Dyanne Olachea

Dyanne Olachea passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026, in the presence of her daughter and her “favorite” grandson. Her life was marked by gentleness, service, unwavering faith, and deep love for her beloved husband and children. Led by her father’s discernment of faith, her family converted to Catholicism after encountering the beauty and truth of the Holy Catholic Church. Following her conversion, she entered religious life with the Daughters of Charity, where she earned her Bachelors degree, and lovingly served underprivileged children as both a teacher and caretaker. Her 11 years in religious life reflected the deep compassion and generosity that would continue to define her throughout her life. Later, discerning a call to marriage and family life, she married her beloved husband, Arnold, with whom she shared 54 years of faithful and devoted marriage. Dyanne was the loving mother of three children: John, Rebecca, and Maria; grandmother to five; and great-grandmother to ten. Her family was one of her greatest joys, and she poured herself into loving and encouraging each generation with patience, wisdom, and tenderness. She was known for her kind and gentle spirit, her encouraging words, and her ability to always see the good in others. Her Catholic faith was the foundation of her life. She loved Jesus dearly, had a special devotion to Our Lady of Medjugorje, and greatly admired St Joseph. She prayed the Rosary with deep devotion for the intention of “Peace in our hearts, Peace in our families, and Peace in the whole world”. Dyanne’s legacy is one of faithfulness, humility, and love lived out in ordinary moments. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her and lovingly remembered for the peace and warmth she brought into the lives of others. "A new commandment I give to you: That you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another." John 13:34 Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at 11:00 am Thursday, May 21, 2026 at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 10700 Liberty Road, Powell, Ohio. Visitation for family and friends will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 pm Wednesday at Rutherford Funeral Home at Powell, 450 West Olentangy Street, Powell, Ohio. Burial at Dayton National Cemetery. .

Dyanne Olachea

May 24, 1940 - May 13, 2026