Diane Kersey Spriggs, 79, of Front Royal, Virginia passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2025 at Warren Memorial Hospital.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 3 PM at Maddox Funeral Home, 105 West Main Street, Front Royal with Sammy Campbell officiating. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 PM at the funeral home.
Mrs. Spriggs was born on December 20, 1945 in Arlington, Virginia, daughter of the late Aaron and Evelyn Burke Kersey. She was also preceded in death by her two sons, Michael Shiflett and Wayne Shiflett. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Front Royal, Women of the Moose and the American Legion Women’s Auxiliary. She retired from IAC Automotive in Strasburg, Virginia.
Survivors include her husband of 44 years, Charles E. Spriggs Sr.; three daughters, Stacey Lynn Gallivan (Kenny), Jacqueline White and Sherry Branch; son, Charles Spriggs Jr. (Carla); brother, Dal Kersey; twin sister, Donna Smith; sister, Joan Bell; eight grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; her devoted friend, Libby Woodard and her Poca Bella Farms neighbors and friends.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Daine is my sister n law ( a.k.a) sister. she was the most loving , caring , kind & big hearted lady you’d ever know , who would do anything for anybody. fly high with the angels little Diane you’ll be missed but never ever forgotten. I love you always sis. Love, Little Cathy
Charlie, Stacey and family,
I am deeply sorry to hear of Diane”s passing. I Dearly loved that sweet Lady! Rest In Peace Sweet Diane!
So sorry to here about Diane. she was a very sweet lady and will be missed. Prayers to Charlie and family and friends
Diane will be missed by a village of people whom she considered family.She was the most caring and kind human.Charlie you have a perfect angel watching over you,well all your family.”Little Cindy”
She was one of a kind so sorry
Diane was a wonderful lady to work with. we loved her dearly and she will be missed
So sorry to hear this she was a sweet lady sending prayers and love to her family
such sad news. Diane was a family member to everyone. She loved meeting anyone and everyone. She was a very special person. Sorry for your loss Charlie.
So sorry to hear, work with Diane for many years. Had a heart of gold and she will be missed. Prayers to her husband Charlie and her family
I was deeply saddened to learn of Diane’s passing. I first met her in 2010, shortly after I moved into the old farmhouse next door. From that very first day, she made me feel truly welcomed into the neighborhood, wrapping me in the warmth of her kindness without hesitation.
Over the years, I cherished countless memorable moments at Diane and Charlie’s home. I was always greeted with open arms and gentle words that put me at ease. We shared so many wonderful meals and leisurely morning cups of coffee, lingering over stories and laughter. Diane had a special tradition of inviting me over on Thanksgiving morning for her hearty oyster stew with crackers—a ritual I looked forward to every year. And oh, those breakfasts! Her homemade sausage gravy and biscuits were nothing short of legendary, each bite a testament to her loving touch in the kitchen.
Diane had her favorites, too—the Lifetime channel flickering endlessly in the background, and her beloved online games that kept her sharp and entertained. Whenever the family gathered for holidays or backyard cookouts, I was included without a second thought, as if I were one of their own. She was endlessly comical, her face lit with a perpetual smile and her quick wit ready to spark joy. No matter the day, Diane had a way of lifting spirits and drawing laughter from even the quietest corners—she certainly brought endless smiles to my own face.
Even after I moved away, our friendship endured; we stayed in touch, and she left an indelible mark on my heart. Diane was simply a remarkable woman—a fine, generous soul whose light touched everyone lucky enough to know her. This news weighs heavily on me. My deepest condolences to Charlie and the entire family, many of whom I came to know and adore over those cherished years. May her memory continue to bring you comfort and strength.
Well Said John and her hospitality was one of a kind and so many memories that we can go on. Thank you for all the kind things you said , I believe that’s something we all agree on is her loving sweet soul💜
Diane you were an exceptional Lady and Charley also she did have a heart of gold you never felt like a stranger in there presence thanks for all he Memory’s rest in peace.
Aunt Diane was such a sweet and beautiful woman. She treated everyone around her like family, and was an incredible cook! She will be greatly missed.
Over the years, I cherished memorable moments with these two I always thought Diane was our sister from a mother she was always there with open arms and always had gentle words that put you at ease. We shared so many wonderful stories and laughter Over the years, I cherished countless moments at Diane and Charlie’s house. We shared stories and laughter mostly about Charlie and our family’s relationship ,experiences and problems. She would do what ever she could to help and you. You could never go hungry she would never alone that.
Diane has her favorites breakfasts homemade sausage gravy and biscuits . But would never stop there, we go out to pick up something for dinner, but first we go shopping I remember that I would have to tell her I didn’t need anything because she would always want to get something for me ,but that was who she was always giving No other reason, she just had I big heart for friends and family alike, and she was going to make sure you felt special . But truth is she is the special person and anyone who knew her would appreciate and agree to that .
I’m going to miss this lady so much I hope she knows how much I love and appreciate her not just because she family because she was more then that to me, Diane you will always be in my heart miss you lady , Paula