Teresa Toni Diogo

Teresa Toni Diogo, 59, of Milford, passed away at her home on Saturday, March 26, 2022. Toni was born to the late James Lofland and Mildred Glenora (Megee) Walls in Seaford, Delaware on March 15, 1963. Toni was a lifetime resident of Milford, and she graduated from Milford High School in 1981. She was a cheerleader during her teen years, but she was known to be the biggest cheerleader for her children, family, and friends throughout her entire life. Toni was proud of the house she and her husband, Joe built together in Milford. She spent much of her time outdoors and loved to visit 3 R’s Beach and the Cape Henlopen State Park. She also enjoyed camping at Cherrystone and Chincoteague. She was a member of Avenue United Methodist Church. Toni had a naturally cheerful attitude and was a lover of all music and nights out dancing. She had a contagious laugh, often paired with her dry or sarcastic sense of humor. She was a devoted wife and excellent mother who cherished her two children above all else. She was selfless, strong, warm, and generous. In addition to her parents, Toni is preceded in death by her sister, Jeannette Reale; her niece, Missy Rogers Williamson; and her uncle, Harry B. Walls. She will be greatly missed by her husband of 26 years, Joseph Arthur Diogo; her son, Zachary Diogo of Lewes; her daughter, Rachel Glen Diogo of Georgetown; her siblings, James A. Walls (Judy) of Texas, Robert B. Walls (Elaine) of Milford, Molly Kirby of Milford, and William M. Walls (Donna) of Milford; numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members and friends; her special nephew and niece, T.J. and Zyana Fisher; as well as her loyal K-9 companion, Duke. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at 2:00 at Avenue United Methodist Church, 20 Church St. Milford, DE 19963. A time of visitation will begin at 1:00. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations be made to Avenue UMC, 20 Church St. Milford, DE 19963. Arrangements are in the care of Berry-Short Funeral Home, Milford. Online condolences may be sent at shortfuneralservicesandcremation.com.