Billie "Dianne" Ryan

Billie "Dianne" Ryan, 76, of Newton, passed away Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at her home. Born February 17th, 1948, she was the daughter of Charles Walter Barker Jr. and Anna Jane Barker.

Dianne was an artist and jewelry designer who loved to create beautiful things. She had a deep love for reading and a strong imagination. As an only child, she cherished her close friends and considered them like sisters. A woman of faith, Dianne dedicated her life to sharing Bible teachings as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

She is survived by her husband, Michael Ryan; her daughter, Alisha Gates and husband, Mark Gates of Newton, NC; and her son, Sean Ryan and wife Megan Ryan of Prescott, AZ.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Anna Barker.

She will be remembered for her creativity, kindness, and love for her family and friends.

Please sign the online guestbook at www.caringcremations.net. The Ryan family has entrusted arrangements to Caring Cremations Life Celebrations and Funerals at 828-855-3350.