Search by Name

Search by Name

Diana Lynn Failla

1947 - 2013

BORN

1947

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Peterson Mortuary

212 South Locust Street

Glenwood, Iowa

Diana Failla Obituary

Diana Lynn (Anderson) Failla, 65 of Glenwood, formerly of Ashland, Neb., died March 13, 2013, in Council Bluffs. Visitation was Monday, March 18, 2013, at Peterson Mortuary in Glenwood. Memorial services were Tuesday, March 19, 2013, at the mortuary. Rev. Darrell Hopp officiated. Private interment will be in the Malvern Cemetery at a later date. A memorial fund has been established.
Diana was born May 28, 1947, in Council Bluffs, to Ray Edward and Vivian Aileen (Reed) Anderson. As a young child, Diana lived with her family in Malvern and later moved to Glenwood where she graduated from high school in 1965. Following graduation she married Donald D. Williams on May 29, 1965, in Glenwood. They resided in Pacific Junction. To this union three daughters were born, Janet Jean, Janice "Jo" Joan and Jacqueline Jane.
Diana later married Samuel Failla on Sept. 7, 1991, in Glenwood. The couple lived in Ashland, Neb. until Sam died Nov. 30, 2007. Diana relocated to Glenwood in December 2009 and became employed with Linnwood Estates as a dietary aide.
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 friends' hearts forever.
Preceding Diana in death were her parents and husband Samuel. She is survived by her daughters, Janet Jean and husband Johnny Rone of Jackson, Ala.; Janice "Jo" Joan and husband Danny Fultz of Glenwood; Jacqueline Jane and husband Martin Richter of Glenwood; seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild; sisters, Pat and husband Gary Bartles of Arvada, Colo.; Connie and husband Richard Buffington of Ellenton, Fla.; several nieces, nephews, extended relatives and many friends.

Published by The Opinion-Tribune on Mar. 19, 2013.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Diana Failla

Not sure what to say?





2 Entries

Diana was a beautiful lady with a heart of gold! She will be truly missed! All of my love & Prayers go out her Daughters who have the same beautiful qualities as their mother!!!

Mary Greiner

March 21, 2013

Good memories...from our time at state school in 70's
to present.
your great smile an laughter will be missed.

Jackie Lynne Johnson

March 20, 2013

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results

Make a Donation
in Diana Failla's name

Memorial Events
for Diana Failla

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Peterson Mortuary

212 South Locust Street, Glenwood, IA 51534

How to support Diana's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Diana Failla's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more