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Diane Chatwin (Born Russon) passed away peacefully at home at the age of 90 on March 17, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born May 16, 1934 in Salt Lake City, Utah, Diane embodied love, kindness, and service. She was a positive influence on countless children and adults who came within her orbit. After majoring in dance at the University of Utah, Diane’s 65-year involvement in the fields of dance, movement, and choreography began. She taught at Brigham Young University, Monterey Peninsula College, and Carmel River School. For decades, she served as the guiding light for young performers at Ariel Theater. Her unfailing cheerfulness, inexhaustible patience, unwavering dedication, and indomitable spirit graced all who were fortunate enough to cross paths with her.

Diane is survived by her siblings Shirley Ririe and Robert S. (Julia) Russon, as well as her five children: Maryn (Ken) Gunning, Shelley (Paul) Schulte, Suzanne (late husband Dave) Goldschmidt, Marc (Phil) Griffin, and Michael Chatwin. She is also survived by her nine grandchildren: Anthony DeLoney, Chara DeLoney, David DeLoney, Daniel DeLoney, Spenser Schulte, Alec Schulte, Maxton Schulte, Zach Garza, and Beau Griffin. Diane leaves behind a legacy through her nine great-grandchildren: Hannaliese Hubbard, Marshall Hubbard, Weston DeLoney, Ronan DeLoney, Anderson DeLoney, Riley De- Loney, Emmett Garza, Lewis Garza, and Natalia Schulte.

She was preceded in death by her best friend and husband of nearly 50 years, Marshall W. Chatwin (2009), as well as her father, J.Stanley Russon, and mother, Allien R. Russon.

Diane’s Celebration of Life will be held on May 10th, 2025, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1 Skyline Forest Drive, Monterey, CA 93940. Service will begin at 10:00 AM, followed by lunch.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Ariel Theatrical, Inc. www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/3ff14 769-19e1-4e19-8402-07ddcef5643b