Diane Marie Tabaka Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Diane Tabaka RACINE—Diane Marie (nee: Crabtree) Tabaka, 58, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 15, 2015. Diane was born on July 26, 1956 to the Charles and Betty Jean Crabtree in Crystal Lake, Illinois. She was united in marriage to Kenneth Tabaka on September 14, 1973. Diane enjoyed crafting, specifically crocheting and making pot holders. She collected chickens and listened to country music. Diane loved her family, and was devoted to her husband, children, and grandchildren. She adored her dog, Asa, who she considered a major part of the family. Diane may have lived a simple life, but she lived it with love and compassion. Diane will be dearly missed by her husband, Kenneth; her daughter, Jennifer (Michael Welch) Tabaka; her mother, Betty Jean Crabtree; sister, Kathy Rannow; brothers, Bob, Chuck, and Michael Crabtree; and mother-in-law, Joyce Tabaka. Diane also leaves behind many loving nieces and nephews. Diane was preceded in death by her sons, Christopher Crabtree and Robert Tabaka; and her father Charles Crabtree. Funeral services for Diane will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2015 at 1 PM at the funeral home. Relatives and friends may meet with the family from 12 PM until the time of service at 1 PM. Private interment will follow on a different date. Memorials in honor of Diane may be directed to her family.

Diane Marie Tabaka

July 26, 1956 - June 15, 2015