In Memory of Diane F. Alborn



Diane F. Alborn
Diane F. Alborn
Born: August 11, 1943
Died: May 13, 2016
Age: 72
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Diane F. Alborn
August 11, 1943 - May 13, 2016
From: Ida Grove, IA
Diane F. Alborn, age 72, of Ida Grove, Iowa passed away on Friday, May 13, 2016 at the University of Nebraska Medical Center of Omaha, Nebraska.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at the First United Methodist Church of Ida Grove, Iowa. Pastor Shari O’Bannon and Rev. Kevin J. Freese will officiate. Committal Services will follow in the Ida Grove Cemetery of Ida Grove, Iowa. A visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 17, 2016, at the Christensen-Van Houten Funeral Home, of Ida Grove, Iowa. The Christensen - Van Houten Funeral Home of Ida Grove, Iowa is in charge of the funeral arrangements. Condolences may be sent online to www.christensenvanhouten.com

Diane Faye Alborn was born on August 11, 1943, to Richard and Doris (Hendrickson) Klaver. She was later adopted by Bernard Klaver. Growing up in Kamrar, Iowa, Diane graduated from Blairsburg High School with the class of 1962. After high school Diane continued her education with two years of Personal Training in Omaha, Nebraska.

Diane settled in Odebolt, Iowa, in 1969 with her family. They relocated to Ida Grove, Iowa in 1979. She was employed at Penny’s Studio in Ida Grove before going to work for the City of Ida Grove. On December 28, 1985, she entered into marriage with Robert Joel Alborn at home in Ida Grove. After 34 years of service to the city, she retired in 2007.

Active in her community, Diane was a faithful member of the Westminster Presbyterian Church. She served as a past president of the Jayceette’s Club. She belonged to Kiwanis, Chamber of Commerce, and the Toastmaster’s Club. She helped with Simpco, Ida County Economic Development and setting up the Dollars for Scholars programs with Whitey Thompson. Diane enjoyed taking care of her flowers, tending her vegetable garden, cooking and being a gracious hostess while entertaining in her home. She treasured spending time with her family, friends and neighbors.

Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Robert J. “Bob” Alborn of Ida Grove, Iowa; children, Kurt Campbell of Yankton, South Dakota, Kasandra (Larry) Johnk of Ida Grove, Iowa, Kristopher (Becky) Campbell of Sioux City, Iowa, Stephen (Julie) Campbell of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Tamara (Glen) Scholton of Hull, Iowa, Roberta (Kevin) Massmann of Paulina, Iowa, and Rebecca (Keith) Enger of Sanborn, Iowa; twenty three grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren; sisters, Pamela Sheehan of Des Moines, Iowa, Carmen Klaver of Waukee, Iowa, and Gretchen (Don) Bailey of Waukee, Iowa; and numerous extended family and friends.

Diane was preceded in death by her parents, Richard, Bernard and Doris Klaver and three grandsons.


SERVICES

10:30 a.m., Wednesday
May 18, 2016
First United Methodist Church
Ida Grove, Iowa

OFFICIATING

Pastor Shari O'Bannon
& Rev. Kevin J. Freese

VISITATION

5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 17, 2016
Christensen - Van Houten
Funeral Home
Ida Grove, Iowa

MUSIC

Geraldine Dankert, Organist
Trisha Hoffman, Vocalist

Congregational Hymn:
"Just a Closer Walk With Thee"

Vocal Selection:
"Angels Among Us"

INTERMENT

Ida Grove Cemetery
Ida Grove, Iowa


Condolences


Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at 6:16 PM
“Bob: I am so sorry to hear of Diane's passing. I oftentimes think of years ago and the friendships we all developed at the City Clerks meetings. RIP Diane. Bob, you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Vicky Boyington Wilson , Clarion, Iowa
”
- vicky boyington wilson
Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at 7:37 PM
“Bob,
I always loved spending time with you and Diane. There was always laughter and good times where ever the two of you were. I will cherish the times that we shared at IMFOA and in Ames. Both of you are very special people. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. ”
- Doreen Mowery
Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at 12:32 PM
“My sincerest sympathies to all of Diane's family. I met Diane & Bob years ago at meetings of City Clerks and grew to know them as a fun loving couple, always friendly and happy. I've always remembered them with fondness. For Bob and the family, keep those memories close to your heart, as they will connect you with her spirit. RIP Diane.”
- Robert Allen
Tuesday, May 17, 2016 at 4:40 PM
“Bob,

I was so very sorry to hear about Diane's passing. My very deepest sympathy for your loss.

Sending thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Kay”
- Kay Cmelik
Tuesday, May 17, 2016 at 4:40 PM
“Sending our sincere sympathies during this difficult time. Cherish the memories and good time.”
- Dale& Cindy Hinrickson
Tuesday, May 17, 2016 at 9:32 AM
“I am sorry for your loss. I remember calling Diane when she was employed by the City of Ida Grove with questions and she was always very knowledgeable and helpful. ”
- Marlo Schoer
Monday, May 16, 2016 at 9:42 PM
“Bob & I have been friends since childhood. When Bob & Diane married, she fit rite in & we loved her. We will miss her friendship, good humor & her exceptionally good cooking. RIP”
- Rich & Glynda Cone
Monday, May 16, 2016 at 9:42 PM
“I have nothing but wonderful memories of my time around diane. Everytime I would come around her, she would try and feed me! 😆 I most recently saw her and bob at Caseys in correctionville... where her and bob stayed for almost an hour visiting with me asking me all about my family and kids and offering me little bits of wisdom regarding patience and faith... thank you so much for those moments, I will treasure them all the more now! ”
- Jen Gaskins
Monday, May 16, 2016 at 9:42 PM
“To the family of Diane Alborn: I am so sorry for your loss. Diane's sense of humor will be missed. She was such a fun lady. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.”
- Valarie Wonder
Monday, May 16, 2016 at 2:07 PM
“Diane and her friends took me under their wing at Municipal Clerk's Institute at Iowa State. Her knowledge was invaluable to many other city clerks. It didn't matter if you talked to her yesterday or a year ago you could call her up and she made you feel like there had been no time at all. She was that kind of friend.
When she and Bob entertained you in their home you felt so special but never like you were any trouble. We will miss her very much.”
- Deb Lohrer
Monday, May 16, 2016 at 9:24 AM
“Diane was an amazing lady. I enjoyed working with her at the City Clerk's office and continuing our friendship after I moved on to a full time job elsewhere. Her annual phone calls on my birthday were the best.... she could always put a smile on my face and I enjoyed visiting with her a couple weeks ago when our paths crossed.... She will be dearly missed by so many! Keeping her family & friends in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time!!”
- Wylene Wessel
Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 8:49 PM
“The first time I met Diane was when we started the Jaycee-Jaycettes club in Ida Grove and then when she was city clerk and neighbor on Taylor Street Our symbathy to her family and friends We had some good times with her and Bob RIP Diane”
- Wayne and Ina Mae Bliesmann
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