Diana Shimkus

Diana Shimkus, 57, of Springfield, died at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 3, 2014 at her home. She was born January 28, 1957 in Springfield to Stanley and Mildred Freligh Shimkus, Sr.

She was preceded in death by her father; one brother; Stanley Shimkus, Jr. and one sister, Linda Suits.

She is survived by her mother, Mildred Shimkus of Springfield; one son, Jason (Fiancé Trista Courtney) Shepherd of Riverton; three grandchildren, Nathan, Gavin and Mackenzie; two sisters, Sharon and Sandy; two brothers, Frank and Carl; Fiancé: Ed Eck and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Diana enjoyed gardening, modeling and loved spending time with her pets.

Visitation: 4:00-6:00 pm Wednesday, April 9, 2014 at Staab Funeral Home.

Funeral Service: 6:00 pm, Wednesday, April 9, 2014 at Staab Funeral Home with Vaughn Beeman officiating.