Dianna

Kinch-Elia

Dianna Kinch-Elia, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend, passed away on November 9th, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, warmth, and vibrant light.

Born and raised in Everett, Massachusetts, Dianna was a proud graduate of Everett High School, Class of 1970. She went on to train at Massachusetts General Hospital to become a dedicated medical transcriptionist. Building on her experience at MGH, Dianna channeled her entrepreneurial spirit into founding her own successful business, TypeRite Transcription. Later in her career, she returned to her roots at MGH before retiring in 2015. Following retirement, she and her husband embarked on a beautiful new chapter, moving to Sumner, Maine, to enjoy their golden years.

An effervescent woman who truly never met a stranger, Dianna had a remarkable gift for bringing joy and light everywhere she went. She was naturally the life of the party, with a contagious smile and a deep passion for gardening, caring for animals, and cherishing time with her wide circle of friends and family.

Dianna is reunited in peace with her father, Thomas F. Kinch Jr.; her mother, Violet Williams; and her brother, Tommy Kinch.

Her memory will be forever cherished by her devoted husband, John Elia of Sumner, ME; her loving daughter, Shannon Vandevoordt (Lynch) and husband Ken of North Reading, MA; her stepsons, John Elia Jr. and his wife Kimberly, and David Elia; and her adored grandchildren, Ryan and Julian Vandevoordt.

She also leaves behind her cherished niece, Christine Azevedo ( Kinch) and husband Larry; her nephews, Shawn Lynch and wife Lindy, Harrison Bookstein and wife Pamela, and Matthew Flagg and wife Marissa; as well as her grandnieces and grandnephews, Livia and Mason Lynch, Teddy and Henry Bookstein, and Maddie, Teagan, and Hudson Flagg, along with many extended family members and dear friends.

Dianna’s radiant spirit, humor, and unconditional love touched everyone fortunate enough to know her. Though she will be profoundly missed, her light lives on in the hearts of those who loved her.

Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend a visitation at the J.F. Ward Funeral Home, 772 Broadway, Everett, on Monday, November 16th, from 9 am to 11 am, followed by a Funeral Mass celebrated at Immaculate Conception Church, 487 Broadway, Everett, at 11:30 am.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Dianna’s memory may be made to the American Cancer Society. Click on American Cancer Society for link.