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Minneapolis North High School
In Memory of our Classmate

Diane Witherspoon
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Diane Witherspoon. Diane will be greatly missed by her family &  friends and Classmates from the class of '66. We give thanks for Diane's life. 

Services for Diane Witherspoon

A local memorial service is planned for,
Saturday, January 7th, 2017 at 1:00 pm
Zion Baptist Church
621 Elwood Avenue North. (Olson Memorial Hwy. & James Avenue)

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Diane J. Witherspoon
I am loving life and feeling especially blessed. It gives me something to sing about.

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"Do Unto Other's As You Would Have Them Do Unto You", and "What Goes Around, Comes Around"....so let's all try to live "Good" lives!

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Friday-Saturday, September 20-21, 2013

Native Twin Citian, vocalist Diane Witherspoon makes a rare stop home for a gig this weekend, with two nights at the Artists Quarter. Sister of the late Shirley Witherspoon and a second cousin to bluesman Jimmy Witherspoon, Diane has been performing and recording on the West Coast and abroad for the past 30 years. Her local support team this weekend is worthy of it own gig -- Laura Caviani, Billy Peterson and Kenny Horst.

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Diane Witherspoon
Diane
The Witherspoons

Brother and sister
 we will forever be.

Brother and sister,
together as friends,
ready to face
whatever life sends.

Joy and laughter
or tears and strife,

I will always look up to
 you and call you my best friend.


Duane Witherspoon
Duane
Most Talented
Class of '66

Then & Now

Duane & Diane Witherspoon
Duane & Diane Witherspoon
Diane & Duane Witherspoon
Diane & Duane Witherspoon
 
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Biography
Diane J. Witherspoon
 

Last Update

1/9/17 


  

Status

Deceased (Diane Passed Away December 14TH, 2016)

Location

In Las Vegas, Nevada

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Personal Website

Business Website

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Birthday

October 26th, 1948

Spouse/Partner

Children

Lila Witherspoon, Daughter

Employer

Self-Employed
Past: Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

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Biography

Studied English and Music at St. Olaf College - Spanish (language)

I am a professional singer; mostly and especially Jazz; I am also a composer, amateur pianist, and I am waiting for a great guy to spend my "golden" years with, must be independent and financially stable....any ideas? I travel each year to other countries to perform so I can support my creative and financial existence. I've been doing this for more than 20 years. I am also the proud mother of 3 GREAT young adults; Bill, Asha and Lila (short for "Dalila"). Currently, I am single, living alone and enjoying all that life has to offer me. God is GOOD!

Diane Witherspoon began singing as a child (with 8 siblings), and often performed in her church choir. Originally from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Diane attended Saint Olaf College and the University of Minnesota.

Diane has taught music and conducted workshops for students in California public schools and in Tokyo, Japan. Inspired by her sister, Shirley Witherspoon, a former Duke Ellington vocalist, and second cousin, Jimmy Witherspoon, a legendary blues singer, Diane was an international singer with over 20 years experience.


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The three sets of Twins. Diane and me, Yvonne and Yvette, Keni and Katina. Also big sis, (Juan) and my youngest son, DJ about 1991. — with Diane Witherspoon and Katina Markvicka.
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FAMILY! — with Patricia Lott, Duane Witherspoon, Nell Witherspoon and Bren Adams.
Family, D.j. Witherspoon, Diane Witherspoon, Roger D Roland, Latisha Nicole, Diane Janine Witherspoon, Duane Witherspoon and Sarah Jean Witherspoon.
All we could eat crab leg Chinese buffet, after a wonderful church service ~ — with Nell Witherspoon, Cassy Lasley, Patricia Lott, Duane Witherspoon and Diane Witherspoon.
Thanks for stopping by today..
Diane Witherspoon

This was taken last year, 2008 at the Grand Hyatt, Santiago, Chile. It's Fergie and me. smile emoticon She and her crew came to check me out at my gig after their concert. We had a ball
Apr. 2012, Metropole Hanoi (Vietnam) with the bassist, Minh..... my friend!!
Apr. 2012, Metropole Hanoi (Vietnam) with the "A" band; Kieu, Hung and Minh. Great guys to work with!!
Jazz vocalist Diane Witherspoon gives a rare performance that is not to missed by any jazz lover that can catch this! Accompanying Ms. Witherspoon will be renowned West Coast Jazz Drummer, Myron Cohen with his Billy Higgins Legacy Band. Musical Director & Pianist will be Norman Landsberg; Carla Kaufman on Double Bass; Jesse Levit on Reeds. This will truly be a gem of an experience with Diane performing material from her re-issued YOU MAY NEVER KNOW plus some new tunes.
Lila Witherspoon and Quinn Mallory
These are the two gifts made by Auntie Pat, "Lottie". AMAZING!!
Diane Witherspoon sings "When Sunny Gets Blue" accompanied by Calvin Keys at the recent benefit for held at Geoffrey's in Oakland on February 15, 2016

Cedar Walton & Diane Witherspoon at the Cd release of "You May Never Know"; Pearl's Jazz in S.F., CA YEARS ago!
Thanks for stopping by today...
April 12th, 2016 This is me with my dear friend (the birthday girl) Barbara Hancock, her daughter Katharine Hancock, and my sister Nell Witherspoon a few months ago at the Bellagio Hotel in Vegas. Happy Birthday b!!
Lila Witherspoon and Diane Witherspoon - May 8th,2016 "Me and mom" Happy Mother's Day...
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Diane Witherspoon Release's New CD "Live"! Jazzweek radio add date is 8/15/16! Click the photo
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Diane Witherspoon - Thanking You (38:18 CD on YouTube) "Click the photo"

All Music Review by Alex Henderson

Thanking You may very well be Diane Witherspoon's most obscure album. Recorded for flutist Art Maxwell's Tonal Gravity label in 1989 and 1990, this CD had limited distribution and wasn't in print for very long -- many of Witherspoon's fans are unaware of its existence. Although not earth-shattering, Thanking You is a generally decent collection of live and studio performances. The live material was recorded at Yoshi's in Oakland, CA, in December 1989 and March 1990, while the six studio tracks are from a July 1990 session in Hollywood, CA. Thanking You is the sort of disc that has one foot in post-bop jazz and the other in R&B -- Maxwell obviously wasn't catering to jazz purists or bop snobs when he released this CD in 1990. But those who hold jazz and R&B in equally high regard will enjoy the material, which ranges from performances of "When You Wish Upon a Star" and Buddy Johnson's "Since I Fell for You" to soul-minded Witherspoon originals like "Everlasting Memory" and "Yes, I'll Dare." The latter manages to be ethereal and gritty at the same time, not unlike some of the fusion that Lonnie Liston Smith recorded with his Cosmic Echoes in the '70s -- in fact, "Yes, I'll Dare" is a song that would have been perfect for Cosmic Echoes vocalist Donald Smith (Lonnie's brother) back then. It should be noted that the acoustic pianist on all of the studio tracks is the late Johnny "Hammond" Smith (no relation to Lonnie or Donald). Although Hammond was best-known for his organ playing, his contributions to this CD demonstrate that he was also a capable pianist. Thanking You isn't Witherspoon's most essential release, but hardcore fans will appreciate the album if they're able to track down a copy.


Diane Witherspoon
Diane Witherspoon
Diane Witherspoon 2016

SHE WAS NOT GONNA BE DENIED THIS "PRECIOUS RIGHT" THAT PEOPLE DISREGARDED AND TRIVIALIZED. AND NOW MANY REGRET NOT EXERCISING THEIR RIGHT TO VOTE

Diane Witherspoon "Celebration of Life" Photos
Diane Witherspoon
 Don't cry for me today,

I wouldn't want it this way. 
Be strong and smile, 
for you will see me in a while.

I know you miss me, 
but now in Heaven I will be.

Do not keep your sad face, 
I am in a much better place. 

Do not let your tears fall, 
for I cannot wipe them all.

Yes, my life wasn't long. 
But I'm begging you to be strong. 

Live every moment as if it were your last, 
I won't forget any memories that have passed. 

Don't cry for me today, 
I'm on my way. 
Soaring through the sky, 
I watch all of you telling me goodbye.

Love You All..... 

 
 
Nell Witherspoon
December 14 at 10:54pm · 

My Girl... With the Lord... Pain free... 
See you later! 
She's not lost. It's not a loss. 
We know exactly where she is! 
What A GREAT GAIN! But we will miss her like you can't imagine. ❤

Sister Diane Witherspoon "Sleep in Heavenly Peace"

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Mal Harry Hugs Sis...
December 15 at 12:18am
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Susan Hartstein Fuxan Sending extra comfort and peace your way
December 15 at 12:20am
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Jeremiah Hale God's peace and comfort to you all. Psalms 23
December 15 at 12:22am
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Duane Witherspoon Amen Chappie :-)
December 15 at 12:52am
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Yvette Turner Wow! I knew what was happening and I was still shocked. Auntie Diane stayed strong for so long. I thank God for keeping her and allowing her to continue to be a testimony even while she was still in the middle of the test! I will miss her but I am glad...See More
 December 15 at 12:57am
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Duane Witherspoon Thank you Vet. Love you!
 December 15 at 1:43am
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Floyd Ruggles, Go in peace Diane and remember you are not forgotten!
December 15 at 1:45am
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Virnae Buck Love you deeply my sweet sisters. ..eternity birthday has just begun..shes done here.yet with her Lord and savior. ..
December 15 at 1:39am
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Debbie Lockett This is see you later girlfriend.
December 15 at 2:20am
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David A. Latz Ms. Nell, my heart aches for the World's loss. Bless her heart.
December 15 at 3:26am
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Cheryl Crane Gigi, you have my prayers and deepest heartfelt condolences.. Lots of love and hugs coming your way..
December 15 at 4:29am
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Jean Loyd This is a beautiful picture!
December 15 at 6:17am
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Heather Natonabah Oh dear though I never met her, I feel I knew her, and will be missed. May God's comfort and peace surround you all. With load of love my dear sis Ms Nells and to the family.
December 15 at 6:34am
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Marquis Witherspoon Losing family always brings you to reality.. LOVE YOU AUNTIE DIA!!!
December 15 at 6:40am
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Etosha MrsUnderstanding Kemp Sending love and condolences..
December 15 at 7:37am
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Marlyss Mickey Im sorry to hear this. She was a class mate back in the day. praying for God to comfort you all
December 15 at 7:50am
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Coddy Hengst Loving sisters...tears of joy, happiness, and sorrow...all at once. Great pic, beautiful smiles! Hugs and more hugs!
December 15 at 7:51am
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Bryan K Green We will miss Di.
December 15 at 8:31am
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Lo'ree J. Mahr It's said, "we suffer more here than in Heaven." Aunt Di you will truly be missed. I love you!
December 15 at 8:35am
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Jean Catig Legarda May God's love and grace surround you all.
December 15 at 10:22am
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Trisha Caday Our thoughts and prayers are with you Ms Nell Witherspoon 
 praying for peace and comfort and His love to surround you and your family!
 Rejoicing for she is with the Lord! ❤love you Ms Nell
December 15 at 10:57am
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LaTanya Fobbs my prayers are with you !!!
December 15 at 11:28am
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Karla Raypon-Severson Praying for you and your family sis! She's so blessed that she had you by her side through it all. ❤ May she rest in heavenly peace.
December 15 at 12:40pm
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Lynn Walker Yes
December 15 at 2:27pm
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Kenyatta Rodriguez Rest in paradise cousin.
December 15 at 2:40pm
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Darlana Logan My sincere love and prayers to you and your family. May God's peace, love, and comfort be with you all at this time.
December 15 at 2:52pm
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Lydia Gaines Nell, God is faithful. I love you dearly. I know you know how to go to the rock for comfort but he will just be there for you!. I know this for a fact when my mom went to be with the Lord in February. Hugs and kisses to you.
December 15 at 3:33pm
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Nell Witherspoon Oh so sorry Lilla. Didn't know. 
It's good that we'll see our loved ones again. Thanks n much love. ❤
December 15 at 3:30pm
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Lydia Gaines Thank God, that's a comfort all by itself.
December 15 at 3:33pm
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Regina Turner-Byrd So sorry prayers are with you and the family.
 December 15 at 4:05pm
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Char Saunders  we love you nell. My mom and dad said to tell you they love you and are praying for you. ❤
December 15 at 4:32pm
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Nell Witherspoon Thank you punkin. Love you all very much. ❤
December 15 at 4:38pm
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Nancy J. Mclain Nell you both look so cute! My heart goes out to you! However, we both know she is rejoicing with Jesus! Love you so much! So happy that Donita and I got to visit with her in August.
December 15 at 5:04pm
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Nell Witherspoon She was my buddy Nance. ❤
December 15 at 6:08pm
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Owassa Davilla Praise God, beautiful testimony
December 15 at 5:09pm
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Jouleen Bray Cotton Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rejoicing that she has no more pain and we will see her again.
December 15 at 5:12pm
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Hazel Belin Our Condolences to you n your family. From the Belin Family
December 15 at 6:02pm
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Teirrah Eisost Prayers Sent Nell 🙏🏼
December 16 at 1:40am
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Teal Brown Amen Auntie.....
December 16 at 10:34am
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Jinny Pierce So. Sorry. For. Your. Loss. Love. You
December 16 at 11:11pm
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Vida McDaniel Miller RIP sister, your in a better place.
December 17 at 12:27am
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Diane

Too hard for me to say goodbye
For all apparent reasons why
 Even though we all know it must be
Each heart will someday stop the beat
When the rhythm of life, and silence, finally meet.

Yet I always seem so surprised
To find that death is part of life. 

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