84, was received by our Lord on Saturday, April 6th, 2024. She was born March 16th, 1940 to Morris and
Dorothy Tapp of Shelbina, Missouri.
Diane's life was that of a homemaker, then church preschool teacher. Diane dedicated herself to teaching children for more than 40 years in Wichita at Sharon Baptist, Countryside Christian and Hillside Christian until she retired, sadly due to health issues. Her passion was teaching the gospel of Christ to children both in preschool and her neighborhood where she held Good News afterschool clubs in the basement of her home till she became a full time teacher. She also directed sessions every summer with vacation bible school. Diane was also den mother while Bryan and Treg were in cub scouts. She loved sports as she pushed her sons to excel in football, basketball, baseball, track, and swimming. She was also there to cheer on her grandchildren as they excelled in their passions as well. Diane loved vacationing in the mountains of Colorado with Doug and the boys every summer just before school started. She was dedicated in her love for family, friends and the great outdoors. Above all, her true love was for that of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Diane was preceded in death by her parents, Morris and Dorothy Tapp; husband, Doug; siblings, Don and David Tapp
Diane is survived by her sons, Bryan White and wife Betty of Derby, Treg White and wife Lisa of Wichita; siblings, Marilyn McLain; grandchildren, Kalen, Danielle, Kyle and Derek; 7 great-grandchildren.
Memorial Service: 11:00 am, Wednesday, April 10th, 2024 at Countryside Christian Church 1919 S Rock Road Wichita, Kansas 67207. Inurnment to follow at Greenwood Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Countryside Christian Church.
Countryside Christian Church
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