of Conway, AR
November 7, 1951 - September 5, 2017
Diane Lynn Dow, 65, of Conway, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 5, 2017. She was born November 7, 1951 in Burbank, California.
Diane was of the Methodist faith and a lifelong resident of Conway. She was employed as a licensed professional counselor at Families Are Special and Centers for Youth and Families. Diane was a graduate of the University of Central Arkansas and obtained her B.S. in psychology and M.S. in counseling psychology. She was a lifelong counselor both professionally and to everyone around her or anyone standing in line at Wal-Mart. Diane was also a big truck driver for 3 years. She performed as Nellie Forbush in South Pacific in 1973 and in ''Lil Abner,'' a musical, with her husband Sammy in the Community Arts Production. She loved to sing and performed at multiple functions throughout the community. Diane also enjoyed Sci-Fi, exploring ditches and country roads, telling stories, and taking her grandkids on family adventures. She had a free spirit and was an adventurer who loved to go ''junkin'.''
Diane is preceded in death by her parents, the late Fred and Joyce Mauterstock, and her beloved in-laws Erkle and Wainrite Dow. She is survived by Sammy Dow, her husband of 48 years, her children, Sara and Dennis Show and Adam Dow of Conway and Julie and Chris Dow of Jonesboro, her grandkids, Connor and Keira Dow and Kara, Sam, and Max Show, and her siblings, Dawn Bradley and Billy Mauterstock.
A memorial service will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, September 16th at Wesley United Methodist Church with Reverend Charles Sigman officiating. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the CCU staff and the second and third floor staff at Conway Regional, the CCU staff at Springhill Baptist in North Little Rock, and the long-term staff at Heritage Living Center. In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to Families Are Special at 2200 Main St., North Little Rock, AR 72114.
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12 Condolence(s)
Janie Nesbitt Jones
Wednesday, April 18, 2018
I just today learned of Diane's passing. We were classmates, and she was one of my favorite people. I loved her beautiful smile and hearty laugh. Though I hadn't seen her since high school, I always thought I would someday. I guess this is a reminder to find those people who made a difference in your life and tell them how special they were to you.
Melissa
Tuesday, January 30, 2018
Diane literally saved my life & helped me work through so many problems. She took me from a place of desperation and despair and gave me the tools to get back on my feet. I saw her every week for 3 years. She was a truly amazing person & very gifted at what she did. I will never forget her.
Jennifer Harness
Monday, September 18, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. Some of my favorite memories of church at Wesley were hearing Diane sing. You are all in my prayers.
Earlene Morgan
Saturday, September 16, 2017
I am so sorry to hear about Diane. I hadn't seen her in years but have such fond memories of growing up as neighbors. We spent a lot of nights together as kids and got into a lot of mischief on Acklin Gap Road! Praying for family.
Donna Johnson
Friday, September 15, 2017
So sorry for your loss Sammy and family. I can still hear her singing at our wedding over 44 years ago. So glad she was able to be in our wedding. I know you wil. Miss her dearly. Your all in my prayers.
doug darter
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
Saddened to hear Sammy. I remember y'all well from when I worked at heiletgers for bill. Diane was so kind to me and always struck me as a person who would do anything for anybody if she could bless you and your family, Doug
Dru Dace
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
Diane was basically my second mom for many years growing up, as Adam and I got in many adventures. She was a wonderful woman who will be extremely missed. Love you Dow Family.
Ron and Karen Matthews
Tuesday, September 12, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. God bless.
Philip and Rosemary Doyle
Monday, September 11, 2017
Sammy and family, simple words cannot express the sadness we felt after hearing of your loss. Don't mourn that she is gone, smile that she was in your life. May God be with you.
"Earthquake"
Patti and Jerry Reynolds
Sunday, September 10, 2017
Sammy we are so sorry to hear. Our prayers are with you and the family as you go through the days ahead. Diane's sweet personality and big smile are the things I remember the most. God bless you all.
Vickie Butler
Sunday, September 10, 2017
Sam and family, please accept by condolences. I loved Diane and will miss her. She was so much fun to talk to and whenever I ran into her we took up right where we left off. Sara, please know I will be praying for you, I know you were very close to your mom. She was a special lady.
Tommy Cogdell
Sunday, September 10, 2017
Sorry to hear of your loss our thoughts are with you and the family.