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Diane Jolly Obituary
Born on May 28, 1957, in Mansfield, Ohio, to Jim and Dorothy (Campbell) McQuiston, Diane had an adventurous spirit. As she often said, she "got to Texas as fast as she could" at the age of 20, making it her cherished home. She spent nearly 40 years in Houston before embracing a more serene life in East Texas.
Diane was a devoted fan of the Houston Texans, never missing a home game, even after moving four hours away. She found immense joy in international travel, cherished time spent with her friends and delighted in spoiling her grandchildren and beloved dogs.
She is survived by her loving daughter, Nicole Escoto, and her husband John; four grandchildren, Dakota Turner of Temple, Logan Turner of Liberty Hill, Montana Harris of Gatesville, and Zoey Turner of Big Sandy; and four great-grandchildren, Tre Pitts, Kingston Pitts, Adalynn Harris, and Adonis Turner. Diane was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Kenny McQuiston; and her sister, Gail Gerhart.
Memorial donations in Diane's honor may be made to the American Cancer Society to support lung cancer research.
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Katie Williams
May 24, 2025
My heat is sadden. Diane was my friend of many many years. We laughed a lot and cried a lot too. We shared our dreams of ourselves and our children. I´m amazed that Nicole is so much like her Mama (beautiful, loving and giving). We loved good food, good Christian concerts and a good sunny day by the pool. I will always remember my dear sweet friend of much loving memories.
Barb Smith Davis
May 22, 2025
So sad to learn of Diane's passing. The last I saw Diane,was at Gail's funeral. I spent a lot of time at McQuistons when I was a kid. Gail and I were very good friends and Diane and my sister were friends as well. Such a cute kid she was, and grew to be a beautiful woman. Prayers and deep sympathies for all of you. Sincerely Barb Davis
Althea Edwards
May 22, 2025
Diane has such a sweet spirit! She will be missed!!! I am praying for her family!
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Pat Lazar
May 21, 2025
Nicole, My sincere sympathy to you and your family. Your mom was a beautiful person inside and out and she will be missed. She was very proud of you. You were a wonderful daughter!! God Bless you. Pat your mom's cousin from Ellwood City Pa.
Jim and Ginger Reilly
May 21, 2025
Nicole and family, So sorry to hear about your mom's passing. We had been praying for her. We haven't seen her since her mom passed away. Sad that we are losing our cousins.
Donna Lyles
May 21, 2025
Diane and I served in children's ministry and sat together every Sunday in church. She was a great friend for many years, intelligent, sweet spirited and loved the Lord Jesus Christ with all her heart. She has now gone to her real home in heaven where she will suffer no more pain and will joyfully serve the Lord. Nicole, my prayers are with you and your family.
Heather
May 21, 2025
Nicole & Family, I am so sorry to learn of your mom's battle with cancer/passing. Thank you Jesus that while we still deeply grieve it is not a grief like that of those who have no hope. We know goodbye on earth is really just a see you real soon in heaven. May the Lord bless, keep and hold you all. Heather
Pam Niemeyer (Co-worker)
May 21, 2025
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Gene Moses
May 21, 2025
Sweet Diane,
I´m so sorry you lost your battle with cancer, but I rejoice that you are with Jesus! We will meet again sweet friend!
Pam Price
May 21, 2025
Diane was an amazing friend to me for over 23 years. We worked together at CenterPoint and she was probably the smartest person I worked with. We became fast friends and went to almost all of the Houston Texans games together, even after she moved to Big Sandy.
I loved Diane, and will miss her immensely.
Roger Porter jr
May 21, 2025
We will miss you Aunt Diane. Prayers for the family. Love Rogie
Darlene Bohland
May 21, 2025
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Remembering Diane as such a kind person in high school.
Kimberley
May 21, 2025
I´m so sorry to hear of Dianne´s passing.. shocking. I knew her while attending The Sanctuary in Richmond, Texas. Beautiful lady inside and out. She had a deep love of Our Lord and Savior and is safe and secure in His arms. I pray for her family to be comforted during this time.
Debbie streety
May 21, 2025
My sincere condolences my sweetheart. It's hard saying goodbye to a BFF of 43 years. Memories last forever and I have a ton of those. Till we meet again my Angel. Tell Jojo hello
Marlene Lane
May 21, 2025
So sorry to hear this; we use to have a life group together will be praying for family
Bonnie Fabritius
May 21, 2025
Your loss has stunned me, Cuz. I will miss you so much, which seems impossible since we've only seen each other a few times as adults. Our closeness was Facebook produced, but meant the world to me! And Steeler/Texan games just won't be the same. RIP Diane. You are forever in my heart. Nicole and family, my sympathy and prayers are with you. May God grant you peace and comfort in your grief.
Wendy (Westfield) Jackson
May 21, 2025
My deepest condolences to Diane's Family for your loss. Diane was a wonderful, loving and real person. She will be greatly missed by everyone who ever knew her. May she now be in the hands of our Lord in Heaven.
Melissa Mendiola
May 21, 2025
I´m so sorry for your loss Diane was the sweetest person I had ever met and so kind she will be missed .
Leroy Mcquiston
May 21, 2025
My condolences
Cheryl (Hatfield)Hopkins
May 21, 2025
Many great memories of spending the night with Diane where they lived by the R/Tracks. We used to celebrate our birthday together alot, mine is the 31st. May God bless all of you in this time of sorrow. In my prayers
Dakota turner
May 21, 2025
The heavens needed you more but our love for you will never die , thank you for the years of love and laughter , the endless grand daughter dates and late nights watching the game show network . You´ve got the best seat in the house for all the Texans games now . Rest easy my sweet grandma I love you
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