Dianne Swannack Myers

Dianne Swannack Myers, 80, of Easton, Maryland, passed away on August 11, 2026, just days before her 81st birthday. Born August 24, 1945, in Modesto, California, Dianne was the daughter of Billie Jo (née Cox) and Guy Swannack, who served as a Lt. Col. in the U.S. Army. Her father’s military service took the family to many places during her childhood, including Hawaii, Arizona, Japan, Colorado, Pennsylvania, and France, where she attended high school. She earned a BS in Education from Eastern Kentucky University and later pursued graduate studies in reading at New Mexico State University. Dianne built a remarkable career in the technology industry. She began at Digital Equipment Corporation as a software librarian before moving into sales, where she became a highly successful, award-winning performer serving customers within the intelligence community. She later continued her career with Sun Microsystems and other technology companies. Those who knew Dianne will remember her most for her kindness, compassion, beautiful smile, infectious laugh, and extraordinary gift for listening. She brought an unmistakable energy and enthusiasm to life and embraced it fully, with curiosity, humor, and a genuine joy in the people and experiences around her. She had a rare ability to make people feel seen and understood, encouraging them to recognize the best in themselves. Her care for others extended through her faith, her service to women in need, and her quiet support of people facing difficult circumstances. Dianne shared nearly 23 years of marriage with her husband, Jerry. Their life together was filled with travel, adventure, and many wonderful memories, including trips throughout Europe and years exploring the country by RV. Jerry loved Dianne deeply, and when cancer changed the course of their lives, that love was expressed through years of steadfast care and devotion. He walked beside her through the difficult days, cared for her when she needed him most, and remained an important source of strength and companionship throughout her illness. Dianne enjoyed golf, antiques, animals, and time with friends, especially “The Golfing Girls”. She also shared an especially close bond with her sister, Susie. The two spoke nearly every day, sharing the ordinary moments of life as well as the important ones, and their relationship remained a constant throughout the years. Above all, Dianne loved her family. She was its heart and center, the person who brought everyone together and whose energy, laughter, and love filled every gathering. Her grandchildren knew her lovingly as Pooka, a name she cherished. Dianne is survived by her husband, Jerry Myers; her children, Teresa Whalen Ronaghan (Tim), Lawrence Whalen Jr. (DeAnna, née Friedrich), and Sean Whalen (Jodi, née Buckingham); her stepdaughters, Rachel Myers Whitacre (Jerry) and Beth Myers Croney (Scott); her grandchildren, Kaitlyn Ronaghan, Kelsey Ronaghan, Conor Whalen, and Pearse Whalen; her step-grandchildren; her beloved sister, Susan Swannack; and her nieces, nephews, and extended family. She was preceded in death by her parents and her siblings, Darrell Swannack and Cheryl Swannack. A Celebration of Life will be held on September 27th in Easton, Maryland, with details to be shared directly with family and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Dianne’s honor to the Alpha Pregnancy Center in Reisterstown, Maryland, where she volunteered for many years supporting women and families in need. Alpha Pregnancy Center

Dianne Swannack Myers

August 24, 1945 - August 11, 2026