Lucille L. Diddens 90, was reunited with her husband Virgil on Valentine's Day. She passed away on Thursday February 14, 2019 at the Lena Living Center surrounded by her family. She was born on March 31, 1928 in Ridott, IL to William and Grace (Weiman) Leerhoff. She married G. Virgil Diddens on June 11, 1948. She worked on the family farm along side of her husband and raised their seven children. She was a member of the Freeport Community Reformed Church. Lucille enjoyed sewing, gardening, puzzles, crocheting and especially spending time with her family and grandchildren.

She is survived her children; Randy (Marilyn) Diddens of Winslow, Mark (Sandi) Diddens of Lena, Curt (Sue) Diddens of McConnell, Neil (Tina) Diddens of McConnell, Brian Diddens of Lena, Sharelon (Dave) Smith of Lena. 16 grandchildren and 32 great grandchildren plus one on the way. Sister, Lavon Wilhelms.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Virgil in 2000, daughter Laura in 1988 and 2 brothers.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday February 19, 2019 at the Freeport Community Reformed Church.

Visitation will be held at 10:00 AM until time of service at the church.

Burial will be in Silver Creek Reformed Church Cemetery in German Valley.

A memorial has been established in her memory for the Freeport Community Reformed Church.