We are honored and grateful to have been by her side, caring for her during the final two months of her life. On her final birthday, we gathered around her and celebrated together. Although she was no longer able to respond, we know she reveled in having her family close by. We are especially grateful that “Her Duane” was by her side when she left her mortal body and returned to heaven.

Dianne was an only child and grew up in Washington Terrace and Roy, Utah, eventually graduating from Weber High School in 1960. In her youth, she treasured the many friendships made and loved dancing, performing, and shopping. It was in her Single Adult Sunday School class that she met a handsome returned missionary, Duane D. Roylance where they caught each other’s eye, and before long they were engaged. On October 12, 1961, they were sealed as eternal companions in the Logan LDS Temple.

Together, Dianne and Duane raised their family of ten children in Roy, Utah. Mom had a remarkable gift for making everyone feel that there was always a place for them and no one entered her home without being welcomed, fed, cared for, and loved. Her home was a place of warmth and acceptance, where the Spirit could be felt by anyone who entered.

Everyone in the neighborhood knew that Mom’s freezer was always stocked with Twinkies, Ding Dongs, Hostess Fruit Pies, popsicles, and ice cream. She loved having people around and was always ready to share what she had.

Her life was completely entwined with her husband and children, because that is where she found her greatest joy. She was a devoted, present, and caring mother and grandmother who taught her children the importance of family–of sitting down together for meals, laughing and praying together, and always treating one another with respect and kindness. She taught us the importance of developing a personal relationship with our Savior and living His gospel.

Mom taught us to work hard, share, serve others, build strong marriages, and endure to the end with grace. She cherished her temple covenants and was diligent in keeping the promises she had made. Though petite in stature, she was strong in her example of serving as Jesus Christ would serve and was always grateful for every blessing in her life.

As an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Dianne served faithfully in Primary, Relief Society, and numerous ward and stake callings, one of which was lovingly ministering to the residents of Sunridge Assisted Living Center in Roy. She and her husband also served as Service Missionary Camp Hosts at North Fork Stake Camp. One of her most treasured opportunities to serve was as an ordinance worker at the Ogden Temple, where she especially enjoyed assisting new brides.

Dianne was classy in her dress, her manners, and the way she decorated her home. She was compassionate and charitable in every way and had a special place in her heart for children in need. Even during her final days, Dianne was concerned about the well-being of others. Putting herself second and caring for those around her was simply who she was.

She is survived by her beloved husband, Duane, and their ten children: Jeffrey (Linda) Roylance, Wendy (Terry) Tremea, Randy (Alecia) Roylance, Stacey (Ronald) Hill, Jeremy (Nichol) Roylance, Amy (Stan) Slate, Kimberly (Greg) Carter, Emily (Brad) Sharp, Valerey (Matthew) Keeffer, and Terry Roylance; 27 grandchildren and their spouses; and 14 great-grandchildren.

We are indebted to Mom for the constant, individual love and care she gave to each of us. To truly understand the character of this remarkable woman, read Proverbs 31. “Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.”

We feel incredibly blessed to have her as our mom. We miss her more than words can express, yet we are pretty sure she had to go before us to bedazzle a place filled with the same warmth, love, and welcoming spirit she created here for all of us. We look forward to the day when we can return to that place and be together again.

We love you, Mom.

Our heartfelt thanks go to the caring nurses and doctors at Ogden Regional Medical Center and Atlas Hospice; her darling nurse, Shannon; CNA, Crysten; and her truly amazing caregiver, Tracy, through Happy 2 Help Services. We are sure Mom has already added each of you to our family tree. We are blessed to call you our friends and deeply appreciate the tender care and love you shared with our mom.

We also extend our thanks to her Roy 17th Ward family and her many dear friends. She loved you all.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the Roy 17th Ward LDS Chapel, located at 5725 S. 3750 W., Roy, Utah. A viewing will be held from 10:30 a.m. – Noon, followed by the funeral service at 12:30 p.m.

Interment will follow at the Roy City Cemetery.

Services entrusted to Premier Funeral Services.