Diane Louise Buskirk, 66, passed away unexpectedly on June 3, 2026 at her residence. She was the wife of the late Ronald Edward Buskirk who died Aug. 3, 2023. Diane was born in Bethlehem on October 2, 1959 to the late Stephen and Elaine (Hassler) Milisits. Diane dedicated over 40 years to serving others as a housekeeper in the laundry department at Holy Family Manor, Bethlehem where her compassion and hard work left a lasting impact on residents and staff alike. Her commitment to her work exemplified her nurturing spirit and caring nature.
Survivors: children: Shawn (Giselle) Milisits, Kristy Lynn (Scott) Weasner; sisters: Mary Ann Spirk, Jean Sanchez, Donna Judd; grandchildren: Jasziah, Cora, Olivia, Chloe, Wyatt, Miles, Vangelo. Predeceased by her daughter Nicole Marie Buskirk, Dec. 12, 2017; siblings: Ronald, Keith, Stephen, Kathleen D’Amico, Cheryl Beahn.
Service: Family and friends are invited to her viewing Sunday, June 14, 2026 at the Connell Funeral Home, Inc. 245 East Broad Street, Bethlehem from 1-2:00 p.m. followed by a service at 2pm. The inurnment will be held 11am Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at Holy Saviour Cemetery, Bethlehem.
Condolences can be sent online to: www.connellfuneral.com
Contributions: In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in her memory to the United Way of the Lehigh Valley, 1110 American Parkway Suite F-120, Allentown, PA 18109.