Diane Brown

Diane Brown, 92, of Lubbock, Texas, formerly of Crossville, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family on Friday, June 5, 2026 in Lubbock, TX. She was born on Tuesday, August 22, 1933, in Crossville, the daughter of Kenneth Quinton and Alma Wave (Spencer) McKnight. Diane married Donald Eugene Brown on November 17, 1956 and together they shared over 47 years of marriage before his passing on December 24, 2003.

She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Education at Eastern Illinois University. She began her teaching career at Grayville High School as a Home Economics teacher, and later teaching English in the Conroe Independent School District in Conroe, Texas . Diane was a member of Crossville United Methodist Church.

Diane was an avid reader and supported local libraries through the donation of books. She was very caring and generous and often gave of her time and resources to help others in need. Diane will be remembered for her kindness, dedication to education and her love of family.

Diane is survived by her children, Kenny (Amy) Brown of and Sabrina Swack both of Lubbock, TX; grandchildren, Rigley Nicole Brown, Berkli Brianne Brown both of Lubbock, TX, and Austin Lee Swack of Columbus, OH and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband, Donald Brown, Diane is preceded in death by her parents; and siblings, Chancey McKnight and Lucy Scott.

Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday. June 16, 2026, at the Crossville United Methodist Church, 408 2nd Street, Crossville, Illinois, with Pastors Dave Cochran and Van Scott Officiating. Burial will follow immediately at Stokes Chapel Cemetery in Crossville. Family and friends may visit from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service.

Contributions in Diane's memory may be made to the Susan G. Komen Foundation for Breast Cancer or The Alzheimer's Association and will be accepted by Roberts and Cook Funeral Service who has been entrusted with the arrangements.