Daine Louise Ford

March 31, 1967 - February 23, 2021

Ford – Diane Louise Ford age 53, of Starke, Florida passed away on February 23, 2021 at San Jose Health and Rehabilitation. She was born in Syracuse, New York on March 31, 1967 to Edward Ford and Patricia Brice Ford. Diane attended North Syracuse High school, and later worked as a janitor in the same school system. In 2001, Diane relocated to Jacksonville, Fl for a short time until finding her forever home in Starke, FL where she has resided for the past 18 years. Diane met the love of her life, John Kerley and together they spent 21 beautiful years together. She enjoyed traveling to St. Augustine where she loved spending time on St. George Street. Diane loved being a mother to her four fur babies Jackson, Lola, Snoopy, and Angel. More than anything, Diane loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them especially her granddaughter, Delilah. She is preceded in death by her father. Diane is survived by her mother, Patricia Ford of Starke, FL; her daughter, Tricia (Cody) Gillyard of Starke, FL; her fiancé; John Kerley of Starke, FL; her brother, David (Belinda) Ford of Bridgeport, NY; her sisters, Darlene (Chris) Bean of Parish, NY, and Melissa “Missy” (Roger) of Central Square, NY; and her granddaughter, Delilah. Arrangements are under the care and direction of V. Todd Ferreira Funeral Services and Archie Tanner Memorial Chapel, Starke, Fl. 904-964-5757.