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Diane Maxey Obituary
went to be with the Lord on March 25, 2012. She was a loving, caring Christian wife, mother and grandmother. She was born February 26, 1943 to Gaston and Jackie Meadows in Lufkin, Texas and she married her husband, William Maxey on September 5, 1964. Diane was a fantastic Watercolor Artist and teacher. She won numerous awards in national competitions with her paintings and shared her gift and love of art as a teacher, teaching Art Workshops throughout the US and Internationally. Diane has left her color on the world with her husband, daughter, son, grandson, granddaughters, brother and parents. Her memorial service will be held at 10:30 AM, on Friday morning March 30, 2012, at the First Southern Baptist Church of Scottsdale, located at 5230 N Scottsdale Road.
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Memories and Condolences
for Diane Maxey
Bill O'Leary
October 5, 2021
Memories
August 9, 2012
I am so sorry to hear this. I took workshops with Diane. She was an amazing teacher, artist and person. She will be missed. I have one of her painting aprons and I always think of her and her squirrel brushes when I paint.
Kathy Bozsan
April 12, 2012
To Diane's family,
We are friends of Diane's brother, Mike and his family, through the First Baptist Church in Boerne. Please know we are praying comfort for your family in the loss of your loved one.
To us Diane's art was a well kept secret! I can see that her heart reflects the heart of God through her art. I'm only sorry that we never had the opportunity to meet such a beautiful person. Rob & Kathy Bozsan
Kay & Gordon Thanisch
April 8, 2012
Maxey,
We just learned of Diane's death. What memories we share. Know that you and family are in our thoughts and prayers. Love to you all. Kay and Gordon
Betsy Stroud
March 31, 2012
Maxey, Rob, and Dana,
Here is the article I wrote for the AWA Newsletter. I was limited by space and there was much more I wanted to say. One of the most prominent characteristics of Diane's sunlit paintings was her fascination with light. It was the light of spring, and I feel it was also the ethereal light in Diane's spirit shining through. May the invisible arms of your friends wrapped tightly around you give you solace.
All My Love,
Betsy Dillard Stroud
Article follows:
Diane's Legacy
By Betsy Dillard Stroud
Our wonderful friend, talented artist and beloved teacher, Diane Maxey died on March 25th. Diagnosed with brain, lung and liver cancer several years ago, Diane “fought the good fight with all her might.� We all can learn much from Diane. Diane taught us that an indomitable spirit can conquer pain and a terminal diagnosis. Diane proved beyond the shadow of a doubt that with stalwart determination and faith, she would continue to paint and teach until the very end. Just ten days ago, we sat in a circle at our last 22 x 30 meeting. Frail but always enthusiastic, Diane exclaimed, "I'm just afraid I won't have time to paint all the ideas I have." Let us celebrate the life of this remarkable artist. Let us honor her commitment to her mission, her ability to express the beauty of the world through her paintings. Let us remember her dedication to her students. Carl Sandburg wrote, "Some dreams are stronger than death." I believe that Diane is already painting up a storm in Heaven. Her legacy is everlasting.
carole hillsbery
March 30, 2012
sweet, funny and amazingly gifted. beautiful heart and soul. we are so much better for having known her!
Patricia Rios
March 30, 2012
What an incredible person Diane was in my life. Carol Hillsbery and I would go to her workshops at her house and she challenged us, helped us, encouraged us, and became our friend. I'm certainly missing her smiley face and caring ways.
Joni Falk
March 30, 2012
What a blessing to have known Diane, a beautiful artist and a beautiful friend. Her legacy will continue in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. She will be missed.
Joni and Bob Falk
March 29, 2012
...and flights of angels see thee to thy rest.
K
Carole Myers
March 29, 2012
To Diane's family:
May our Lord be your source of comfort and strength in your time of sorrow! See: John 14:1-3, 1 Thess. 4:13-18.
As an artist acquaintance, I have admired Diane's paintings for many years, plus her beautiful Christian Spirit!
With love,
Carole Myers
George Porter
March 29, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Lufkin High School Class of 1961, George Porter
D. & JP Frignac
March 29, 2012
Bill, our hearts are with you. Diane was the greatest teacher with the joy of her humor and classes were the best....we will miss her and her beautiful art. Thinking of you and your family, all our love.
Kenny Austin
March 28, 2012
Bill, Diane's classmates of LHS class of 1961 thoughts and prayers are with you on this sorrowful occasion. It was so good to see you two at our 50th reunion last September. Know that we all loved her.
LHS Class of 1961
Richard Reuland
March 28, 2012
We'll miss you and always remember the good times we shared. Chrisrine & Rick
Nancy Herbst
March 28, 2012
Diane showed me The Light. She also showed me the shadows, the reflected light, and other important artist stuff such as how to set up a watercolor palette. I learned so much from her that she has influenced every one of my paintings, including what inspires me, and for that I will always be grateful. Please know that I am not alone in these sentiments, as she has shown hundreds of artists "The Light".
March 28, 2012
My deepest sympathies to you William and your family. May your lovely memories of Diane bring you comfort now and in the future.
Margie Chancey Reynolds
Don Caldwell
March 28, 2012
Bill, I pray that God will help comfort you and yours. Romana and I cared deeply for you and Diane. We hope that time and God will help you through this time of grieving
Amy Zlotnick
March 28, 2012
My thoughts are with you and your family, I will always remember the good times we had, the years and holidays shared. Amy Zlotnick
March 28, 2012
William, please accept our prayers and love from both Sharon and I in this difficult time. We so enjoyed visiting with you and Dianne during reunions and deeply regret we did not make it out to Arizona to take you all up on the invitation to visit your home. Jerry Adams
Bill Royle
March 28, 2012
William
My prayers are with you.
Bill Royle
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