CANFIELD - Diane A. Drummond, 83, passed away peacefully late Sunday afternoon, Nov. 22, 2020, at Ivy Woods Manor in North Lima, with her family by her side.

Diane was born Aug. 13, 1937, in Youngstown, and was a daughter of the late John and Catherine Blazek Rago. She was a graduate of East High School and was a lifelong area resident.

She graduated from the Choffin School of Nursing in 1971. Diane had a great passion for nursing and worked as an LPN at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown for over 40 years before retiring.

She enjoyed shopping, going on vacations, visiting casinos, and spending time with her family.

Diane leaves to cherish her memory her son, Albert J. “Al” Drummond, and his former wife, Teresa, the mother of his children; her daughter, Kristine (Kevin) Gibson of Canfield; seven grandchildren, Shaina, Kayleigh, Dominic, Dyana, Bill, Jenna, and Daniel; five great-grandchildren, Owen, Vivienne, Will, Angelo, and Anthony; two brothers, Vince (Sheri) Rago of Austintown and Jay (Kelli) Rago of Austintown; and two sisters, Marie (George) Karas of Struthers and Helen Rago of Austintown. 

Diane’s husband, William A. “Bill” Drummond Sr., whom she married in 1957, passed away Sept. 11, 1994. A son, William A. Drummond Jr., died Jan. 22, 2011.

There will be no calling hours, and private graveside services will take place at a later date at Resurrection Cemetery in Austintown. Please keep Diane and her family in your thoughts and prayers.

Arrangements entrusted to Kinnick Funeral Home in Youngstown.

Diane’s family wishes to express appreciation and thanks to the staff of Ivy Woods Manor, for the kindness shown and care given to Mrs. Drummond during her stay.