Diana Lynn Worley, 73 of Poplar Grove, IL, passed away peacefully September 12, 2024 after a lengthy illness. She was born on July 13, 1951 the daughter of Beverly (Moran) and Lolan "Buck" Jackson Hughbanks. Diana was a deeply devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. On September 20, 1969 she married the love of her life, Dale Worley, in Capron, IL. They shared nearly 55 years of marriage and 2 children.

She owned and operated the Poplar Grocery Store for over 10 years. Prior to owning, she worked there for 5+ years. She took great joy in providing for her neighbors and was a familiar face in the community. She also worked at SHOPKO, drove a farm milk truck, and enjoyed helping on the family farm for many years.

In her free time, Diana was an avid crafter, creating beautiful handmade treasures that reflected her creative spirit. Her home is filled with snowmen and cows from her collection. She loved old movies and appreciated the timeless beauty and storytelling of westerns, hallmark movies, and soap operas.

She will be remembered for her kind heart, creativity, and dedication to her family.

Diana is survived by her husband Dale Worley, their children, Dale (Theresa) Worley Jr., and Dawn (Nathan) Hahn, 11 grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren, siblings, Lola (Glenn) Moist, Joy (Dennis) Pufahl, Michael (Angela) Hughbanks, Nancy (Tom) Beci, sister-in-law, June Bristol, brother-in-law, Gail (Jennie Driver) Worley, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family whom she loved dearly.

She is predeceased by her parents, Beverly and Lolan "Buck" Hughbanks, as well as her mother and father-in-law, Darlene and Clarence Worley, brother-in-law, Bill Bristol, and infant nephew, Gregory Pufahl.

Diana's visitation will be Tuesday, September 17th between the hours of 5-8pm at Anderson Funeral Home. Located at 218 W. Hurlbut Ave. Belvidere, IL 61008. A second visitation will be Wednesday, September 18th at 10am until the time of service at 11am at Anderson Funeral Home. Burial at Poplar Grove Cemetery.