Diane Florence (Light) Breslin

Diane Florence (Light) Breslin, 74, passed away February 28, at her home in Ruston. Diane was born in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, on May 21, 1945. She graduated from Derry High School in Derry, Pennsylvania, in 1963, and from Grove City College in Grove City, Pennsylvania, with a BA in Music Education in 1967. She was an active member of the marching band and the Delta Delta Tau sorority. Diane married James Terrence Breslin on September 30, 1967. They were married for 51 years until his passing on December 1, 2018.

Diane was a beautiful pianist and singer who also had an interest in following local politics and sports teams. She loved animals and leaves behind her cherished rescue dog Sillygirl.

She is survived by five children: Emily Russell of Auburn, GA, Christopher Breslin of Sterling, IL, Dennis Breslin of Dacula, GA, Thomas Breslin of Ft. Huachuca, AZ, and Bethany Griffith of Farmerville. Diane also had thirteen grandchildren: Elizabeth, Rhys, Zachary, Derek, Aiden, Cayson, Kile, Tyler, Brooklyn, Reagan, Madison, Ethan, and Emma. She also left behind her brothers, Dale and Harry Light.

Diane is preceded in death by her husband, James, and her younger brother, Brian Light.

A private memorial service will be held in the summer. Any flowers or donations should be sent to Emmanuel Baptist Church in Ruston.

The family would like to thank Mrs. Sherry Sanders of Dubach for her support, guidance, and love in this difficult time. We also send our appreciation and gratitude to Heart of Hospice for their professionalism, compassion, and companionship throughout.