Diana L. Turnipseed, age 71 of Chesterton, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Monday, August 25, 2025. She was born on November 17, 1953, in Gary, Indiana to the late Theresa (Davalos) Bowman and Alfred Armenta. A lifelong resident of Northwest Indiana, Diana graduated from Wirt High School in 1972. She met the love of her life, David Turnipseed, while standing up in a friend’s wedding in Chesterton in 1973. One dance together and they knew! They were married on May 17, 1975. Shortly after, they built their home and first car wash in Chesterton.
In addition to proudly raising her two daughters, Nicole and Kimberly, to become confident and resilient women, Diana managed the finances of the three car washes and a masonry business that she and her husband, David, built together. She had an infectious laugh and loved spending time with her friends and family. Diana was a devoted grandmother who cherished every moment spent with her four grandchildren. Diana’s love and encouragement were constants in her family’s lives. Throughout her life, Diana had a deep love for dogs. In her youth, she adopted abandoned dogs, and later raised golden retriever puppies, and had many as pets; her heart was always with them.
Diana is survived by her husband, David W. Turnipseed; daughters: Nicole (Michael) Durkin, Kimberly (John) Tancos; grandchildren: Isabel and Michael Durkin, Easton and Vincent Tancos; brother, Steven Armenta; and stepfather, James Bowman. Diana will be dearly missed by all who were blessed to know her.
Preceded in death by her parents; brother, Alfred “Bushels” Armenta; her beloved Aunt Louise “Isha” Perez; and her many loyal dogs.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, August 28, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Moeller Funeral Home, 104 Roosevelt Rd., Valparaiso. The funeral service will begin on Friday, at 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home, Pastor Charlotte Kroft officiating, and additional visitation from 9:00 a.m. until the start of the service. Entombment will follow at Graceland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are requested to Giant Paws, in honor of her love for dogs.
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Nicole, Mike, Micheal, and Izzy, Dave and I want to express our sincere condolences at the passing of your Mother/Grandmother. May all the memories of time spent together bring you comfort at this difficult time.! -Cheri and Dave Rose
My bestie since you moved in across the street from me on Wells Street. I have loved sharing our lives together, and I will miss you so very very much. Please give your mom, Bushels, and Aunt Isha big hugs from me, too, when you reconnect with them up in heaven. -Beverly Phillips
Dearest David and Family...So very sorry to hear of the passing of your love. Bob and I send you our deepest condolences... -Bob and Linda Matthews
I'm so sorry to learn of Diana's passing. The entire family will be in our thoughts. -Christopher Parker
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Diane. My condolences go out to her family. I remember our days together in high school and working at Dairy Queen. Diana always made me laugh. -Jane Blatsioris-Hullsiek
David and Family, My deepest condolences. So sorry to hear this. -Eileen (Kush) Wilhelm
Dear Dave and Family, Please accept our deepest condolences during this difficult time. Our hearts go out to you, and we hope you find comfort in the love that surrounds you. With sympathy, -Gino, Jill, Mia, and Anna Capellari
My condolences to the family and to Steve. I knew the family since high school. She was always cooking for her brothers. She was a sweet soul. She was so proud of her girls and grandkids. -Terri
