Diana Frances Palumbo Obituary: Franklin Lakes Woman, 42, Remembered by Her Family and Community

Diana Frances Palumbo, 42, of Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, died on November 2, 2026. Her family has announced visitation for November 6 and a funeral Mass on November 7.

Diana Palumbo’s Passing and Family Tribute

Diana Frances Palumbo of Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, died on Monday, November 2, 2026, at the age of 42, according to her obituary published by Vander May Wayne Colonial Funeral Home. Her passing has left her husband, children, parents, brother and wider circle of loved ones mourning her loss.

Born on April 16, 1984, on Long Island, New York, Diana was the daughter of Charles and Linda Zittel. She grew up with her brother Adam, first in Glen Rock and later in Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey.

Remembering Diana’s Life and Interests

Diana was an accomplished athlete from a young age. She played soccer as a fullback with the Wyckoff Torpedoes and earned a place on the Northern Highlands High School varsity team during her freshman year. She also participated in track.

Her family’s obituary remembers her as someone who brought people together and enjoyed spending time with friends. She loved music, the beach and travelling, particularly to Caribbean destinations including Aruba, Saint Lucia and Saint Maarten.

The obituary also describes her as a devoted wife, mother, aunt, sister and friend, highlighting her generosity, honesty, thoughtfulness and protective nature toward those she loved.

Family and Loved Ones

Diana is survived by her husband, John Palumbo, and their three sons, Luca, Matteo and Nico. Her surviving family also includes her parents, Charles and Linda Zittel; her brother, Adam Zittel, and his wife, Jessica; her aunt, Patricia Cancilla; and her niece and nephew, Alessia and Tristan Zittel.

Her obituary also remembers several relatives who died before her, including her father-in-law, Giuseppe Palumbo, and other members of the Zittel and Carbone families.

Funeral and Memorial Arrangements

Vander May Wayne Colonial Funeral Home has announced the following arrangements:

• Visitation: Friday, November 6, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Vander May Wayne Colonial Funeral Home, 567 Ratzer Road, Wayne, New Jersey.

• Funeral Mass: Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 10 a.m. at Most Blessed Sacrament Parish, 787 Franklin Lake Road, Franklin Lakes, New Jersey.

• Interment: Maryrest Cemetery and Mausoleum, 770 Darlington Avenue, Mahwah, New Jersey.

In lieu of flowers, the family has invited memorial donations in Diana’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Our heartfelt condolences go to John, their three sons, the Zittel and Palumbo families, and everyone mourning Diana’s passing.

Obituary: Diana Frances Palumbo, 42, of Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, died on November 2, 2026.

Cause of Death: Not disclosed in the funeral home obituary. No cause should be assumed.

Funeral Arrangements: Visitation on November 6, followed by a funeral Mass on November 7, 2026, and burial at Maryrest Cemetery and Mausoleum.

Disclaimer

This tribute is based on the obituary published by Vander May Wayne Colonial Funeral Home, which provides the reported date of death, age, family information and service arrangements. The family’s published notice does not disclose a cause of death. The article therefore makes no claim about the circumstances of Diana’s passing.