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Raised by 9 people

Personal note from Regina (Gina)

A private ceremony to scatter Diane's ashes at sea will be held at a later date and when weather allows in Marina Del Rey, CA.

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We kindly requests donations to the Alzheimer’s Association or Arbor Day Foundation in Diane's honor:
https://www.arborday.org/
https://www.alz.org/

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Obituary

Diane Cortley Brooks Sweat, born in Michigan to George and Perrissell Brooks, lived a life filled with grace, resilience, and love. She spent most of her years in the Los Angeles area, raising her children and serving her community with dedication. Her decades of work with the Los Angeles Restaurant and Hotel Employees Union made her a trusted advocate for countless workers navigating claims and grievances, and she was admired for her compassion and fairness.   

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Memories & condolences

Diane I miss my Sunday's with you. Knowing you presence is gone, I can feel your spirits at peace. Thank you for sharin…
Diane I miss my Sunday's with you. Knowing you presence is gone, I can feel your spirits at peace. …
Diane I miss my Sunday's with you. Knowing you presence is gone,…
Diane, you will never be forgotten! Rest in peace.
Diane, you will never be forgotten! Rest in peace.
Diane, you will never be forgotten! Rest in peace.
Our Condolences to the family. 
Our Condolences to the family. 
Our Condolences to the family. 
My condolences and appreciation for all of you: Gina/Dave, Ricky, Byron, and Patrick and all your extended family and f…
My condolences and appreciation for all of you: Gina/Dave, Ricky, Byron, and Patrick and all your e…
My condolences and appreciation for all of you: Gina/Dave, Ricky…

Favorites

What were Diane's favorite tv shows?
Law & Order, CSI, The Price is Right, Jeopardy, Family Feud
Law & Order, CSI, The Price is Right, Jeopardy, Family Feud
Law & Order, CSI, The Price is Right, Jeopardy, Family Feud
What were Diane's favorite ways to spend free time?
Reading magazines and finding new recipes for us to cook. Going to the grocery stor…
Reading magazines and finding new recipes for us to cook. Going to the grocery store to pick …
Reading magazines and finding new recipes for us to cook. Going to the grocery store to pick out her weekly meals. Wat…
What were Diane's favorite local spots?
Benihana's, Red Lobster, Steakhouses, Chinese Food joints
Benihana's, Red Lobster, Steakhouses, Chinese Food joints
Benihana's, Red Lobster, Steakhouses, Chinese Food joints
What were Diane's favorite songs or musical artists?
Teddy Pendergrass, Earth Wind & Fire, Diana Ross, Supremes, Temptations, Motown Musi…
Teddy Pendergrass, Earth Wind & Fire, Diana Ross, Supremes, Temptations, Motown Music,
Teddy Pendergrass, Earth Wind & Fire, Diana Ross, Supremes, Temptations, Motown Music,

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Born

September 8th, 1942
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Passed away

December 6th, 2025
Las Vegas, NV

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Cremation

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