Diane Wendell

April 11, 1942 - November 16, 2020

Diane Wendell (Groves), New Castle, passed away on Monday, November 16, 2020 at Ball Memorial Hospital. Diane was born April 11, 1942, in New Castle. She was a 1960 graduate of New Castle High School and attended DePauw and Indiana Universities. Diane was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and worked as the Christian Education Director for many years at Presbyterian Churches in New Castle, Indianapolis and Richmond. Diane was renowned for her Christmas decor and annual Christmas party at her home in New Castle. Diane is survived by her daughter, Gilda (Phil) Caviness, and granddaughter Charlotte (the Amazing Miss C), whom she loved completely. Diane was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Imogene Groves, and brother Gary (Pam) Groves, Memorial contributions may be made to the Boys & Girls Club of Rush County, 1590 N Sexton St, Rushville, 46173, where Charlotte has attended daily, except on Wednesdays when her beloved Nana picked her up from school to spend the afternoon. In lieu of services, we ask that you raise a toast to celebrate Diane and the joyful life she lived on her terms. Also in celebration, please check Facebook this weekend for a memorial slideshow.