Diana Lynch

Diana Lynn "Burgess" Lynch, a cherished mother and grandmother, left this world on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. Born on August 7, 1952, in Eldorado, Illinois, Diana's spirit was shaped by her early years in Saline County, where her love for family took root.

Her journey in life brought her to marry her beloved husband, Henry David Lynch, on May 21, 1967. Together, they embraced the joys and challenges of parenthood, raising five wonderful children: David Louis Lynch, Lisa Ann Naas, Shane Dale Lynch, Amie Lynn Lindsey, and Larissa Beth Hale. Diana's devotion as a mother was unwavering; she lived for her children, perpetually supporting and nurturing them with an infinite reservoir of love.

Diana's legacy extends beyond her children to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who were the apples of her eye. With affectionate names given to her by her family, she will forever be remembered as Mom, Grandma, Old Grandma, and Meemaw. Each title carries with it the warmth of her spirit and the love that she imparted to those around her.

Her family will hold dear the countless memories created during family gatherings and the sweet moments spent together. Though her heart was heavy with the loss of her parents Louis Theron Burgess and Marilyn Joyce James and beloved husband Henry, her son David, and her grandson Devon Blake, she remained a pillar of strength and grace for her family.

Diana's journey may have come to an end, but the love she shared and the imprint she left on the hearts of those she cherished will resonate for generations to come. She will be deeply missed but lovingly remembered by her surviving children—Lisa (Tim) Naas, Shane (Nikki) Lynch, Amie (Terry) Lindsey, and Larissa (Ben) Hale— grandchildren -Nicholas Lynch, Jessica Elizondo, Ruben Elizondo, Vincent Elizondo, Angelina Rice, Grant Naas, Ethan Naas, Maleah Feldmann, Shelby Stecyk, Samantha Lindsey, Zachary Lindsey, Alexander Lynch. Great grandchildren - Dareh Clay, Areyon Clay, Remmington Naas, Blakelyn Naas, Gemma Feldmann, Sienna Stecyk, Callah Feldmann, Kalyn Lindsey, Hank McNutt, Legend McFall, Taylor Lindsey, Baby Girl Lindsey (coming February '26) -who carry her spirit forward in their daily lives. 

Visitation for Diana will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 10:00AM until 12:00PM at Vickery Funeral Chapel in Ridgway Illinois. With services following at 12:00PM. Burial will follow at Hogan Cemetery in Shawneetown, Illinois.