Dr. Diane Geraldine Lebesgue

Dr. Diane Géraldine Lebesgue passed away, Saturday, August 30, 2014, at her home in Jackson, MS. She was born August 20, 1968 in Lons Le Saunier, France. Diane was a talented Neuroscientist who made important contributions to the study of the brain and behavior. She was a valued friend and colleague in the Department of Neurobiology Anatomical Sciences at UMMC. Diane lived her life with passion, and had a love of nature and horses that she shared with her many friends. She is survived by her parents, Gerard and Nelly Lebesgue of France; sisters, Virginie Lebesgue of France and Florence (Gilberto) Barailler of Italy; nephews, Alex and Flavio Barailler of Italy. Visitation will be from 10:00am-11:00am on Wednesday, September 3, 2014 at Chancellor Funeral Home in Byram. A graveside service will be held at 12:30pm Wednesday, September 3, at Natchez Trace Cemetery in Madison. In lieu of flowers, donations made be to the American Cancer Society.