Diane Bullard

Diane Bullard, age 73 of Fairborn, passed away November 26, 2022, at Hospice of Dayton, surrounded by her loving family. Diane the daughter of Ralph Davis Malmstrom and Della Lee (Shepherd) Bortner was born February 16, 1949, in Boston, Massachusetts.

Diane was a devoted wife, caring mother, invaluable sibling, and friend to many. Diane, a perpetual student of the arts, enjoyed singing, painting, and live music. Diane was happiest when surrounded by family and friends. Among their many past-times, Diane and Kenneth were known for performing songs at local nursing homes and at Young’s Jersey Dairy. In addition, she volunteered with Carriage Hill where she pursued her passion. Diane and Kenneth J. were blessed to share a long and dedicated marriage of which followed the creation of lasting family.

Diane is preceded in death by her parents, Ralph D. Malmstrom; Della L. Bortner; husband, Kenneth J. Bullard; niece, Michelle Malmstrom;

Diane is survived by her three children, Kenneth “James” Bullard II; Daniel Christian Bullard; Joshua Kain Bullard; grandchildren, Aaron; Chelsea; Andrew; Kyle; Eowyn; great-grandchildren, Evelyn; siblings, Robert (Connie) Malmstrom; Rebecca (Dave) Evans; aunt, Ella Sorlie of Terre-Haute, IN; niece, Kira Kristensen; nephews, Brian Hudson; Jason Hudson; David Johnson; great-niece, Shay Kristensen; and beloved pet, Gracie.

A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held at a later date. Condolences may be made to the family at www.beltonstroup.com Arrangements in care of Belton-Stroup Funeral Home, Fairborn, OH.