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Service:
A service and celebration of Diane’s life will be
held on July 11 2026 at 10:00 am at The Mason City
United Methodist Church.
Obituary
It’s with heavy hearts
we share the passing of Diane Doran, December 3,
2025 in The Woodlands, Texas. She was 69 years old.
Diane was born October 12, 1956, In Mason City,
Illinois, to Wayne and Patricia Eigenbrod. She grew
up on the family farm where she spent her early
years as an active 4 H member, cheerleader,
saxophone player and baton twirler. Her mother
Patricia, passed on to her a love of cooking, music
and sewing, that Diane carried with her throughout
her life. Diane was one of three children and grew
up alongside Michael and Marsha, creating lifelong
bonds that remained important to her throughout her
life. Wayne and Patricia embedded a deep love of
God, family and a strong work ethic. Diane always
credited her parents for the values they instilled
in her, their love, guidance, and example left a
lasting impact on her life.
Diane built an extensive career at Texaco which
moved her to Texas in the 1980’s. The Woodlands
became her home, where she met and married the love
of her life, Tom Doran. Their marriage was marked by
close to 35 years of love, friendship and dedication
to family, until Tom’s passing in 2022.
The greatest chapter of Diane’s life began when she
became a mother to Meredith and Makenzie. Her
daughters were the center of her world, and she
found her deepest purpose and happiness in raising
and loving them. Diane dedicated many years
selflessly caring for her two girls.
Diane’s life was enriched by her faith and service
to others. She was an active member of The Woodlands
United Methodist Church. Diane devoted countless
hours to volunteering, sharing her time, talents,
and caring heart with those around her. Diane also
found great fulfillment in cooking and was happiest
when preparing meals that brought loved ones
together around the table.
True to her hardworking nature, Diane embarked on a
second career as an internal auditor, bringing the
same dedication, professionalism, and attention to
detail that characterized everything she did.
Diane will always be remembered for her caring heart
and love for others. Her warmth, kindness and
thoughtfulness left a lasting impact on those who
knew her. She had a remarkable ability to make
others feel welcomed, cared for and supported. Her
love for her family was constant and unconditional,
and the memories she created will be treasured
forever. |
She was preceded in death by
her beloved husband, Tom; her mother Patricia Eigenbrod;
sister in law Ellen Eigenbrod; father and mother in law
Frank and Ann Doran.
Diane is survived by her daughter and son in law Meredith
and Eric Fertig; her daughter and son in law Makenzie and
Brennan Fertig; father Wayne Eigenbrod; brother Michael
Eigenbrod; sister and brother in law Marsha and Jeff Elsas;
sisters in law Carol, Cathy and Cindy Doran and numerous
nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.
A service and celebration of Diane’s life will be held on
July 11 2026 at 10:00 am at The Mason City United Methodist
Church. The family welcomes all who knew and loved Diane to
join them in honoring her memory. We invite those who join
to wear cheerful colored attire. |
