Dianne Jean (Rowe) Gelinas

March 15, 1949 - October 21, 2020

Dianne Jean Gelinas (Rowe), 71, of Delaware, Ohio passed away on October 21, 2020 in Columbus, Ohio. She was born March 15, 1949 to Dean and Maria (Iacobucci) Rowe in Columbus, Ohio. She was a loving mother, doting grandmother, and a vibrant person who loved to spend time with her family and friends. She was a graduate of Ohio Dominican College and earned a Master’s Degree in Business Administration. She worked for the United States Post Office from 1969 until 2004, when she retired. In retirement, Dianne spent many hours creating a beautiful garden in her own backyard. Dianne had a generous spirit that uplifted everyone she came into contact with. She is survived by her son, Damion (Richelle) Clifford; grandchildren, Chase, Grant, and Elle; her sister Karen (Rowe) Obermeyer; her brother Darryl (Linda) Rowe; and brother Dean (Pam) Rowe as well as many nieces and nephews and grand-nieces and grand-nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dean and Maria Rowe. An outdoor service will be held for all family and friends on Friday, October 30, 2020 at 2:00pm at St. Joseph Cemetery, 6440 South High Street, Lockbourne, Ohio 43137. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The National Kidney Foundation and/or the Delaware County Humane Society.