Diane Joyce McGee

diane mcgee

June 30, 1938 ~ May 27, 2023

Born in: Oakland, California
Resided in: Livermore, California

Diane Joyce McGee passed away peacefully on May 27, 2023, one month shy of her 85th birthday. Diane was born in  Oakland, California on June 30, 1938 to Joaquin and Marie Cordoba.

Diane grew up in San Leandro, California, where she attended St Leanders school, Bishop O’Dowd and graduated from San Leandro High. She moved to Southern California for several years and then returned to the Bay Area.

She met her husband of 42 years, Robert “Poppers” McGee, while working together at JCPenney Distribution Center in Hayward, California. Their blended family consists of 5 children, 8 grandchildren and 9.5 great-grandchildren.

Diane loved spending time with her family, whether it be at a celebration or watching one of her grandchildren/great-grandchildren’s sporting events. Diane and Poppers did some traveling across the country to visit friends and family. Her family meant the world to her. One of her dreams was to be a race car driver. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Services

Memorial Mass: June 15, 2023 10:00 am

Room: Church

St. Leanders Catholic Church
550 W Estudillo Ave.
San Leandro, CA 94577


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  1. Mom, I will cherish the memories that we created. Until we meet again in the next realm…💜 Dar xoxo

  2. Gramma, you are already so severely missed. I hope that wherever you are, you’re with your family again. I love you so much.

  3. CandleMy dearest Diane,
    I’ve been subconsciously delaying writing my thoughts because I am still in shock/destroyed by the news of your sudden departure.
    I mean, where do I even start??!?!
    You were an angel on earth, and now you’ve returned home to the heavens;
    My fondest and most cherished memories are those we spent with you and the family. Whether it was playing cards on a Friday night with you and Bobby McGee (or McGoo as mom liked to call you…*wink*), or hanging in front of your garage admiring Bobbys’ new (“old”) chopper. You gave me a shoulder to cry on when my new Bike was stolen by Gomes Elementary. You welcomed me into your home when Fabian and I moved back to Cali from Florida. You threw me a beautiful birthday party and treated my then girlfriend as one of the family as well. So many beautiful memories and great times!
    There are numerous and varied stories like this which, ultimately, has turned me into the man I have become today. Your guidance and wisdom guided me along – towards the “righteous” way… I consider you very much my mom as well.
    I am very sad you’ve left us – but I know you’re in good company up in the heavens. Please take care of each other (I’m sure you Bobby, Mom, Lito & Lita are playing some mean hands of “Rummy!” – Litas’ favorite); and I know you will all be watching over all of us.
    Dar & Tasha, I know how close you all were with Mom/Grandma – I am at a loss of words to help you find comfort – as I myself am lost too. I am with you all in thought and prayer – and I pray you find the strength to face the future.

    With all the love in my heart; I am truly and eternally sorry for your loss.

    Sergio


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