Diana Lynn (Anderson) Failla, 65 of Glenwood, IA formerly of Ashland, NE entered into eternal rest on March 13, 2013 in Council Bluffs, IA. She was born May 28, 1947 in Council Bluffs, IA to Ray Edward & Vivian Aileen (Reed) Anderson.
As a young child Diana & her family lived in Malvern and later moved to Glenwood where she graduated from high school in 1965. Following graduation she was united in marriage to Donald D. Williams on May 29, 1965 in Glenwood, IA. They resided in Pacific Junction, IA. To this union three daughters were born, Janet Jean, Janice “Jo” Joan and Jacqueline Jane.
Diana was later united in marriage to Samuel Failla on September 7, 1991 in Glenwood, IA. The couple lived in Ashland, NE until Sam passed away on Nov. 30, 2007. Diana relocated to Glenwood in Dec. of 2009 and became employed with Linnwood Estates as a dietary aid.
She was a member of the Eagles. Spending time with her family and friends was very special to her. Some of her favorite pastimes were shopping, dancing and going to garage sales. If she found a bargain that was even better! Her little dog Bebe was her pride and joy. Diana’s fun loving spirit will remain in her family and friend’s hearts forever.
Preceding Diana in death were her parents and husband Samuel. She is survived by her daughters, Janet Jean & husband Johnny Rone of Jackson, AL; Janice “Jo” Joan & husband Danny Fultz of Glenwood, IA; Jacqueline Jane & husband Martin Richter of Glenwood, IA; 7 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; sisters, Pat & husband Gary Bartles of Arvada, CO; Connie & husband Richard Buffington of Ellenton, FL; several nieces, nephews, extended relatives and many friends.
Private interment will be held in the Malvern Cemetery at a later date.
A memorial fund has been established.
Visitation:Monday, March 18, 2013
6:00 PM
212 S. Locust St.
Glenwood, IA51534
Service:Tuesday, March 19, 2013
11:00 AM
212 S. Locust St.
Glenwood, IA51534
7 Condolences
You will be missed by so many, RIP and God Bless.
We will remember your smile… Praying for your family.
diane was a very sweet lady she will be very missed.I am blessed to have known heras well as worked with her. Prayers to her family and friends. God bless
My deepest sympathy to the family of Diana….I have known her since elementary school days and a classmate of the Class of 1965. Diana was a beautiful person, inside and out. I had an opportunity to visit with her alot at our last
class reunion and got to snap a picture of her with the sisters, Pat and Connie. It saddens my heart to lose her at such a young age…she worked hard all her life, raised 3 beautiful daughters who she was so proud of & loved her grandchildren. I hope you all can grasp the memories you were blessed with her & let those who love you give you strength to carry on. The Class of ’65 will be donating money in her memory to the Mary Jane Miller Fund thru the Glenwood Community High School. Sincerely, Judi
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this difficult time. Diana was a lovely person who loved and cherished her daughters as well as her grandchildren. She was so very proud of all of you, and a joy to talk to. God has a special angel to watch over all of you. She will be greatly missed.
Shantel (Cundall) Rodgers
Class of 86′
To Diana’s family, Jack & I give heartfelt sympathy to you all. We are so sorry for the sudden loss of your mother/sister. May you feel the comfort of God’s Spirit. Hugs.
Jack & Pat McManigal
I am so shocked and saddened by her death. She was so beautiful and fun loving. She will be missed by so many.
So sorry to hear about your mom, she was a fun loving person and always so kind.I was in her home many times when you kids were little. I still see the most beautifull blue eyed blond her girls. You will miss her but cherish the memories.
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