Diane Marie Brozek's Obituary
Diane Marie Brozek, age 62, of Moravia, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025.
Diane was born on May 5, 1963 in Lincoln, Nebraska, the daughter of Donald and Sharron (Burke) Eckery. On June 21, 1985, Diane was united in marriage to Dennis Dale Brozek and went on to raise four children, Jeremy, Alison, Jordan and Joe.
Diane had a career at Zoetis until she retired. Upon retirement, the couple moved to Moravia, where she found a new lease on life after moving into the lake house. Diane loved being outdoors, especially watching the sunsets on her porch. She was a marathon runner, who ran over 80 marathons - with one in every state, earning her a membership of the 50 States Club. She also cherished being around her dogs and horses. In her free time, Diane enjoyed giving back to the local community including baking food for "Lasagna Love". Most importantly, she cherished every phone call and every moment she spent with her family and friends.
Left to cherish Diane's memory are her husband, Denny Brozek; her mother, Sharon Hitz; her children, Jeremy (Stephanie) Brozek DVM, Alison Brozek, Jordan (Clark Pohlmeier) Brozek DDS, and Joe (Abby DDS) Brozek; her grandchildren, Jack Brozek, Phoebe Brozek and Maliah Brozek; her brother, Tom (Gregg) Widick-Eckery; as well as numerous extended family members, friends, dogs and horses.
Diane was preceded in death by her father, Donald Eckery; her brother, Tim Eckery; her in-laws, Charles and Shirley Brozek; and her brother-in-law, Robert Brozek.
A private Mass held on Friday, May 16, 2025 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Centerville with Fr. Ron Hodges officiating. Burial will follow the service at Eaton Cemetery, near Unionville, Iowa. Memorials have been established to St. John's Jet Club in Lincoln, Nebraska, and St. Mary's Catholic Church in Centerville, IA. These may be mailed to Thomas Funeral Home, ATTN: Brozek Family, 501 North 18th Street, Centerville, Iowa 52544. Condolences may be shared online at www.thomasfh.com or www.facebook.com/thomasfuneralhome.
A Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, June 7th, 2025 at the North Apothecary Loft in Lincoln, NE from 2-6PM. All friends and family are welcome to this open house event to share fond memories of our beloved Diane.
What’s your fondest memory of Diane?
What’s a lesson you learned from Diane?
Share a story where Diane's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Diane you’ll never forget.
How did Diane make you smile?