Diana Marie Douthit

Diana Marie Douthit, 64, of Bartlesville, Oklahoma, passed away on November 26, 2023. She touched many lives as a daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend and educator. Known for her kindness, welcoming, and positivity, Diana’s loving presence will be missed by all who were privileged to know her. Her memory and love will be carried on by those whose hearts she touched and whose minds she nourished as an educator. Diana was born on August 10, 1959 to Richard Lewis and Margaret June (Lawson) Archer in Pryor, Oklahoma. She graduated from Sooner highschool in 1977. Diana went on to study at Oklahoma State University, earning her degree in 1981. On May 10, 1981 Diana married Guy Douthit. In their 42 year marriage, they welcomed 2 children, Daniel and Andrea, and shared a warm and supportive relationship full of good-natured teasing, laughter and happiness. As a mother, Diana fostered her children’s independence and encouraged them to think for themselves, but made sure to always be there with generous hugs, encouraging words, and a willingness to listen whenever needed. The pride she held for her children was obvious to both of them and to anyone else who knew Diana. She dedicated her teaching career to Bartlesville Public Schools, spending the majority of it serving the students of Ranch Heights Elementary as a kindergarten and first grade teacher. Beloved by her students and their parents, Diana was repeatedly recognized as an accomplished educator, receiving the teacher of the year award and earning her National Boards Certification for Professional Teaching. Shortly after retiring from teaching, Diana returned to Ranch Heights as the financial secretary. Throughout her long career, she demonstrated her dedication to this school community and showed care to the students and staff with her kindness, diligence, and leadership. In her spare time, Diana enjoyed gardening, reading, and traveling. She delighted in being a grandparent and enjoyed gathering with family and friends, often hosting for holidays, and always welcoming others into her home. Diana was preceded in death by her father, Richard Lewis Archer. She is survived by her husband Guy Douthit, son Daniel Douthit, daughter Andie Mitchell, son-in-law Tyler Mitchell, grandchild Simon Mitchell, mother Margaret June Archer and her siblings, Janet Edwards, Jack Archer, and Carla Walker. A celebration of life will be held at Stumpff Funeral Home on December 9 from 2:00-5:00. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be made to the Bartlesville Public Schools Activity Fund. Funds will be used for landscape beautification projects at Ranch Heights Elementary. To watch the service via live stream, please click the following link. https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcwMTQwNjI3MzI4MzY5MCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==

Diana Marie Douthit

August 10, 1959 - November 26, 2023