Dian Laverne Brittain passed on Aug. 19, 2026, at the age of 64.
Born Sept. 14, 1961, in North Carolina to the late Azzell and Clarence Collins.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Juanita Wiseman, Deborah Collins, and Loretta “Pete” Wise; and brothers, Darrel Collins and Randy Collins.
Those left to cherish her memory is her partner of 39 years, Michael “Tub” Brown; sons, Paul Brittain (wife, Brandy), and Billy Brittain; a brother, Roy Collins (wife, Janice); a sister, Brenda “Sue Baby” Wiseman; grandchildren, Paul Brittain Jr., Nicholas Brittain, Madison Brittain, Mckenzie Brittain, Nevaeh Brittain; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Dian enjoyed life to the fullest and cherished spending time with her family.
A celebration of life will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026, at Kirksey Funeral Home in Morganton. A visitation for friends and family will be held one hour prior to the service from 5-6 p.m.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.kirkseyfh.com Kirksey Funeral Home in Morganton is honored to serve the family.
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