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Diane K. Mascia

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February 7, 1969 ~ January 12, 2021

Born in: Tarrytown, NY
Resided in: Centereach, NY

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It is with heavy hearts that the Hannigan and Mascia families announce the unexpected passing of Diane (Dee Dee) Katharyne Mascia on Jan 12 at Stony Brook University Hospital in NY. She was surrounded by her loving family, and was honored with a moment of silence by the medical staff as she made the gift of organ donation. Dee Dee will live on as a hero to the recipients and in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.

Dee Dee was the loving daughter of Carol (Roger) Hannigan and the late Frank (Sandra) Mascia. She is survived by sister, Mary Katharyne Rizzo; brothers Rick (Beth) Mascia and TJ (Molly) Mascia; adoring nieces: Katharyne, Megan, Sofia, Emerson and Blythe, nephew Owen, and many loving aunts, uncles and cousins; long time partner, Anthony Forte and his extended family, who loved her as their own.

Her bright smile and infectious laugh were immediate and constant. This endeared her to the many people she encountered while growing up in Pittsburgh, graduating from Peters Township High School, NC State University and working as a Flight Attendant with American Airlines.  Dee Dee spent almost 30 years with American, based in BOS, SFO, JFK and most recently, CLT. She enjoyed connecting with her fellow crew members, passengers and the occasional celebrity, including her idol Cher, whom she met on her very first flight.

Dee Dee had a tender heart for animals, especially her beloved canine companion, Mushy.  She was quick to laugh, even if it was at her own expense when cleaning up after one of her frequent mishaps with coffee or wine.  Her knack for remembering all the words to countless songs in almost any genre, due to her love of music and concerts, delighted those around her.  Whether in the air or on the ground, her lively spirit will be missed dearly.  A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in Greensboro, NC. Memorial donations may be made to The American Heart Association (heart.org) or Live On NY (liveonny.org), a non profit organization for organ and tissue donation.

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Visitation: Saturday, February 6, 2021 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Branch Funeral Home of Miller Place
551 Route 25A
MILLER PLACE, NY 11764

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The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Diane K. Mascia 's name.

Live On NY

49 W 45th Street 7th Floor
New York, NY
212-398-6565
https://www.liveonny.org/donate/donation/

American Heart Association


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https://www2.heart.org/site/SPageNavigator/donatenow_heart.html?s_src=123DR

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  2. Oh Diane, I just can’t believe it! I miss that laugh and smile and fun that surrounded you! You made everyone feel as though they were truly special! Uou will be missed forever!

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  3. I can’t believe I’ll never get to see your smile or hear your laugh my beautiful friend! Last time we spoke was in the windy employee parking lot! We laughed and hugged and wished eachother well 🙏🏻💝😢 rest is peace Di

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  8. candleRest in Peace Diane, remembering all of our transcons together, you were a joy to fly with, we will all miss you !!

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  9. Diane, your life was cut too short ..you were always someone so easy to talk too. We had some nice conversations and some good laughs. I hope your at peace. You will be missed..

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  10. You will be greatly missed for your love, warmth, and the joy you spread to others. Sending love and prayers to the entire Mascia family.

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  11. candleDiane, how clearly I see your face. I hear your laugh, I see that smirk, and of course who can forget those legs. You had such an infectious laugh. So many fun times together. We use to party at the Ayres. And who can forget the time that I talked you into flying home from SFO to JFK on Delta instead of waiting to deadhead home 7 hours later on us. We lucked out getting first class too! And at the Westin at LAX where we met up with your mom to help her celebrate her last flight before retirement. Although you are not here physically you are very much here spiritually. Diane I hope you know how much you are loved. I still cannot believe this is real. God bless you, you amazing woman! xoxo

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  12. candleDiane we will all miss your beautiful soul, your radiant smile, your positive energy. I cherish our crazy times, our shared conversations. Knowing you has been an honor, soar high my friend, until we meet again.

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  13. Oh sweetheart my heart hurts. I just can’t believe this. May your beautiful sole Rest In Eternal Peace. Soo many will miss you. Love you Dee Dee.

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  14. Heaven’s gain certainly is our loss! Who will i discuss all the Housewives with? Lol! Your smile was infectious and i will miss you! You were taken way too soon! 😢❤

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  16. Diane, you left with us proof that we each can truly be kind, loving, supportive, and the sun in anyone’s day. I will cherish our last conversation forever until we meet again. You will be forever a beautiful memory of love & joy. I will miss you greatly.
    My deepest condolences to the Mascia Family.

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  17. candleDiane was such a sweet person! Always smiling and so much fun. She will be missed by myself and everyone she flew with at American. Condolences to her entire family. She was much too young. Sending prayers and love to you all.

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  18. Oh Masch.. you truly will always be missed! You were our sunshine on earth and angel.. I only think that God wanted his beautiful angel back.. Love you so much! Thank you for all tge beautiful memories and laughter and singing!! Miss you forever beautiful friend!! Xoxo!!

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  19. Simply the best. Job well done here on this earth. You have made our lives way better with your shining light. I will miss you. Love, “Francesca”. 🙂

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  21. Prayers for Diane and her family during this difficult time. It is a great loss also for her dear friends at American Airlines . Her bright smile and wonderful personality will always be remembered by all who knew her. Rest In Peace ,you will be missed by many .

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  22. Dearest Diane,
    The Transcon crew will forever be at a lost. Your beautiful smile and laugh will be in our hearts forever. Fly high our sweet Diane❤️❤️❤️

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  23. Heaven has another beautiful angel ..that smile could light up a room ..watch over all that loved you..Lory

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  26. candleHi “I”……….is what I can hear you saying to me right now. You were the only flight attendant that called me “I”. I always looked forward to our trips together.
    All the memories I have of us on our “beloved” Flight 181 leaves me smiling. You were such a joy to fly with and your laugh and smile I’ll always remember. Heaven has definitely gained an angel. Soar high, Sweet Di

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  27. candleDiane, I cannot tell you how crushed I am. I enjoyed flying together so much and making you laugh. I cherished our friendship so much ! That laugh, smile, and attitude just brightened the day. Your forever in my heart and I will never forget you . I will see you again some day . I love you very much ! My condolences to your family, Anthony, as well as Mush .

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  28. Beautiful Diane, you will be missed dearly! We certainly had a lot of laughs over the years!! Fly high our AA Angel! My deepest condolences to your family! My thoughts and prayers are with you all!!

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  29. candleRest In peace, dear sweet Diane. Your beautiful spirit will remain with all of us who loved you forever.
    My sincerest condolences and prayers go out to your family.

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  30. Diane, beautiful soul filled with so much love and light.
    You will be missed dearly.
    Prayers and thoughts to Diane’s family.

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  31. Diane you were such a sweetheart, a beautiful person both inside and out. I will always remember you with a great big smile. It was always a real treat to fly with you. You will be truly missed.

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  32. Diane, you always had a way of making everyone around you feel so comfortable. What a gift was it to see you on the crew list. I will miss your smile, your laugh and your genuine kindness. May your spirit soar high and bless those who shall adore you always!

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  34. My heart aches and I shes tears of pure selfishness knowing I won’t see you again on this earth. I will love strong in your memory of kindness, laughter and joy. Thank you for beings such a bright shining star in our lives. Until we meet again my friend….

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  36. candleOh sweet Diane. I still cannot believe you’re gone. Thank you for always listening, for the great conversation and for the laughs. The minute I met you was as if we knew each other for years. You were truly a blessing here on earth and I will miss you so much. You will forever fly in our hearts. Sleep in peace beautiful friend. My deepest condolences to her family. Praying for your strength during this difficult time.

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  37. Deepest sympathy to Diane’s family, such a beautiful kind warm lovely person, the world needs more like her, she truly was an angel on earth and will be missed dearly. Xoxo

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  38. Sweet Diane. Our paths did not often cross over the last few years but when they did, it was always such a joy to chat with you.
    Rest In Peace sweet girl.

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  39. Dear Diane,
    You will be so missed. Everyone who knew you loved you. May you Rest In Peace, and shine down upon all of us. Prayers to the entire Mascia family. You are in my thoughts a d prayers.

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  40. Diane you truly were one of the most beautiful (inside & out), my heart breaks that you were taken so young. Heaven must have needed an exceptional “director”/“greeter”! Club 181 will never be the same! Thank you for all the wonderful memories!! Love you and miss you!!!! Prayers for your friends and family, help heal our broken hearts!!!

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  41. My condolences to Diane‘s family
    Diane I will miss your smile and laughs it was always great seeing you

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  43. Oh Diane . . I am saddened beyond words. All the Wonderfull trips & Layovers we had. How I enjoyed your company. LAX, SFO, MIA so fun. Your special gentle spirit will be missed Greatly ! You are Lovely. “Blessed are the peace makers for they shall be called children of God” Mathew 5:9

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  44. Sending condolences to the Mascia family. Diane you left an impression on me with your kindness, smiles and laughter

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  45. Dear, sweet, lovely Diane,
    You are so missed! You were always so happy and positive to work with. Everyone loved your beautiful smile!! 😔 We will always love and miss you!!!

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  46. candleSweet memories of flying together. 💛
    Very hard to accept that you have passed like this.
    You’re in paradise w God now. I know that.
    Strength to your family at this hard time.
    Say hi to Alex for me 💛

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  48. candleI still cannot believe you are gone. Your smile and joy will live on however, in all of our hearts and minds. Rest in peace, sweet Diane. You will be forever missed.

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  49. Prayers and my deepest condolences to the Mascia family and all that loved her. To know her was to love her. You will be missed sweet friend. I don’t think you knew the impression you left on everyone that got to know you. So glad to have flown with, talked with, and laughed with you. Rest In Peace friend.

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  50. candleSo sad, Diane was such a positive, bright light in all her coworkers lives, Such a joy to be around. You will be sorely missed…xo

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  53. I met Diane just a few weeks into my freshman year at NC State. We were in the same dorm and learned we both were from Greensboro, NC. This resulted in many trips together back and forth to Greensboro. It’s hard to believe this was 34 years ago this fall because it seems like yesterday.
    Diane was a nice, kind, and pretty girl. I enjoyed so much getting to know her. I was so sorry to hear about her passing. Condolences to the Mascia family.

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  55. candleI am stunned. I can not believe that my friend Diane “Sam” to me, is gone. Anyone fortunate enough to have known her or spend any time with her knows how very special she was. Anything you were doing just got better when “Sam” became a part of it. She could light up a room or plane and your heart. She was truly a very very special lady. I will miss you dearly “Sam” but will never ever forget you. Thank you for being a part of my life. My heart and prayers go out to her entire family and all who were lucky enough to know her. “Sam” was a gift.

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  56. I am just learning of Diane’s passing. I am still trying to accept it, and I can’t even imagine how hard that is for her family and Anthony. Diane and I were roommates our freshman year in college, and we’d still kept in touch, at least once a year, after all these years. There’s not enough space for me to say how beautiful she was, both inside and out, or how sweet, caring, and hilarious she was, or any of her other wonderful qualities that she exemplified as a person. The world has lost the most beautiful soul, but Heaven has gained the most beautiful angel. Until we meet again, sweet girl, I pray that you can rest in peace and know that you will never be forgotten.

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  57. candleI’ll remember that beautiful smile forever, you could light up anyone’s day. Always a joy to fly with you. Can’t believe your gone, but never forgotten.
    My sincerest condolences to the Mascia family.

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  58. candleMy sweet, darling Diane.
    We may have lost a beautiful human being, but the spirit world has gained an angel! I will forever miss the laughs, hugs, singing songs and that sparkly face. You have made a big impact on me and when the day comes I see you again, I will hug you and tell you to directly. Go in peace and light! Love you! Charlie

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  59. candleDiane, my sweet friend, I’m shocked and so very sad. You were truly a ray of sunshine. Whenever I saw your name on the crew list I knew we would have a great flight. We shared so many stories, lots of laughs, hilarious late night games while traveling across the continent or the Atlantic. You will be so missed by all who were privileged to know you. Sending thoughts and prayers to Anthony and your family. 😔

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  60. We all miss you so much ! Your spirit, your beauty your positive nature and passion for life. Our Transcon ✈️years were the best times we all shared together! Thank you for the gift you gave us all- a bright light in our hearts! My condolences to all your loved ones.

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  61. Heaven has another angel. Still can’t believe you are gone. Until we meet again. Love you with all my heart “Dee” Love, “Car”

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  62. candleIt was ALWAYS a gift & a joy to know you & fly with you! I will miss your smile & our laughs we shared.
    I will remember you FOREVER! ❤️

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  63. My deepest heart felt condolences for your horrible premature loss of sweet DeeDee! Carol, Roger, Rick and extended family and friends, the tears we have shed are a drop in the bucket in the suddenness and finality of this shocking bad news. It was a pleasure growing up next to you all. Again sorry for your loss. 8>(
    Sincerely, Brad Mullner

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  64. I first met Diane in December of 2010 at gate D58 in Las Vegas. She had just finished working a flight in from JFK, and I was the agent who met her flight. She was absolutely stunning! Over the next three years, from time-to-time, I would see her in the mornings at the Las Vegas airport getting ready to work a flight back home to JFK. I am an avid horse-player, and I would have her cracking-up laughing over all my horse racing stories. She used to call me “talking horses” and we would both laugh-out-loud!! I have missed seeing her over the years since, and will truly miss her over the years to come.

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  65. Diane and I pledged sorority together in 1988 at NC State. We were roommates for a year. She was always so kind, smiling and funny. I wish we had stayed in touch. While we have not talked in 2 decades, her passing really hit me. Rest In Peace, Diane.

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  66. Happy Birthday D.
    I miss you, can’t believe it’s been 3 years. I think about you all the tome and remember how much we had flying together and our layovers. May you rest in peace.
    Love, L

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  67. candleMy dear DeeDee~ I read this with such a heavy sad heart. How I loved you !!! I had no idea…I have tried to reach you so many times through the years but couldn’t find you.
    How many years we spent together Fri and Sat nights growing up watching the Love Boat and eating popcorn~ omg when your Mom taught us to make it Carmel popcorn. And yes way back then you had a framed picture signed by Cher!!?
    To this day when I hear the HBO Music I think of the tv in the window and Bitty barking wanting her chicken!
    All our sleepovers, trips, (seeing Andy Gibb!), cheerleading days and laughter!!!
    To read of all those who spoke of you with American~ I remember when you stayed with me in Atlanta for your Delta interview and you brought 2 unmatched shoes!! I think we stayed up all night talking and laughing that night.
    If not for my mom you would have been my maid of honor in my wedding~ I am so grateful you were there with me.
    . Our adult years we lost touch but how you were always in my heart of joyful memories. How much I love and treasure our memories…especially our first meeting on Merlin Drive with you spinning in the chair claiming “ what a howl”
    Every hioliiday when you and Rick would fly to be with your Dad (you with a handful of magazines)! I remember watching you fly in the air…You are an angel dear DeeDee…I will always look to the stars and see you shining.
    I love you ❤️ .
    Lynn (Goliwas) Mesher

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