Diane Jacobs-Pauley Ottie, of Brussels, WI, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2025, surrounded by family. Diane, beloved wife of late David Pauley, was born in Cedarburg, WI on August 28, 1948, and is survived by her sisters Deborah Jacobs and Dawn Davis both of Whitefish Bay and niece Mallory (Adam) Davis Deutch of Milwaukee; also surviving are in-laws, Linda (Eugene) Blodgett and Kenneth (Mary) Pauley of Louisiana and other nieces and nephews, cousins, and many friends close to her heart. Diane was a kind and compassionate soul, known for her deep love of animals and her devotion to her family. Her humor, generosity, kind spirit, and joy of life touched all who knew her. Diane’s presence will be deeply missed but forever remembered by her family, friends, and the many lives—both human and animal—that she touched along the way. A private service will be held in her honor and a celebration of life will follow in the Spring. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to ASPCA or the Door County Humane Society, 3475 Park Drive, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235. Forbes Funeral Home assisted the family.