Diane L. Youngs

Diane Lee Youngs, 76, of Findlay, entered eternal rest on Friday, August 21, 2026, at Bridge Hospice Care Center.

She was born November 19, 1949, in Macon, Georgia, to William and Dorothy (Wolf) Davenport. On June 19, 1971, Diane and Robert Youngs were united in marriage, sharing 55 years together.

After graduating from high school, Diane attended John Brown University and after raising her children, she went back to school at Bowling Green State University, where she earned her bachelor's degree.

Diane was a woman of strong faith and attended Upper Room Church of God. When she was younger, she was involved in the Women’s Aglow ministry and sang in the church choir. Diane was never afraid to share her faith with those around her. She had a kind and caring heart, always showing compassion to those in need, even during her final days.

Diane enjoyed reading, especially her Bible, watching church programs on television, cooking, baking cookies, and painting eggs with her granddaughters. She loved special holidays and milestones and always celebrated them in a big way, creating cherished memories with those she loved.

Those left behind to cherish Diane’s memory are her loving husband Robert; her children, Kirk Youngs, and Jennifer (Emil) Yannelli; grandchildren, Lelaina Yannelli and Lorelai Yannelli; her sister, Becky (John) Parks; sister-in-law, Debra Naylor; nieces, Dawn Strachn, Buffy (Terry) Lewis, and Veronica Parks; nephew, John (Betsy) Parks III; and many great nieces and nephews.

Diane was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Michael Davenport; sister, Cheryl Davenport; and nephew, Steven Parks.

Friends and family may visit from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Friday, August 28, 2026, at HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd., Findlay, (419-422-1500). Diane’s funeral will begin at 1 p.m. following visitation with Pastor Ken McBeath officiating. Interment will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Diane’s name can be made to the family in care of the funeral home.