Diann Marie Lapadot, 78, of LaOtto, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2026, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Diann was born on July 3, 1948, to Robert and Delores (Winebrenner) Stolte, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. On November 30, 1968, Diann married Carl J Lapadot Jr, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He precedes her in death.

Diann worked for many years at RD Rubber in Garrett IN. After retirement, Diann enjoyed being a supporter of Garrett girl's athletics. She also enjoyed vacations, working at the Garrett Public Pool, caring for the family dogs, spending time with her friends and family, and watching birds.

Survivors include sons Bob (Natalie Cantrell) Lapadot, of LaOtto, Indiana, and Dan Lapadot, of LaOtto, Indiana; and brother Dennis (Kathy) Stolte, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, stepbrother Robert (Sandra) Voelker.

Diann is preceded in death by her husband Carl, parents Robert and Delores, stepfather Robert Voelker, stepbrother Bill Voelker, and grandmother Grace Gerardot.

Services will take place at a later date.

Care of the Lapadot family by Thomas Funeral Home, Garrett, Indiana.