
13 Dec 2022
5:31am
We are saddened by Diane’s passing. Diane was so kind and helpful to everyone. Her laugh and great sense of humor made it fun to be with her. She cared deeply about the students in the Chem and Biochem Department at UMD and always had their best interests in mind. We will miss her and we send our condolences to her family.
City
College Park
State
MD
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Sending prayers and condolences to Diane’s family. Always friendly and outgoing at family get togethers! We know she will be missed by all.
I was very sorry to learn of Diane’s death. As an emeritus faculty member of the University of Maryland chemistry department, I have fond memories of working with her.
I had the honor to serve with Diane in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Maryland. She was an essential element in its operations. But, most of all, I remember the fun that she generated in others and her wonderful laughter.
I was saddened to hear of Diane’s passing. It was a great pleasure to work with her the last 12 years as part of the Chemistry and Biochemistry Graduate Programs. Her knowledge, competence, and good cheer made everything easy.
My condolences to the family.
I met Diane when I was a graduate student. She was always such a kind, joyful, and genuine friend to me. I enjoyed our talks about life as proud, working moms and always had a better day after visiting her office. I miss this beautiful woman.
We are saddened by Diane’s passing. Diane was so kind and helpful to everyone. Her laugh and great sense of humor made it fun to be with her. She cared deeply about the students in the Chem and Biochem Department at UMD and always had their best interests in mind. We will miss her and we send our condolences to her family.