Diane J. Lawler, age 91, passed away at Joliet Area Community Hospice on Saturday, May 16, 2020. Survived by her brother; William (Christine) Lawler Jr. of Joliet, IL. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Preceded in death by her parents, William T. and Catherine M. (nee Ariagno) Lawler and her brothers, Robert F. Lawler and Daniel (Dolores) Lawler. Diane was a life-long Joliet resident. She was employed at Gerlach- Barklow Company for 40 years before retiring. In accordance with Diane's wishes, cremation rites will be accorded. Inurnment will be held privately at Woodlawn Memorial Park II (Hills of Rest). In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her name to St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church in Lockport, IL. Funeral arrangements were handled at the Farkas Funeral Home, 3201 W. Jefferson St. Joliet, IL 60431. For more information, please call 815-725-0100 or visit www.farkasfuneralhome.com.