Dianne Jo Hart Estes, 72, of Mt. Sterling, KY passed away peacefully February 18, 2026 at her home.  She was born December 26, 1953 to the late Richard "Dick" and Lena Jones Hart.  Dianne was President of her Class of '72 at Montgomery County High School and a graduate of Morehead State University with a degree in Nursing.  After graduation, she worked for the Montgomery County Health Department.  Later, she retired as a Nurse Case Manager for workers compensation.  She was a lover of all things crafty, enjoyed baking and spending time fishing at Calk Lake.

Dianne is survived by her husband, Danny Estes; niece, Kim Hart Vanderoort of Frankfort; step-daughter, Stephanie Morris (Terry); step-grandchildren, Brennan Morris and Cayden Morris, all of Mt. Sterling, KY and a nephew, Justin Crockett.  Besides her parents, Dianne was preceded in death by her son, Jordan Willis; and a brother, Duaine "Wayne" Hart.

A Celebration of Life will be held 1 PM, Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at Taul Funeral Home Chapel with Jerry Carmichael officiating.  Visitation will be held 11 AM-1 PM, Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at Taul Funeral Home Chapel.