Diane Roberta Unangst, mostly recently of Fair Haven, died June 25 at Jersey Shore University Hospital. Diane was born June 2, 1955 to her parents, Robert Ezra Unangst and Merle Beverly Miller, and sister Beverly Unangst, all of whom predeceased her. She is survived by her daughter Margaret Ann Scholtz.
Diane was raised in New Providence. After spending college in Bennington, Vermont and Providence, Rhode Island, she later lived in Colts Neck, Middletown and Fair Haven. Diane spent her life on the things she loved the most: creating and collecting art, studying the bible and practicing the teachings of God, creating AT&T’s first internet service provider, composing and playing music on the piano, studying the architecture of French cathedrals, rescuing dogs, interior design of houses, running, her marriage, her friendships, care of her parents and raising her daughter. She was vibrant and passionate.
A celebration of Diane’s life was held July 7 at the Majestic Hotel in Ocean Grove.
Donations may be made on Diane’s behalf to Faith Speaks World Outreach at gofundme.com/InMemoryOfDianeU.
Arrangements are under the direction of Polhemus Cremation Services, West Creek. For complete obituary information or to send condolences, please visit polhemuscremations.com.
