Diane Claire (Head) Senestraro: Volunteer, Devoted Grandmother, Mother, Sister, Wife, Aunt
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Diane Claire (Head) Senestraro longtime resident of Fortuna, CA passed away unexpectedly on August 27, 2019 from complications related to heart surgery at St. Helena Hospital. She was the daughter of George and Clara (Ambrosini) Head. Diane is survived by her husband John Senestraro, sons Greg Senestraro and his children Taylor and Mason Senestraro; and Glen Senestraro (wife Sarah) and his children Lucas and Corinna Senestraro, and Scarlet and Lawrence Renner. She is also survived by her brother George Head and family; and her sister Darlene Calvert (husband Calvin) and nephew Brian (wife Theresa) Calvert and niece Brenda (husband Paul) Carlson; and brother in-law Gene Senestraro (wife Betty) and family. In addition, Diane leaves behind many other nephews, nieces and cousins.
After graduating from Fortuna High in 1961, Diane attended business college in San Francisco. She returned home to graduate from the Eureka Business College.
Diane was a long-time member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Fortuna. Other organizations she participated in include the Fortuna Garden Club, as well as donating countless hours of time at Ambrosini Elementary School and Toddy Thomas School. Most recently you could find her involved with the Fortuna High School Interact Club, where she volunteered her time for events such as the Apple Harvest, and the Santa Sleigh Drive. She was always offering her time to various other civic activities and to anyone who needed help. Her proudest moments were those wonderful times being a devoted grandmother.
Tuesday, September 3rd, you are welcome to stop by Gobles Mortuary in Fortuna between 3 PM – 7 PM to pay your respects to John and family. On Wednesday, September 4th there will be a private family mass and burial.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Fortuna High School Interact Club, c/o Glen Senestraro at 379 12th Street, Fortuna, CA 95540; or to a charity of your choice.
Diane Claire (Head) Senestraro longtime resident of Fortuna, CA passed away unexpectedly on August 27, 2019 from complications related to heart surgery at St. Helena Hospital. She was the daughter of George and Clara (Ambrosini) Head. Diane is survived by her husband John Senestraro, sons Greg Senestraro and his children Taylor and Mason Senestraro; and Glen Senestraro (wife Sarah) and his children Lucas and Corinna Senestraro, and Scarlet and Lawrence Renner. She is also survived by her brother George Head and family; and her sister Darlene Calvert (husband Calvin) and nephew Brian (wife Theresa) Calvert and niece Brenda (husband Paul) Carlson; and brother in-law Gene Senestraro (wife Betty) and family. In addition, Diane leaves behind many other nephews, nieces and cousins.
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Glen, So sorry about your Mom’s passing. I’ve been there and know how difficult it is…. Bless you…
Condolences to the family.
🕯🕯RIP Diane 🌻🌺🥀🕊🕊
John and Guys,
So sorry to hear about Diane. When I worked at Calverts I enjoyed getting to know and working with her. I’ll always remember her working, at a fairly fast pace, throughout Fortuna. She was a special lady. Vicky
Glen and family I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Diane walked by our house a couple times every day. Seeing her was such a comforting reminder of growing up in Fortuna. Diane was one of the moms involved in what ever we did as kids. It was such an honor to have her help in the snack shack at the football field the years Cindy and I were involved. She was part of the Grandma Crew that volunteered with us. She was a great part of our community and will be greatly missed.
So sorry for your families loss got the pleasure of working with Diane at Toddy she was a fabulous lady
So sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Johnny and family, so sorry for your loss of Diane so suddenly, my condolences to the entire family. Hopefully be able to attend the service.
Ermanno
Glen, I’m so sorry about your mother’s passing. Fortuna will not be the same without seeing her walk all over town with that beautiful smile. Thoughts and prayers going out to your entire family.
~Shelly
OMG! This is such a great loss for all of us! I loved her. She was amazing, fantastic, generous, kind, loving, and a friend of mine. Dear family, so sorry for the loss of this great lady! I will miss you, Diane. You are in my heart❤️
Greg and family, so sorry about your mom’s passing. Diane was a wonderful lady with a huge heart. She was so kind and caring and had so much love for her family and especially her grandchildren . Prayers to your family during this difficult time. ♥️🙏🏻
So very sorry for your loss John and family. Diane was always there for us at Ambrosini and she has truly been missed these past years as the grandkids got older. She was truly a wonderful lady. Mike and I send our love and prayers to you all.
Diane was a positive force in the lives of her grandchildren, and in the lives of all of their classmates. She was a pleasure to know. My condolences to her family, and all of her many friends.
I am so sorry to hear about Diane. I had just reconnected with her at a exercise class. I will miss seeing her. My prayers go out to you and your family.🙏
I am so saddened by the news that Diane has passed away. I am so glad I got to know her in the past few years. She found me … her long lost cousin and I am so glad she did. She was a wonderful person and I know she will be missed. My sympathy to you all.
So very for the loss of this very lovely lady. Our condolences to her extended family.
David and Merilyn Fouche´
John, Glen, Greg, the whole family:
I am so very sorry to hear of Diane’s passing. She was such a wonderful woman and Mother (and now certainly Grandmother.) I loved seeing her with her family, especially times out at Bear River with Aunt Darlene. Know she is in a better place and probably joking with Aunt Mary. She is one of the very rare people who touch everyone.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
“It is so much darker when a light goes out than it would have been if it had never shone”~ Steinbeck