Diane Jones Youngblood, 74 of Mountaintop, passed away at home on July 12, 2026. Born in Wilkes-Barre on October 1, 1951, she was known for her warmth, wisdom, and spirited personality.
Diane was a 1969 graduate of E.L. Meyers High School before pursuing a career as a nurse. Diane spent 35 years at Pediatric Associates, where she became a steady and reassuring presence for countless families. She enjoyed cooking, hosting family gatherings, and filling her home with friends and laughter.
Diane had a gift for offering guidance shaped by life’s joys and challenges. She embraced life with stubbornness, craftiness, loyalty, and a readiness for adventure.
She’s reunited with her daughter Tammy in heaven, feeding the chipmunks, hosting the party, and planning the next night out. Also preceding her in death were her husband Michael J. Youngblood, brothers Dwight and David Jones, and her sisters Debbie Jones and Dawn Marek.
She is survived by her daughter Holly Usavage (Frank), son Thomas Simpson, sister Denise Tomko, grandchildren Ian Simpson, Jyllian Barchi, Rocco Barchi, Ava Usavage, and Frankie Usavage, nieces, nephews, and extended family.
She was the heart of her family and will be remembered as a loving mother, devoted sister, proud grandmother, and treasured friend.
Visitation will be held Friday, July 17 from 4-6pm at Mamary-Durkin Funeral & Cremation Services, 59 Parrish Street Wilkes-Barre. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.
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Marlene Bartosiewicz says
July 14, 2026 at 9:13 pmFly high and free of pain. You left many friends with great memories. You always had such a beautiful smile for everyone.
The Mugford Family says
July 15, 2026 at 2:25 pmWe are so very sorry to hear about Diane. She was such a sweet lady. We always enjoyed seeing she and Mike. I am sure she will be missed by all your family, you were the light of her life. Rest in peace, Diane❤️
Deb Harenza says
July 16, 2026 at 10:10 amOur condolences to the entire family on the loss of Diane. My children were patients of Dr. Harris for nearly all 35 years of Diane’s career. She was the best of the best and knew all her patients so well. May she rest in peace.
Debbie Harenza and family