Diane Mary McAlexander

Diane Mary McAlexander, 79 of Findlay, passed away at 7:58 a.m. Friday, January 23, 2026, at Bridge Hospice Care Center. Diane was born in Wyandot County, May 30, 1946, to the late Herman F. Emerine and Josephine (Armbruster) Emerine.

Diane was married to Neil McAlexander, October 26, 1968, and he survives. Also surviving are a daughter, Pam (Jeff) Osborne of Findlay; two grandchildren, Alec Osborne and Cameron Osborne (Kaylee- fiancé); a sister, Joyce A. Butcher of Findlay; a special niece, Paula (Bob) Fugate; many nieces and nephews; and a sister-in-law, Karen (John) Fitzpatrick.

She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, William F. Emerine, John J. Emerine and Herman F. Emerine Jr.

She was a 1964 graduate of Carey High School. She retired from Blanchard Valley Hospital after working for over 30 years. She was a member of Howard United Methodist Church in Findlay. Diane enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren as well as her sister Joyce. She had many hobbies, including taking trips to Amish country, crocheting, square dancing, watching sprint car racing and camping.

Private family visitation will be at Kirkpatrick-Behnke Funeral Home, 500 Lima Avenue, Findlay, Ohio 45840. Private burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery, Findlay.

Memorials in Diane's name are suggested to Bridge Home Health and Hospice, 15100 Birchaven Lane, Findlay, Ohio 45840 or Howard United Methodist Church, 220 Cherry Street, Findlay, Ohio 45840.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.kirkpatrickbehnke.com.

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Published by The Courier on Jan. 24, 2026.

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James and Pattie Parker

February 5, 2026

Sorry for your loss. Diane was very kind and caring. Always enjoyed talking with her.

Greg Lodge

January 25, 2026

So sorry to hear this about your Mom, Pam. I hope you´re holding everything together. Lost my Dad 2 years ago, and I know how hard it can be. Sympathy to you and your family.

Don and Sharon Sexton

January 25, 2026

Our deepest sympathies to Neil and family. We will cherish all of the card playing, campfires, and fun times camping at Fire Lake. We will miss the Friday night dinner dates. Rest in peace, our friend, love you.

Joyce Sanderson

January 24, 2026

Diane was a dear friend of our cardio drumming ladies. She shared such funny stories with us and we will truly miss her. My heartfelt condolences to
you, Neil, and your family.

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Darrell and Kim Wilcox

January 24, 2026

We had so much fun with Diane whether it was camping and playing cards, running from race track to race track all summer in our motor homes. In later years I have a special memory with Diane, the two of us spending the day at the campground swimming/floating in our rafts and getting sprayed by water by the other campers during an campground event. Wonderful memories! In loving memory in a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

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