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In Memory Of

Diane Rainey, age 62, of Miles City

June 4, 1961 – January 20, 2024

Diane Rene’ (Quinlan) Rainey passed away the morning of January 20th after a long battle with heart, liver and kidney failure likely resulting from a longer battle with rheumatoid arthritis at St. Vincent hospital in Billings, MT. Her family was by her side the entire time cheering on her recovery.

Diane was born in Glendive on June 4, 1961 to Irene Herauf and James Quinlan. She was the oldest daughter of 5 siblings. Diane’s childhood consisted of growing up in Miles City and graduating from Rosebud High in 1979.

Through the years Diane held many jobs including working at the Crystal Pistol, Pizza Hut, NZ Shoes and Super America where she would work with her future sister-in-law Mickey, who introduced Diane to her brother, “the most handsome guy she had seen” Diane’s future husband, Robert. The most rewarding job she held was that of being a mother to her 3 children. While raising Amber, Ashley and AJ, Diane helped raise many other children while operating an in-home daycare center.

After her own kids were grown, she got back into the workforce where she managed the office and assisted many clients for Curt Almy at Sunrise Financial. When Diane wasn’t working, she donated her time to the annual Miss Southeastern Montana Rodeo pageant. She enjoyed sharing her talents for creating beautiful wedding decorations and bouquets for family and friends. She also loved crafting unique gifts with a newfound passion, the Cricut.

She was welcomed into heaven with open arms by her mother and father who preceded her in death.

She is survived by her loving husband Robert Rainey and daughter Amber Rainey with future son-in-law David Stein, daughter Ashley Lee with her husband Cotton and Diane’s only son, AJ Rainey. Her brother Kevin (Teri) Quinlan, sister Carol Molstad (Jess Horn), sister Tamara (Loren) Spillum, and sister Jane Quinlan Lamb (Greg Guinard) as well as her many loved nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and friends.

A special thanks to her many family members, friends and clients who wished her well, sent cards, gifts and stopped by to brighten her spirits.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial for Diane has been set up at Stockman Bank to help the family with medical expenses and funeral services.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, February 4, 2024 at 1:00 pm at Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home.  Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com.

Service Schedule

Celebration of Life

1:00 PM

Sunday February 4, 2024

Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home

1717 Main Street

Miles City, Montana 59301

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Luncheon

Following the Celebration of Life

Sunday February 4, 2024

The Parlor

1806 Main Street

Miles City, Montana 59301

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Service Schedule

Celebration of Life

1:00 PM

Sunday February 4, 2024

Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home

1717 Main Street

Miles City, Montana 59301

View map

Luncheon

Following the Celebration of Life

Sunday February 4, 2024

The Parlor

1806 Main Street

Miles City, Montana 59301

View map

View Memorial Folder

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  1. Bob and Family, I am so very sorry to see this. Diane was a beautiful and generous person and will be missed by all who knew her. Please know that I am wrapping you up in prayers of strength and comfort.

  2. Bob and Amber and family, so sorry for your loss. Cherish your memories. Thoughts and prayers for all of you.

  3. To all of Diane’s family,
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you find peace and comfort in cherished memories on those hard days without her. Hugs

  4. I can only say I wish I had known Diane longer. Such a kind and caring person. So suprised when I heard how sick she was last week. Praying u will know the strength and peace only the lord can give. Thank you for letting me know. Jane dighans and jim

  5. Love and prayers for your family
    Diane was such an amazing person with an infectious smile and laugh and spirit.
    Take care

  6. I am so sad to hear of Diane’s passing. She has been a very dear friend for many years. She was my seat buddy on the bus going to and from school many years ago!!!! Hold on tight to the memories. She was one of the very best!!!

  7. Quinlan/Rainey Family, Sorry for your loss. Diane was a kind and wonderful woman, who loved family and cared for all her friends.
    Sonja, Jack & Kris Crocker

  8. I first met Diane when she worked at the health clinic. She was friendly, professional and maintained confidentiality. When the opening for a professional
    assistant occurred at my husband’s business, she filled the position with grace, patience and her beautiful smile.
    Throughout time she became part of the family in so many ways. She helped us through funerals, graduations, and all the happy and sad occasions that define ” life.” For almost 17 years!
    It is beyond understanding to walk in that door and not find her there. Our hearts are so heavy. We pray for her precious family. To say that she was proud of each one, with great love for all, would be an understatement.
    Time will never replace the yearning for one more visit, one more laugh, one more story to share. But we will try to honor her memory in ways big and small, with just a smidgen of the great determination that she had to live life to the fullest.

  9. We are so sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

  10. Bob and family, may I offer my sincere sympathy? Diane was my dear friend, who helped anyone who needed her with her kindness, tact, and brilliant organization. I will always treasure the many years we worked together on the Miss Southeastern Montana Rodeo board. She truly touched many lives, and they were improved by her touch!

  11. To all of Diane’s family, We are so very sorry and sad for the loss of Diane. She was always so friendly and helpful whenever I would see her. She was positive and and always made time to visit. She will be greatly missed.

  12. Bob and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Prayers of comfort for all of of your family 🙏❣️

  13. Bob and family 👪 ❤️ so very sorry for your loss..
    Our deepest sympathy to all of you .. will hold all of you our hearts and prayers 🙏 ❤️ Monte and Pat Herzog

  14. To all of Diane’s family, we are so to hear this news.
    We send our thoughts and prayers 🙏🙏 to all of you during this difficult time.
    Deepest sympathy,
    Laurie, Duane, Anna, and Bryan Claypool

  15. We’re so sad to hear about Diane. She was always ready to visit when we would meet her at the fair or in the grocery store. God’s peace be with Bob and you’re family.

  16. Bob, Amber, Ashley and AJ,
    We are so sorry for your loss, and thinking of you during this difficult time.

  17. Amber and family,
    “When you lose someone you love, you gain an angel you know.” Unknown
    Please know your friends, family and the community are sharing this incredible loss along with each of you. Deepest condolences.

  18. Bob and family, Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Diane was always such a friendly person and we enjoyed our visits. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We will miss her.

  19. So sorry to hear about Diane, sending our love, hugs &
    prayers to you & your family.
    May God comfort you as you go through this difficult time. ❤️

  21. Bob and family- we are so sorry for your loss and pray your memories and God’s blessings will comfort you in the coming days.

  22. How we will miss our visits and being greeted with that beautiful smile.
    Your knowledge and professionalism will be missed too.
    Prayers for your family. Prayers for your friends.
    John and Nikki Brown

  23. Bob and family – so very sorry for your loss. Prayers you all and my your precious memories bring your hearts and minds peace.

  24. Bob and family – so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for you all and my your precious memories bring your hearts and minds peace.

  25. Bob and family:
    I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Diane. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God grant you the peace that surpasses all understanding.

  26. My deepest sympathy to the Rainey family. Diane was a wonderful lady with many talents. She will be missed by family, but friends and acquaintances as well. Her pain is over and she can now rest in peace.

  27. To Bob and family,
    My condolences go out to you all as I know how hard all this is. Everyone is in my thoughts and prayers. Diane was a fantastic person and was a great superior for all the kids who delivered papers for her at the star. Over the last few years I have lost touch with what all was going on so this news really breaks my heart! I always loved running into Diane when I would come to town and when I did we would always catch up real quick. Diane will be dearly missed by all of you and everyone who ever met her. Hugs to all. Please know if there is anything I can do to help please don’t hesitate to contact me.

  29. Bob and family we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.

  32. Sincerest sympathy to all the Rainey family. May your memories sustain you as you navigate through your loss🙏

  33. Bob, Amber,Ashley and AJ. I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. Many years of living beside you all have left us with many fond memories . It’s so sad to see someone as young as her leave us. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Santos and I will pray for your comfort during this difficult time and hope the good times will ease your loss.

  34. To all of Diane’s family: We are so sorry for your loss. There are really no words to express our sincere sympathy other than to tell you all that we truly care and will carry you all in our hearts with thoughts and prayers.

  35. BOB & family so very sorry to hear about Diane thoughts and prayers to you all if there is anything I can help with let me know 🙏

  36. Bob and family,
    May God comfort you all now and always with the best of memories as you go forward in life. My deepest condolences to you all for this tragic loss of your wife, mother, sister and friend.

  37. To the Rainey family so sorry for your loss we wish you the best in your healing process, now god has one of the best.

  38. Bob and family,
    I was saddened to learn of Diane’s passing. I worked with her many years ago at the Miles City Star. She always had a big smile and a bubbly personality; I enjoyed getting to know her. Hold on to your faith and treasure all the special memories of Diane. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

  39. Bob and the Rainey family,

    So sorry to read of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this time.

  40. Thoughts and prayers your way. Diane was a very nice lady always looked forward to visiting when we made our annual visit to office RIP

  42. Bob and family, I’m so sorry to hear this sad news. Diane was such a happy, good and kind person. She will be missed. My thoughts are prayers are with you all.

  43. My condolences to the family and friends of Diane. I met her at Curt Almy’s business. She was a very nice person to visit with. She will be greatly missed.

  45. Bob and family,
    So sorry to hear about Diane, thoughts and prayers to you all at this very sad and difficult time!
    Cindy and Dale Berg

  46. We are just so heartbroken to hear about Diane. She was such a strong lady until the very end. We will miss running into her as she was always up for a good chat. We are sending you all our prayers and love for the difficult days ahead. She was so very proud of her family. ❤️

  47. To Diane’s family and friends. This is truly an immense loss. She was a genuine soul always greeted you with a big smile and asked how you were. I will indeed miss her beautiful personality and friendship. Prayers and hugs to all.

  48. Bob and family,
    We are so sorry for your loss. This is heartbreaking. Diane was such a good person and always fun to visit with. Keeping you all in thought and prayer.

  49. Bob and the rest of the family, Denise and I were extremely sorry to see this. Denise had worked with Diane for a time and I worked with Bob for many years. It was a shock to see this. We offer our condolences and sympathy during this difficult period.

  50. Dear Bob, Amber, Ashley, and AJ-
    I am shocked and saddened to read of your beloved wife and mother‘s passing. I know the Lord is closer to all of you now more than ever, and you are in his loving, tender care. Sending my sympathy and prayerful condolences to each of you today, and in the coming days.
    Peace be with each of you!
    Kim Stanton

  52. Bob and Family,
    I am sorry to hear of Diane’s passing. She was one of a kind. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

  54. Heaven has gained one classy, beautiful lady. Sending your family my sympathy and prayers.
    Mary Ann Liles

  56. Our thoughts and prayers are with your families. It is so hard to believe. She was a great lady!

  58. Bob and Family: I am so sorry for your loss. I have known Diane since childhood. What a shining star. Her smile and kindness will forever be remembered by so many. May you find peace in your memories and each other during this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with each one of you.

  60. Diane was my student my first year of teaching. She was so kind, always smiling, and a joy to teach. My heartfelt sympathy to all her family and friends.

  61. So sorry to hear about Diane passing. She was always so very kind, funny and had an amazing smile. I am keeping you in my prayers for healing hearts as you will be missing her presence so much in the days to come.

  62. Even though Kyle and I knew Diane during high school days I didn’t get to work with her until rodeo time at the Eastern Montana Fair. She was always there to help with the queen detail and to offer a helping hand. She was beautiful, kind and always ready to help. To all the family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

  64. To my friend Bob and family,
    I am so very sorry for this great loss. May the good memories comfort you at this time and going forward. Her suffering is now over.

  66. Bob and Family, we are so sorry for the loss of your beautiful and beloved wife . Please find comfort in knowing that so many others are keeping you in their thoughts and prayers.

  67. Bob and (Quinlan) Rainey family I am so sorry to hear about Diane. Another life is taken too soon. My heart goes out to you & your family. Diane was a person who always brought joy and happiness to all who were fortunate to be in her company. Life isn’t the same and never will be. But there will come a time when all your memories of her will make you smile for having spent so many years together. Diane god Bless you in heaven. I’m so sorry to see you leave us. May God give you strength through this time of grief.

  68. Diane also worked with me at the Star when I was trying to retire
    . she was a great help but did not want the job. RIP and .and out lord will comfort you.

  69. To all of Diane’s family,
    Condolences to you all! I first met Diane when she worked at NZ’s with my Aunt Linda. Diane was a genuinely kind person. She was always willing to help if she could. We’re going to miss our go to notary, hearing her voice on the other end of the phone, and our visits when we’d stop by the office. May she rest in peace!

  70. Bob
    I am so sorry to hear this. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs my friend. RIP Diane.

  71. Bob and Family, Diane and I became friends working at NZ Shoes for several years. I am selfish but I already miss her. It is not the same walking into Curt’s office and her beautiful smile to greet me. We always had to visit for awhile before and afterwards. One of my first thoughts is her and Harvey are giving each other a bad time. She will be missed terribly by the community. She was always there to help however she could. Your family are in my prayers for strength during this terrible time.

  72. Bob and family. Sure am sorry for your loss, it’s nice to know we will be her again someday. Take care of yourself.

  73. To Diane’s Family
    Diane always had a sweet smile. Many wonderful memories of times together at the Rosebud School. Diane was so helpful at NZ Shoes. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  74. My sincerest condolences to the family. I loved Diane and her smile and her laughter. Rest in peace now.

  75. I am sorry for your loss, I remember going to school with Diane at Lincoln. Amber, Ashley you are in my prayer.

  76. We are so sorry for the loss of Diane. It will never be the same going to Curt’s office without Diane’s smiling face to greet us. She was just super nice and a joy to visit with. Rest in peace.

  77. Bob and family. When I went through the front door of Curts office it was a pleasure to see Diane. She would smile and give a nice welcome.
    May God give you comfort through this difficult time. Praying for you all!

  78. Bob and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.

  79. Our thoughts & prayers for you all during this difficult time.
    Diane is now at peace with her Savior and loved ones who
    went before. God Bless you richly.

  80. Our family has known the Quinlan Family for many years and was saddened to hear of the passing of Diane. Way too young. Hold onto your beautiful memories. Never easy but friends and family are there for you. Sending prayers and codolances. Morton, Sleaford & Jansen

  81. We were so shocked to hear about Diane’s passing ! What a kind and wonderful woman, whose legacy will live on in her wonderful, driven, and kind children. Rest in Peace, Diane.

  82. So sorry to hear of Diane’s passing.
    My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
    Diane was one my Avon customers/friend and were RA buddies.
    Whenever we meet each other in public we compare our treatment of our RA.
    She fought hard with this dang RA. I’ll miss not see her and having our quick chats,
    laughter, she a wonderful woman will be miss dearly.
    Rest in peace my RA friend.
    Hugs and love to you all.
    Carol LaRose Schuetzle

  83. Ashley, sorry for the loss of your of mom, treasure your memories and prayers for you and your family.

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