Dianna Lynn Vayda age 68, passed away peacefully at her home on January 15th 2026 in Inverness FL surrounded by love. She was deeply loved and will be profoundly missed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dian was a devoted wife to Bob and a loving mother and grandmother. Family was the center of her life, and she gave of herself generously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
She especially loved cooking for those she cared about, finding joy in bringing people together around food. She also shared a special bond with her beloved dog, Sassy, who was a constant source of comfort and companionship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dian is survived by her husband, Bob Vayda of Inverness, Florida; her son, Shawn Vayda; her daughter-in-law, Christine Vayda and her grandchildren Justin and Kaylee Vayda of Strafford, New Hampshire. Also survived by her brother and sister, Eugene Moss of Wilson, OK and Gale Caldwell of Lone Oak, AR<\/p>\n\n\n\n
She was reunited in heaven with her beloved son, Jerry Vayda, and her father.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dian\u2019s memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Chas. E. Davis Funeral Home is in charge of cremation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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