Diane McAdams Shaw

1942 - 2012

Diane McAdams Shaw obituary, 1942-2012

BORN

1942

DIED

2012

Diane Shaw Obituary

Diane McAdams Shaw January 15, 1942 - October 26, 2012 Diane McAdams Shaw was born on January 15, 1942 to Mr. David McAdams and Mary McAdams. She passed away on October 26, 2012. The Funeral/Mass will be on Friday, November 2, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at Christ the King Catholic Church. The rosary will be held on November 1, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. at Christ the King Catholic Church. She is survived by her husband, Donald Shaw, her brother, Tom Judd, and three sons along with their families: Tom and Kim Judd of Clovis with children Jon and Kayla; Dennis and Leann with children Hannah, Hailey, Hope and Daniel; David and Denise with children Jake and Luke and Damon with daughter Sydnee. Diane was born in Long Beach, CA before she moved to Bakersfield. Diane graduated from Garces High School in 1960 and later attended Bakersfield Jr. College where she earned her associates degree as a dental assistant. Diane worked as a dental assistant for a few years before getting married to Don Shaw. She later worked at Bakersfield College for 23 years where she made many friends and helped countless students. Diane enjoyed spending time with family and friends, working on her crafts, and participating with healing Masses and other spiritual activities. The family would like to thank the many care givers from Memorial Hospital, Hoffmann Hospice and The Park who served and loved our mother in her final days. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Vincent De Paul, 300 Baker Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305 or to the charity of your choice. www.bakersfield.com/obits

Published by Bakersfield Californian on Oct. 31, 2012.
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Diane was such a joy to work with. I worked in the Business Office and she would come over and visit us and bring some of the beautiful dolls she made to show us.

Edwina Rauser

October 25, 2021

Diane. I know you are in great company in Heaven with my mom,dad,and grandma.You will be missed by many who you always looked after like they were your own kids.God Bless you and your family.My prayers are with Dennis,David,Damon and families.

Susan Covey

November 10, 2012

David & Dennis, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Lora, Ross and the Exemplis Family

Lora Anthony

November 5, 2012

Diane taught me the ropes in the office of admissions. A very kind person with a huge personality. It was a pleasure knowing her and calling her "my friend". RIP

Richard J Parker

November 3, 2012

Diane will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She was a special lady and fun to work with at BC for 25 years.

Edwina Rauser

November 2, 2012

Diane,
I remember all the years of terrorizing your neighborhood with David. It seems like it was just yesterday. Thanks for watching over us and holding back the reins.

You were a blessing to my mother when she started working at BC. Thanks for watching over her. I know you guys are having the party of your lives up there! Enjoy!

Mike Hale

November 1, 2012

I will miss Diane. She made friends wherever she went and I am happy to be one of them. She loved the Lord deeply and it's a comfort to know that she is resting safely in His arms. Prayers for peace and comfort go out to the Shaw Family.
God bless you all. Janet Skibinski

Janet Skibinski

November 1, 2012

Don. I am sorry to hear about Diane. I remember her from high school and after. She was always a class act and was fun to be around.

Gerard (Jerry) Green

October 31, 2012

Diane was so talanted and creative with her dolls and misc. items she made. I was happy to see she finally retired from B.C. and was able to devote time to her many crafts. We went to high school at Garces and she was a special friend with a smile always, I will miss her.

Sheila Eynaud

October 31, 2012

I'll always remember the fun & carefree days when we were classmates @ St. Francis Elementary. You & your best friend, Rose Lee, were always laughing about something which made others start laughing. I remember being so nervous when I began working @ B.C., but you helped me quickly put those nerves to rest. I'll never forget you & all the laughs we shared! 'Till we see one another again my sweet friend...Robbie Bonas

October 31, 2012

SAT's will never be the same without you. I will miss hearing about your shopping trips in the early mornings before testing. You were a great friend.

Shelia Fuller

October 31, 2012

Frans A.Colley: Diane was a friend and a wonderful crafty designer. She will be missed.

October 31, 2012

Diane,
We enjoyed many years of working together at B.C. and sharing our love of crafting. I know how much you enjoyed creating your dolls. You will be missed by many and you will always have a place in my heart.
Your friend, Lynda

October 31, 2012

You were one of the sweetest people I worked with at B.C. Always ready to help, a voice of calm. It has been a privlidge to have worked with you and call you my friend. R.I.P. sweet lady.

Jo Moore

October 31, 2012

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