Diane Van Deventer Obituary (1928 - 2024)

WINSLOW - Diane H. Van Deventer passed peacefully with family at her side on April 15, 2024, in Waterville, Maine. Diane was born on Nov. 13, 1928, in Lockport, NY to M. Aloysius and Blanche Hopkins. She graduated from SUNY Brockport State Teachers College and married her college sweetheart Raymond W. Van Deventer. Diane was an elementary school teacher in Lockport, a frequent substitute at Sanborn, and a classroom teacher at Starpoint Central. When Diane and Ray retired, they moved to Florida. Diane worked with many charities, enjoyed jewelry making, traveling, reading and playing bridge and mahjong. Diane is survived by daughters Linda Haag (Carl) of Winslow and Kathy Chandler (Howard) of Lexington, KY: eight grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; sister Linda McGrath, sister-in-law Diane Pentz; and nieces and nephews. Diane was predeceased by her husband Ray and son John. The family invites you to a Celebration of Life for Diane at St. Bridget's Center in North Vassalboro, Maine on June 24, at 11:30 a.m. An online guestbook may be signed, condolences and memories shared at www.aablecremationservice.com In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Diane Van Deventer to: Winslow Public Library 136 Halifax St. Winslow, ME 04901 or: Good Shepherd Food Bank of Maine P.O. Box 479 Lewiston, ME 04243-0479.