Posted by: Neal Andrews
During the 1993-94 school year, I was blessed to be placed as a student teacher in Dianne's 5th grade class at Piney Grove Elem. I recognized immediately the gift Dianne possessed as a educator, mentor, and friend. Ever since I have always tried my best to emulate her style and practices in everything I do in my classroom. I last met with Diane in 2002. I wanted her to know just how much she had encouraged and impacted me. In her special way, she deflected all praise. Anyone can count the number of seeds in an apple. Only God knows the number of apples in a seed. Dianne will always be an inspiration for me... I will try to keep her legacy alive in the classroom.
11/01/2012
Posted by: Stephanie Tipton
Ms Williams was my 2nd grade teacher back at Kernersville Elementary School over 20yrs ago. I still remember her warm hugs and sweet smile. She was my favorite teacher. I still saw her occasionally out an about in Kernersville throughout these years, and she always remembered me, and I always got that warm hug I remembered as a second grader. I recently heard of her passing and I wanted to express my deepest sympathies to the family of my favorite teacher and friend.
09/09/2011
Posted by: Janice Neal
Dianne will be missed. She was a great neighbor
04/26/2011
Posted by: Linda Chandlee
I will miss Dianne more than words can describe. From the moment I met her in college I knew we would be great friends. She was the greatest roommate ever, and we had the most exceptional times back then. Dianne was so beautiful and so much fun to be around!! I will never hear a Fleetwood Mac song without thinking of her. Through the years we always had each other's back. I'll miss our long discussions about teaching, spirituality, life, and love. Peggy and Roger were the greatest parents and made me feel like family. I know Dianne is healthy and having a blast in heaven, but there will be a hole in my life until we meet again. Dianne, your courage and absolute willpower will never be forgotten. My thoughts are also with Peggy, Debbie, Cindy, Eric, Kayla and Haleigh. The love and care you showed Dianne is a testament to her as well as your own beautiful souls.
04/25/2011
Posted by: Samona Ingram
Debbie, I just want you to know that I have been thinking of you and your family. I'll always remember Dianne as a a good teacher who seemed to enjoy her students and her work.
04/25/2011
Posted by: Kelly Palmer
Dianne was one of the first people I met at Union Cross Elementary when I was hired to work for her during a medical leave a few years ago.
Dianne warmly and generously lead me through her classroom like it was her home. Being far from my home in Vermont, I felt comforted by her welcoming spirit. When I was with Dianne, I knew that God had blessed me by giving me the opportunity to meet her.
Beyond leading me through a grade level that I had never taught, she asked me to share about myself and about my family. It was more important to Dianne that she knew who I was and not what I knew. This is how she treated everyone she came in contact with. It's no surprise to me that she was a very successful teacher.
I am forever grateful for the times we spent chatting in her classroom, and for being honored to work in her "home."
My prayers are with her family & my friends at Union Cross Elementary.
04/22/2011
Posted by: Ronnie and Lynne Hanes
We are so sorry for your loss. Dianne was a very special person and will be missed by so many people. All of her family are in our thoughts and prayers.
04/22/2011
Posted by: Elaine Laws
Dianne will be missed so much. I had the pleasure of teaching with Dianne when I first began teaching 5th grade at Piney Grove. She was such an inspiration and tremendous mentor. She will be forever missed as a friend!
04/21/2011
Posted by: Sheilah Carroll
Dianne:
I came by to see you as you were 'going home' Tuesday morning. But, of course you know that.
You never knew what a positive influence you were to me. Your strength and faith seemed to transfer to me each time we talked. I thank you for that, which has made me a better person for knowing you.
My love,
04/21/2011
Posted by: GINGER SWAIM WHITT
Might deepest sympathy is with the family
04/20/2011
Posted by: Myra Simmons Cowan
Diane was a good friend. We shared a special group of friends from Jr High to High School. Diane went to sleep in Winston-Salem and woke up in Heaven.
04/20/2011
Posted by: Vicki Hoss
I sure loved her kind heart and warm smile. She made everyone feel special--especially her kids. As the memorial said, Heaven is a brighter when she entered. She will be missed!
04/20/2011
Posted by: Britt Mittemeijer
I have known Diane for many years and have seldom met someone with her spiritual qualities and desire to live life consciously and with integrity. We were in a sharing group together and got to know each other very well.
Diane had my full admiration because of her deep desire for harmony, caring and sharing love with everyone around her. She knew about her illness and her body's affinity for cancer, but her courageous spirit always lifted her up and she affirmed her blessings more than bemoan her disease. Her spirits were clearly on the positive side of life.
Her teaching occupation consumed her and it is no surprise that she was honored as "Teacher of the Year." She loved all her students and her dedication to them was complete. Other than her students, she enjoyed her grandchildren, and, when we were together, she talked endlessly about them, their achievements in growing up, and her total love for them.
I can truly say that few people I know combine charm, sincerity and depth of character, and joy in living the way Diane did. I know she is in a good place. She lived her life well. I shall never forget her and I owe her much for what she taught me about life.
04/20/2011
Posted by: Steve & Aileen Ray
We send our deepest sympathy to the Parrish & Williams families. We are long time friends of Dianne. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time of loss.
Steve & Aileen Ray
04/20/2011
Posted by: Laura Cambron
My Thoughts & prayers go out to the Parrish & williams families. May you feel Gods peace at this difficult time.
04/20/2011
Posted by: Becky (Smith) Light
When I remember Dianne, I recall a special friendship that has lasted over many years. I ran into her back in 2005 and our conversation was as if we were in high school again. As I sit here and look into her face I see such love and kindness for all people who knew her and my heart is filled with sweet memories. Dianne, it was an honor to know you. I am sorry you had to suffer but I know you rest in the arms of the great healer. May God bless your family and others in this time of loss.
04/20/2011
Posted by: SUZY MILLER
WHAT A RAY OF SUNSHINE DIANNE WAS AND WILL ALWAYS BE! I TAUGHT WITH HER AT KERNERSVILLE ELEMENTARY FOR MANY YEARS.IN FACT, MY ROOM WAS ACROSS THE HALL FROM HERS... SO I SAW HER GENUINE HUMAN KINDNESS ON A DAILY BASIS. SHE WAS CALLED TO BE A TEACHER, NOT ONLY OF STUDENTS, BUT TO ALL WHO ENCOUNTERED HER.
SHE WAS A TRUE FRIEND AND I AM SADDENED TO HEAR OF HER PASSING. MY HEART GOES OUT TO HER FAMILY AND WILL KEEP THEM IN MY PRAYERS.
I'M SURE SHE HAS A GROUP OF HAPPY CHILDREN IN HEAVEN, PROBABLY SKIPPNG AROUND ON A CLOUD NOW!
SUZY MOWERY MILLER
04/20/2011
Posted by: Judyth Hollis
Jesus has given you peaceful rest. I know that there is another light in heaven.
04/20/2011
Posted by: Bonnie Welsh Burchett
I had the privlege of working with Dianne at Kernersville Elementary for eight years. She was the most wonderful teacher and touched so many lives. She blessed my life as a woman of strength, kindness and integrity.
04/20/2011
Posted by: Craig Willoughby
God Bless You!
04/20/2011
Posted by: Kayla Williams
Dear Nana,
You were my favorite Nana and I loved you.
I wish you were still here but I know you are better off in Heaven as Haleigh says you are probably drinking milk and eating honey with the angels.
Love you
Kayla
04/20/2011
Posted by: Steve & Teresa Eaton
Debbie and Bob we are thinking of you, and your family.
04/20/2011
Posted by: Susan Whitaker
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Dianne was my son's third grade teacher and I can honestly say I believe she was called to be a teacher. Daniel absolutely loved her and tried hard to do well for her. And he never forgot her,when he was older he stopped by her classroom to say hi on several occasions. She was truly a gift to the children she touched.
04/20/2011
Posted by: George Chandlee
My deepest sympathy and condolences to Dianne's family. I have known Dianne as a friend for a very long time. She was a wonderful, positive, cheerful person. Her memory will live on as will the impact she had on those she knew.
04/20/2011
Posted by: George Chandlee
04/20/2011
Posted by: Angela Gray
I had the pleasure of teaching with Dianne on the third grade team at Union Cross Elementary. She was the most postitive person and always knew what to say to make a bad day turn into a better day. She was like an angel here on earth. She will be missed.
04/19/2011
Posted by: Michelle Whisenant
What a great pleasure it was to work alongside Dianne at Union Cross. She was always so very sweet and willing to help anyone that asked! Heaven IS much brigheter now. I am praying the God of ALL comfort will bring you peace during this most difficult time! Philippians 4:13
04/19/2011
Posted by: Krystal Perry
Mrs. Parrish was my third grade teacher. i loved her soooo much, in fact, she was selected as teacher of the year whenever i had her for third grade. she truely was an amazing person and helped me with anything that i needed. i'm going to miss her alot and it may hurt to know that she is gone, but she will forever be in my heart. I love you Mrs. Parrish!
04/19/2011
Posted by: Kim Medlin
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. My two youngest children had the honor of having been taught by Dianne. She was there favorite teacher. Our loss is heavens gain.
04/19/2011
Posted by: Vikki Delane Wall Brown
My prayers are with Dianne's loved ones. I pray that they look to the Lord for comfort and peace. This is what Dianne would have wanted. She is at peace now which is a blessing.
God Bless,
Vicki
04/19/2011
Posted by: Toni Crawford
I worked with Dianne on more than one occasion, and can honestly say she was such a beautiful person, truely an an Angel! I have every angel she ever made for Christmas and will miss her so much! My love goes out to her family! She is in a better place, no pain and with the Lord Jesus Christ.
04/19/2011
Posted by: Paula Mosteller Avant
Dianne & I attended East Forsyth together. She was my friend. She will be remembered as a dear, sweet person. May Jesus hold all who loved her close, and give you strength.
04/19/2011
Posted by: Perisa Harrison
Ms. Parrish was one of a kind. A true angel here on Earth. I was blessed to work with her. Both of my boys were blessed to have her as their 3rd grade teacher. She will be greatly missed but Heaven is surely rejoicing at her homecoming.
04/19/2011
Posted by: Jill Evans
I had the honor of teaching with Diane at Union Cross. I never saw her without that beautiful smile on her face. It is an honor to have known her.
04/19/2011
Posted by: Sephen Nelson
Sorry to hear about Dianne. It was always good to see her the times we crossed paths after high school. She was always a wonderful person. Best wishes to all.
04/19/2011
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