Diane Vinink Galdieri Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Diane Vinink Galdieri passed away on Saturday, June 19th, 2021, in her home in Chester, MD as peacefully and gracefully as she lived her life. By her side, her loving husband and best friend of 58 years. Diane was born on August 28th, 1946, in Scranton, PA to the late Edward Francis and Margaret Kippicash Vinink. Beloved wife of John (Jack) Galdieri for 54 years and devoted mother of John Galdieri (Cristina), Kristen Bonavilla (Dr. Joseph), and Michael Galdieri (Diana). She is survived by ten Grandchildren: Joseph, Gracie, Edward, Jacqueline, Nicholas, Michael, Diana, Vera, Cora, and Margaret. She was preceded by her brother Edward Joseph Vinink. Diane was a devout Catholic who attended mass at St. Joseph the Worker in Orefield, Pennsylvania, St. Christopher’s of Kent Island Catholic Church and St. Leo the Great Catholic Church in Bonita Springs, Florida. In Diane’s youth she was a Pennsylvania state champion baton twirler. She maintained her passion for two decades coaching the band front and competitive baton twirling squads, positively influencing hundreds of young women and leading them to multiple championships. Diane was eternally selfless as the consummate mother to her three children and ten grandchildren filling their lives with abundant love. Jack and Diane were two American kids, high school sweethearts, who lived out Diane’s dream life enjoying summers on the Chesapeake Bay and winters in Bonita Springs, Florida. Her perfect day was sitting on her back porch surrounded by family and friends watching the sunset. Diane lived with such grace and love. She possessed positive energy that was magnetic and a beautiful smile that was contagious. She was the center of her family's universe and all who were in her presence were warmed by the peace and goodness that she radiated. The heavens are blessed with a beautiful new angel, and her spirit will eternally be alive in all of her loved ones. The family will be hosting a celebration of life in Maryland and Pennsylvania in July. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to St. Christopher’s of Kent Island Catholic Church, 1861 Harbor Drive, Chester MD 21619.

Diane Vinink Galdieri

August 28, 1946 - June 19, 2021