Diane Koos, 1961-2021, Erie, PA

Diane (Jackson) Koos, loving wife, mother, sister, and friend, went to be with our Heavenly Father on Wednesday, November 24, 2021. Diane was born in 1961 in Pittsburgh, PA. She graduated from North Hills High School in 1978. She received her undergraduate degree in education and home economics from West Virginia University in 1982 and her master’s degree in education from University of Pittsburgh in 1986. Diane was near to completion of her PhD in counseling from Liberty University.

Diane was previously married to Fred Zeyfang and they had six children together. She married Cory Koos in 2013. Diane was a Licensed Professional Counselor and opened her own private counseling practice in Erie, PA. She additionally worked at Erie City Mission Grace House which provides a secure and safe location for women who are suffering from domestic violence, addiction, and homelessness. Diane enjoyed reading, being outside, and working in her garden. She attended Dorchester Drive Bible Church.

Survived by:

Spouse: Cory Koos

Children: Jenna (Zeyfang) & Andy Cotherman, Josh & Nikki (Nesselhauf) Zeyfang, Austin & Courtney (Behr) Zeyfang, Spencer & Deb (Campbell) Zeyfang, Colin Zeyfang, & Marshall Zeyfang

Grandchildren: Brynlee, Luna, Landon, Braxton, Mason, Parker, & Zane

Step-children: Corynn & Janell Koos

Sister: Tricia (Jackson) & Larry Lutz

Nieces: Rachel Lutz & Katie (Sherry) Erwin

Nephews: Jared & Adam Lutz, & Zak Sherry

Dogs: Carly & Jesse 
Cats: Gracie & Brook

Preceded in death by: parents, Nancy & Grant Jackson & sister, Karen Jackson 

SERVICE

Memorial Service for Diane Koos

November 27, 2021, 10 AM

Dorchester Drive Bible Church

5002 Dorchester Drive, Erie, PA 16509,

Fellowship and refreshments to follow the service. The family requests unvaccinated guests wear a mask to the service. 

A private family burial service to be held at Wintergreen Gorge Cemetery.  

Arrangements made by Dusckas Martin Funeral Home on 4216 Sterrettania Road, Erie, PA 16506. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Erie City Mission Women's Ministry's, "New Life Program, Grace House."
To make a donation, go to https://pushpay.com/g/eriecitymission?src=hpp