Diana M. Bristow, 73, of Waterford, passed away Sunday, Feb. 13, 2022 at St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee.
Diana was born in Palo Alto, Calif. on Sept. 13, 1948, to Arthur and Helen (nee McKeen) Damschen. Her early life was spent in Palo Alto and Fullerton, Calif. She graduated from Sunny Hills High School in Fullerton and went on to attend the University of Arizona. On Nov. 9, 1968, she was united in marriage to Guy Bristow. Following marriage, they resided in Fullerton until 1989. They have lived in the Waterford area for 15 years.
Diana worked as a veterinarian assistant and was a huge advocate of sports. She enjoyed cheering on the Rams and the Cubs. She also loved spending time with her family, grandkids and dogs.
Diana is survived by her husband, Guy; children, Randy Bristow of Waterford, Mark (Jess) Bristow of Palatine, Ill. and Todd (Aliya) Bristow of Burlington; grandchildren, Phelan, Brenna, Sarah, Grace, Brendan, Wyatt, Jesse, Donny, Zeke and Teddi; siblings, Don (Barbara) Damschen and Debbie (Rob) Gates; and sister-in-laws, Shannon Damschen and Lesley (Paul) Johnson. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Richard Damschen.
The family would like to thank all the family, friends and medical staff that assisted the family at this time.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to an animal shelter or rescue of your choice.
Services for Diana will be held Saturday, March 5, 2022 at 11:30 a.m. at Schuette-Daniels Funeral Home. Relatives and friends may visit with the family from 9:30 until 11:30 a.m. at the funeral home.
Well-wishers may visit www.danielsfamilyfuneral.com.