Diane Marie Swayze
October 7, 1955 ~ January 24, 2022
Diane Marie Swayze, 66, of Indianapolis, passed away on January 24, 2022, at her residence after a long and courageously fought battle with breast cancer. Diane was born on October 7, 1955, in Vincennes, Indiana to the late Joe and Norma (Tromley) Hunckler.
On August 19, 1978, Diane wed Robert W. Swayze, Jr. in St. John Catholic Church in Vincennes. Shortly after, the pair moved to Indianapolis beginning their careers and raising their family. This loving marriage produced their two children, Allison and Robert “Robbie” Swayze, III.
Diane graduated from Rivet High School in the class of 1974 and went on to attend Vincennes University and then completed X-ray school through Good Samaritan Hospital. Spending most of the last 43 years of her life in Indianapolis, Diane was a dedicated mammographer and X-ray technician at Wishard Hospital in Indianapolis for 23 years, retiring in 2012.
Extremely prayerful and a member of St. Mark Catholic Church, Diane was a devoted Catholic. She shared her faith with her friends and family fervently, always known for sending her morning prayer text out and praying the Rosary.
Diane loved entertaining friends and family by the pool at her home in the company of her beautiful flowers. She truly enjoyed creating pots of varying assortments all around the poolside landscape. Taking her “tinkering trips” to HomeGoods with her daughter, Allison, were enjoyable for Diane, along with numerous trips to warmer destinations with her family. Above everything, Diane was happiest when she was with her grandchildren. Her faithful and caring spirit will be dearly missed by all of those she leaves behind.
Survivors include her husband of 43 years, Robert W. “Bob” Swayze, Jr.; her children, Allison (James) Putnam and Robbie (Janelle) Swayze; her beloved grandchildren, Luke, Lauren, and Logan Swayze; her brothers, David (Carol) Hunckler and Bryan (Carol) Hunckler; and a host of nieces, nephews, and cherished friends.
Diane’s Life Celebration® Visitation will be held on Friday, January 28, 2022 from 4:00 to 8:00 PM in the chapel at O’Riley Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, 6107 South East Street, Indianapolis, Indiana 46227. Recitation of the Rosary will begin at 7:30 PM in the funeral home on Friday evening. Additional visitation will be held Saturday, January 29, 2022, from 9:30 to 11:00 AM in St. Mark Catholic Church, 535 East Edgewood Avenue, Indianapolis, Indiana 46227. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the church on Saturday, January 29, 2022, at 11:00 AM at the conclusion of visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be to The Simon Cancer Center; envelopes will be provided Please visit www.ORileyFuneralHome.com to leave an online condolence for the Swayze family.
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Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…Diane will remain in our hearts forever.
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Our sincere condolences. We are so sorry we can’t be there but know you are all in our prayers. Jean had the privilege to show Diane the ropes of taking communion to shut ins and sharing her ministry at the assisted living Residences in our parish. She was truly a saint here on earth, and we know she’s a saint in heaven! God bless you all! Jim and Jean Milharcic
With Deepest Sympathy. Sending love, prayers to Bob and Family. May Diane Rest In Peace.
I am so very sad to hear of Diane’s passing. I had the good fortune to work with her at St Margaret’s Diagnostic Breast Center for many years and treasure my memories of her. She was always so thoughtful, caring, and a source of inspiration to all around her. Valerie Jackson
I would occasionally work with Diane on the Mammo van in the 90’s. She was so fun to be around, we always shared stories about our children. She was so loved by everyone who worked with her. Offering prayers up for Diane and her family. Susan Dougherty
With our deepest and heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. Wishing you peace and comfort. We love you guys.
My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you. You will be deeply missed,Rivet class 1974.
My deepest and most sincere condolences are with Diane’s family. Sending caring thoughts of Love, Healing, support. Warmly, Gene Bathe Sandy (Salt Lake City, UT
With deepest sympathy. Gene Bathe
RIP my dearest friend, your family and all our wonderful memories are in my heart !
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Our deepest condolences, Tom, Merry, Matt, Jamie & Chad Yops
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of a wonderful human! May Diane rest in the light of Heaven above. Sincerely, Janet and Craig Dye
Diane, You were that cool teen I admired growing up. Your calm helped me as a young adult. Your strength through this journey and bravery as you slipped away from us, a sign of your devotion and acceptance of life well lived. May you Rest In Peace! Love, Janet
Thinking and praying for you during this most difficult time. Love and support always!
It’s with a heavy heart to not only lose a high school classmate and a good friend but a former Radiology classmate as well. It is hard to believe that Diane and I went to Good Samaritan Hospital School of Radiologic Technology and graduated 46 years ago. She was an excellent care giver and medical imager in the field of X-ray Technology. I had the opportunity to work with Diane for 2 years at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, IN.; she was a wonderful and kind person, not only to her patients she cared for but the people she worked with. May God bless you and your family Bob and may the Lord’s peace shine upon you. Patrick J. Richardville
We pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief.
Busy as a Bee Cleaning send our deepest sympathies to Bob , Robbie , Allison & family. We had 12 wonder years with Diane. Love Dawn, kristi , Summer.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We have been honored to be a part of so many wonderful celebrations over the years.
My deepest sympathy to Bob and family, I loved the time I spent going thru high school with Diane and later the many reunions we attended.