Leila Dine

Leila Dine, 91, of 11513 Dove Lane, St, Marys, OH died in her home on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 after an extended illness. She was born on March 27, 1933 to Frank and Elvira (Evers) Huber. She married Colston Lawrence (Larry) Dine on May 17, 1956. She is survived by eight of her children, 20 Grandchildren and 6 Great-Grandchildren. 

Daughter, Margaret (Peter) Dine Jergens of Cincinnati, OH. Granddaughter Andrea (Andrew) Granieri; Great- Grandchildren Clara Granieri and Michael Granieri; Granddaughter Erica (Brian) Carlson; Grandson Larry (Lucia) Dine; and Grandson Robert (Ali) Pickett. Daughter, Loraine (Dan) Burke of St. Marys, OH. Granddaughter Megan (Erik) Bonilla; Grandson Ryan Burke; and Grandson Colin (Alaina) Burke; Great-Grandchild Shepherd Burke; Daughter-in-law, Suzanne (Charles) Dine of St. Marys, OH. Granddaughter Nicole (Michael) Wooddell; Great-Grandchildren Adam Wooddell, Lydia Wooddell, and Valerie Wooddell; and Grandson Matthew Dine. Daughter, Carla (Greg) Dine Eaglowski of St. Marys, OH; Granddaughter Kasia Eaglowski. Daughter, Cecilia (Kenneth) Dine Jacobs of Beavercreek, OH. Granddaughter Elizabeth Jacobs and Granddaughter Laura (Preston) Victory. Daughter, Angela (Craig) Dine Schmeisser of New Bremen, OH. Grandson Michael (Caitlyn) Molaskey and Grandson Mitchell Molaskey. Daughter, Kathleen Dine of Black Mountain, NC. Grandchildren Lillian Dine Young and Skylar Dine Young. Daughter, Amanda (Jim) Dine Gamble of Millington, NJ. Granddaughters Winifred Gamble and Charlotte Gamble. Daughter, Stacia (Scott) Dine Axe of Celina, OH. Grandsons William Axe and Finn Axe. Also, survived by sister-in-law, Judy (Hooker) Huber and numerous nieces and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Elvira (Evers) Huber; her beloved husband, Colston Lawrence (Larry) Dine; her sons Charles Dine and Frank Dine; by her brothers, Melvin Huber and Thomas Huber; her sister and brother-in-law, Marylin and Frederick Wuebker; her sister, Della Stroot; and her sister and brother-in-law, Rita and Thomas Skuzinski. 

Leila was a 1951 graduate of Coldwater High School, spending her freshman year at Salem Heights Convent in Dayton, OH. She was employed at New Idea in Coldwater, OH before devoting the next chapter of her career to her parents' wholesale business. After falling in love with Larry Dine in 1956, they married and embarked on an adventure of love and togetherness for over 50 years. Leila devoted her life to her husband and children. She was an excellent cook and, together with Larry, hosted many wonderful family gatherings over the years that will be fondly cherished. Known for her vibrant spirit, she was never happier than when she was dancing or traveling with Larry, tending to her landscaping, or enjoying a good scotch, often enjoying multiple passions at once. As a young mother, she used her creativity to sew clothing for her growing family. She enjoyed researching and pursuing better health through holistic approaches and natural foods, decades before it became a trend. In midlife, and much to her delight, she became an avid, skilled golfer. Once her children were grown, she had more time to renew her creative interest in fine art, primarily working with watercolor and chalk pastels. She had an eye for beauty and was known for creating engaging and appealing spaces. A devout Catholic, Leila was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in St. Marys, OH. She will be remembered for always trying her best. Her legacy of creativity and devotion will continue to inspire all who knew her. She will be remembered with love by her family and friends. 

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11:00 am on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church in St. Marys. The family will receive friends from 9:00 am – 10:30 am at Cisco Funeral Home in St. Marys on Saturday morning. Burial will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery in St. Marys.  In lieu of flowers, friends may consider providing charitable contributions in memory of Leila to, Rustic Hope, 3666 Simon Rd, Russia, OH 45363. 

Cisco Funeral Homes of Celina & St. Marys are honored to care for Leila and her family. To pay respects and to leave virtual condolences or memories, visit www.ciscofuneralhome.com or Cisco Funeral Home Facebook page.