Dianne Elaine Williams Maxson, 78, of New Knoxville, Ohio, passed away on November 7, 2026, with her husband and three children at her side. Dianne was born on July 3, 1948, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Thomas and Muriel Williams. She was raised in Greensboro, North Carolina, along with her sisters, Susan Horvath (Bill) and Judy Krongold (the late Fred). She attended the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and earned a degree in Sociology/Recreation. Dianne lived a life defined by her love for God and His Word, and her extraordinary love for her family and the people around her.

Dianne was one of the happiest, sweetest, and most selfless people you could ever meet. She had an incredible ability to find joy in life and an even greater desire to make sure everyone around her was happy. She put others before herself without hesitation and never needed much in return. If you ever asked Dianne how she was doing, her answer was almost always the same: “Just the best!” And she meant it. That was Dianne. Her outlook on life, her kindness, and her genuine happiness were an inspiration to those who knew and loved her. She had a special gift for making people feel welcomed, cared for, and loved.

Dianne shared more than 48 wonderful years of marriage with the love of her life, Nik. Dianne and her husband Nik served as ministers with The Way International for almost 50 years. Her life was deeply rooted in knowing God’s Word, believing it, and putting it into practice. Dianne devoted many years to serving as the librarian at The Way’s Biblical research library. Known for her gracious smile, she loved helping others find what they were looking for, and was always willing to lend a listening ear. She took great pride in serving God and helping others grow in their understanding of His Word.

After she retired, she enjoyed helping with her grandchildren, volunteering with the Post 444 American Legion Auxiliary in New Knoxville, serving on the board of the Friends of the Library, and was a volunteer in the gift shop at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital.

Her greatest joy, however, was always her family. She was an amazing mother to her three children, Thomas (Jill), Elizabeth (Chandler), and Donald (Melissa). She was a devoted grandmother to Nolan, Ella, Brett, Riley, Ethan, Sophie, and Ava, each of whom held a special place in her heart. She loved being a mom and grandma, and nothing brought her greater happiness than spending time with her family. Her love was unconditional, her generosity endless, and her family was always at the center of her world.

If there was one thing that defined Dianne, it was how much she loved. She never needed to be the center of attention or have anything for herself. She simply wanted the people she loved to be happy. She was a sweet, gentle, joyful woman who gave so much of herself to others. To her husband, children, grandchildren, sisters, and everyone blessed to know her, she was a gift. And to her family, she will always be Mom, Grandma, and the person whose love made everything feel a little more like home. 

A recognition service will take place on Sunday, November 22, at 10:00 am at The Way International, with fellowship following at 5555 Wierwille Rd, New Knoxville, OH 45871.

Memories may be shared with her family via: www.millerfuneralhomes.net or the Miller Funeral Homes Facebook Page.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Miller Bros. Funeral Directors in New Knoxville, St. Marys, Celina and Mendon, OH.