VIRGINIA – Dianna Kay Brunk, 72, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2025, at her home.

She was born November 19, 1952, to Joseph and Ruth (Nagel) Sheppard; both of whom preceded her in death. She married Reginald Brunk on February 24, 1984, in Virginia.

Dianna loved to cook and was a master baker, who loved sharing her delicious creations with family and friends. She also enjoyed knitting, golfing, bowling and playing cards with friends. She was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan and a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Virginia. Her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandson.

She is survived by her husband, Reg; children, Carolie Carter, Melissa Bell (Mike), Joshua Brunk (Dena) and Christopher Brunk; grandchildren, Luke, Lacie, Brennen, Reagan, Joseph, Ryleigh and Fischer; one great-grandson, Silas, and a great-granddaughter on the way; siblings, Steve Sheppard (Traci), Marlene Bauman (Ed), Marcia Sheppard (Gary Claybourn) and Jamie Tendick (Mo); and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: United Cerebral Palsy.