Diane Jenkins
SCARBOROUGH – Diane Jenkins, our shining beam of light, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and teacher of dreams, passed away on Oct. 10, 2025, at the age of 78. Those who have crossed paths with Diane know that she didn’t just live life; she transformed the ordinary into something radiant.
Diane was born on Oct. 30, 1946, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Robert Wiesemann and Dorothy (Semetkoski) Wiesemann. She attended the University of Dayton and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Theater. Her talents knew no bounds, from pottery, art, poetry, acting, sewing, music, baking, teaching, and gardening. Her greatest skill was showing the people she loved how much they meant to her.
At the center of her world is an enduring love story. She is survived by David, her husband of 56 years, who was by her side until the very end. From the moment they met, the two knew they were meant for each other and eagerly awaited David’s 21st birthday to make their union official. From that moment on, they have shared a connected life of love, bike rides around the ocean, art, conversation, tai chi, homemade bread, big hugs, and meaningful moments with family and friends.
Diane and David opened The Good Earth Pottery shop in Kennebunkport, Maine, in 1974 and have spent over five decades creating beautiful, functional pieces of art for people to hold and use. Each pot, bowl, and mug that Diane shaped with her hands holds her deep love and generous nature.
Diane’s family was the focal point of her life. She made it a priority to devote time to her kids and grandkids, crafting magical moments that brought joy and meaning to life. She encouraged people to slow down and look for the beauty surrounding them. When you were with Diane, she shared her soul with you.
Diane was deeply devoted to her husband, David, and gave him all her heart. Their unconditional love is a guiding light and an inspiration to family and friends.
Diane is survived by her husband, David; daughter, Jessica, son-in-law, Andy, and their daughter, Willow; her son, Paul and his partner, Melissa, and their daughter, Lou, who will forever carry with them the spirit of the love and kindness that she modeled.
We take comfort knowing the beautiful gardens Diane planted will still bloom, and her energy will continue to be felt in every piece of art she created.
The love she gave is not lost; it’s transformed into the wind that turns the leaves like a Haiku poem that Diane would have written.
A celebration of Diane’s life will be held on Oct. 30 at 4 p.m. at The Kennebunkport Conservation Trust.
To share a memory or leave a message of condolence, please visit Diane’s Book of Memories Page at http://www.bibberfuneral.com.
Arrangements are in the care of Bibber Memorial Chapel, 67 Summer St., Kennebunk, ME 04043.
Please consider making
a memorial donation in
Diane’s honor to:
Hospice of Southern Maine
390 U.S. Route One
Scarborough, ME 04074 or
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