Dana Marie Lilley died peacefully at Community Hospital South on January 29th, 2025. She was surrounded by family and reminded often of how loved she was in her final days. She is survived by her two sons (Kyle and Kaleb) and daughter (Kelsey), her three granddaughters (Layla, Olivia, and Temperance), her brother (John), and her father (Bruce).

Dana was born March 12th, 1969 in Portsmouth Virginia to her parents Bruce and Diane Lilley. She graduated from Southport High School in 1987, and would later go on to earn her Registered Nursing License in 1992. She worked as a caregiver for those in assisted living as well as a home health care aide for many years.

Dana will be remembered for her compassion for people and animals, for her sharp sense of humor, and for her headstrong and independent personality. She will be missed greatly by friends and family alike.