Diane McGill Canterbury, age 75, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, passed away
Born on March 20, 1950, Diane devoted her life to caring for others—especially
children, who were always drawn to her gentle spirit and joyful heart.
Diane was preceded in death by her father, Logan Jones; her mother, Arlene Jones;
her son, Jason McGill; and her first husband, William McGill. Though she endured
deep loss, she carried herself with remarkable grace, choosing to pour even more
love into her family, her church, and her community.
people she loved. Whether she was crafting handmade gifts, tending to her plants,
or decorating a space to make it feel warm and welcoming, she shared pieces of
her heart in everything she made.
Diane had a special gift for teaching and spent many years shaping young lives in
Sunday school and preschool. Her patience, laughter, and gentle encouragement
She leaves behind her loving husband, Robert “Al” Canterbury; her daughter,
Jeanna (Michael) Loyd; her son, Robert “Bobby” (Angela) Canterbury; and her
grandchildren, Trevor Goodson, Taylor Groves, Michael (Jessica) Loyd, Jessica
(Jahaz) Salahuddin, Hunter (Mikaela) Canterbury, Mary Beth Canterbury, and
Jacob Canterbury. She is also blessed with eight great-grandchildren and one on
the way; as well as her sister, Judy (Larry) Peterson, and many other family
members and friends who cherished her dearly.
Diane will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who were blessed to
know her. She leaves behind a life filled with love, creativity, and quiet
strength—a legacy that will continue to grow in the hearts of everyone she
touched.
Visitation will be on Saturday November 29 th 2:00 PM to 5:00PM at Woodfin
Memorial Chapel. Funeral service at 5:00 PM. Interment will be Monday
December 1st 1:00 PM at Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery.
www.woodfinchapel.com
